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AltoonaPA16601

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Chatham Mews
4 Bedroom Apartments

Chatham Mews

1300 2nd AveAltoona, PA 16602
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Triangle Building
1 Bedroom Apartments

Triangle Building

1201 16th StAltoona, PA 16601
Student Housing
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Mountain View
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain View

212 College Park DrAltoona, PA 16601
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Cherry Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Grove

400 E Cherry AveAltoona, PA 16601
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Wolf Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wolf Court

1501 11th AveAltoona, PA 16601
Senior Living
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Camelot Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camelot Woods

124 Clairmont DrAltoona, PA 16601
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Altoona, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Altoona, PA

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Altoona, PA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Altoona Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Altoona$2,000$5538

Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wehnwood Court ApartmentsEfficiency Single OccupancyStudio,1BA$700
Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$994

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, PA

As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $0.07 price per square foot 1312 Pleasant Valley Blvd Model at 1312 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood starting from $650. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 1401 9th St Model at 1401 9th St, Unit 1 starting at $725 with a $0.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altoona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1312 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Unit 11312 Pleasant Valley Blvd1BR,1BA$0.07
1401 9th St, Unit 11401 9th St1BR,1BA$0.07
413 N 6th Ave413 N 6th Ave3BR,1BA$0.08
218 N 12th Ave, Unit 218 N 12th Street Altoona218 N 12th Ave3BR,1BA$0.67
896 29th St, Unit 896896 29th St2BR,1BA$0.92
Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.99
208 Coleridge Ave, Unit 2208 Coleridge Ave2BR,1BA$1.14
Altoona Student Housing1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.46
203 3rd Ave, Unit Unit2203 3rd Ave2BR,1BA$0.86
2807 Spruce Ave, Unit 2nd Fl.2807 Spruce Ave2BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altoona Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Altoona Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Altoona is starting from $800 at Wehnwood Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walton Heights and starts from $1,545.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.