
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Altoona Neighborhood of Altoona, PA from $400 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Altoona area of Altoona.


611 5th St

1509-11 12th St

1311 16th St
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204 1/2-208 1/2 7th St

City Hall Commons - (814) 943-6171

Triangle Building

Wolf Court
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Downtown Altoona, Altoona, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Altoona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Altoona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $750 | $1,440 |
| Downtown Altoona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $936 | $900 | $995 |
| Downtown Altoona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Altoona Neighborhood of Altoona, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Altoona Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1318 11th Ave, Unit 3A | 1318 11th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 1624 19th Ave | 1 Bedroom Regular | 1BR,0.5BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Altoona, Altoona, PA
Ranked #1
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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