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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 | $1,043 | $825 | $1,395 |
| Altoona 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,264 | $750 | $2,500 |
| Altoona 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $649 | $399 | $900 |
| Altoona 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $650 | $650 | $650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Altoona, PA
Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026Current 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 | $1,320 | $750 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Mountain View 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 | $1,378 |
| Park Place Station | 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, PA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1318 11th Ave Model at 1318 11th Ave, Unit 3A in the in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood starting from $1,500. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1318 11th Ave, Unit 3A | 1318 11th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Walton Heights | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| 203 3rd Ave, Unit Unit2 | 203 3rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 106 17th Street, Unit APT 2 | 106 17th Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 517 18th St | 517 18th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 1624 19th Ave | 1 Bedroom Regular | 1BR,0.5BA | $2.33 |
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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.
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