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How much does it cost to rent a home in Altoona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,077 | $590 | $1,695 |
| Altoona 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,311 | $750 | $2,200 |
| Altoona 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,316 | $900 | $1,800 |
| Altoona 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $650 | $650 | $650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Altoona, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/27/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Altoona | $1,433 | $734 | 17 |
Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Mountain View in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood priced from $800. Russell Building in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altoona apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $994 |
| Walton Heights | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,453 |
| Park Place Station | 202 | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, PA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $0.79 price per square foot 327 Bell Ave Model at 327 Bell Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living starting at $994 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 327 Bell Ave, Unit 2 | 327 Bell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 208 Coleridge Ave, Unit 2 | 208 Coleridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Walton Heights | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| 203 3rd Ave, Unit Unit2 | 203 3rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 1200 16th St | 1200 16th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Park Place Station | 202 | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
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There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Altoona, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $1,975. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altoona ranging from $550 to $2,200.
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