
Cheap Homes for Rent in Altoona, PA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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60 US-1

2008 Forest Hills Dr
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5 Cox St

702 Don St

28 Akers St

2855 Bedford St

343 Linden Ave

337.5 Decker Ave

424 Tipton Rd

534-536 Russell Ave
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530 Naylor Rd

1918 20th St

551 Linden Ave

2020 7th Ave

143 Western Ave
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1024 2nd Ave
Altoona, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Altoona?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Altoona 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,068 | $800 | $1,545 |
Altoona 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,207 | $750 | $2,595 |
Altoona 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,080 | $1,200 | $3,300 |
Altoona 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Altoona, PA
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Altoona | $1,300 | $649 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wehnwood Court Student Living | Suites Single Occupancy | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
Walton Heights | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Town - with Basement | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, PA
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2107 11th St Model at 2107 11th St, Unit 2107 in the in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 1 Bed Model at Altoona Student Housing starting at $450 with a $0.46 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2107 11th St, Unit 2107 | 2107 11th St | 3BR,2BA | $0.79 |
Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
2730 6th Ave, Unit #1 | 2730 6th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
413 25th St, Unit 413 | 413 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Walton Heights | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathoom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
102 E 2nd Ave, Unit Rear | 102 E 2nd Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
Wehnwood Court Student Living | Suites Single Occupancy | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Altoona
What type of rentals are currently available in Altoona?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Altoona, PA with pricing that ranges from $649 to $1,841. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altoona ranging from $517 to $3,300.
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 $517 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,257.
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