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Altoona, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Altoona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,368 | $1,000 | $1,695 |
| Altoona 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,103 | $1,045 | $2,665 |
| Altoona 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,266 | $1,495 | $2,750 |
| Altoona 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Prairie Woods Apartments in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood priced from $805. Centennial Place Apartments in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altoona apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Centennial Place Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Altoona Towers | S1 | Studio,1BA | $857 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $1.05 price per square foot D1 - 40 - Income Restricted Model at Hawthorne Pointe in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,421. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Rock Creek Condos starting at $1,295 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altoona apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Pointe | D1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 4BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Rock Creek Condos | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Ironwood | 2x2 Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Bridlewood Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 3BR TH | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Broadway Heights | B1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Centennial Place Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Altoona?
There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA with pricing that ranges from $734 to $2,780. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altoona ranging from $655 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altoona?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altoona ranges from $655 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,157.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Altoona?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Altoona range from $1,150 to $2,780, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,045 to $2,665. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.
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