Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Altoona Neighborhood of Altoona, PA from $400 (9 Rentals)

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611 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

611 5th St

611 5th StAltoona, PA 16602
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1509-11 12th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1509-11 12th St

1509-11 12th StAltoona, PA 16601
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1311 16th St
Studio Apartments

1311 16th St

1311 16th StAltoona, PA 16601

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Triangle Building
1 Bedroom Apartments

Triangle Building

1201 16th StAltoona, PA 16601
Student Housing
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Wolf Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wolf Court

1501 11th AveAltoona, PA 16601
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included

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Chatham Mews
4 Bedroom Apartments

Chatham Mews

1300 2nd AveAltoona, PA 16602
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Downtown Altoona, Altoona, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Altoona Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Altoona, PA

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Altoona area is the $1.08 price per square foot 1318 11th Ave Model at 1318 11th Ave, Unit 3A in the in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Downtown Altoona apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living starting at $900 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Altoona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1318 11th Ave, Unit 3A1318 11th Ave1BR,1BA$1.08
Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.90
1624 19th Ave1 Bedroom Regular1BR,0.5BA$2.33

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Altoona, Altoona, PA

Ranked #1

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Altoona Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Altoona?

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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Altoona that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.