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Centennial Place Apartments
901 7th Ave SEAltoona, IA 50009
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Bridlewood Apartments
100-112 5th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Blue Ridge Commons
1040 Blue Ridge Pl NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Venbury Trail
908 8th St SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Altoona Terrace
1002-1108 4th St SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative
1030 Greenway CtAltoona, IA 50009
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Clover Ridge Apartments
858 8th St SEAltoona, IA 50009
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Meadow Vista Senior Villas
1806 28th Ave SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Schoolside Apartments
302-304 4th St SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Spruce Pointe
1000 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Altoona Towers
1414-1616 Adventureland DrAltoona, IA 50009
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Oakland Pointe
615-619 17th Ave NWAltoona, IA 50009
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Meadow Vista by Kading
1522 Bailie Ln SWAltoona, IA 50009
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Golfview Condos
5115 NE 23rd AvePleasant Hill, IA 50327
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4434 Honey Bee RdgDes Moines, IA 50317
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The Crest at Baker Creek
4560 Hubbell AveDes Moines, IA 50317
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Purdue Place, Altoona, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Purdue Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $825 | $2,434 |
| Purdue Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $895 | $2,526 |
| Purdue Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,150 | $3,102 |
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Cheapest Available Purdue Place Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Purdue Place area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Venbury Trail priced from $900. Golfview Condos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Purdue Place apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Oakland Pointe | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| Bridlewood Apartments | Two Bedroom Open Style | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $968 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Purdue Place, IA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Purdue Place area is the $1.42 price per square foot Forestwood Model at Redwood Altoona in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,833. The second greatest value Purdue Place apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome in Altoona Model at Ironwood Glen Townhomes starting at $1,775 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Purdue Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Redwood Altoona | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Ironwood Glen Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome in Altoona | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Bridlewood Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Rock Creek Condos | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 4434 Honey Bee Rdg, Unit Apartment | 4434 Honey Bee Rdg | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Ironwood | 1x1 Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Adventureland Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Full Remodel | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Venbury Trail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Purdue Place Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Purdue Place?
The cheapest apartment in Purdue Place is Venbury Trail which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Purdue Place costs $1,684.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Purdue Place?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Purdue Place that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Purdue Place?
Cheap apartments in Purdue Place have an average cost of $108 which is $1,576 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Purdue Place.
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