
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Altoona, WI from $500 (53 Rentals)
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1404 Hayden Ave

1025 Briar Ln, Unit 1015

1112 Devney Dr

506 Dodge St

1602 Altoona Ave

543 Erin St

1215 S Dewey St Apartments

1104 Birch St

705 E Grand Ave
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1023 E Grand Ave, Unit 1023.5

Englewood

Otter Creek Apartments

1712 Summit St

609 Mt Nemo Ave

417 Washington St Apartments

2511 Skeels Ave

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2403 Tony Ct, Unit #3

3206 Brian St

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1710 Goff Ave, Unit 3
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516 Erin St, Unit 516 Erin Upper Unit

Seven1Five

Southridge East Apartments

610 Gray St Apartments

Alto Station

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1017 Barland St, Unit 1017 Barland

Autumn Ridge

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303 Talmadge St, Unit 303 #3

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4937 Coventry Ct, Unit 4937 #2

527 E Lexington Blvd
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Meadows at Otter Creek

635 Franklin St

543 McDonough St

Prairie Park Apartments

Eau Claire Oakwood Homes

Winsor Drive Apartments

415 Putnam St

454 Summit Ave

301 Main St E

River Edge
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1221 Summit St

1001 Main St

2326 Golf Rd

Shady Grove Apartments

London Road Apartments

1921 Emery St

2908 Birch St

224 Main St E

4615 Fairfax St

Eau Claire London Square
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Altoona, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altoona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Altoona Studio Apartments | $1,053 | $735 | $1,300 |
| Cheap Altoona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $540 | $2,450 |
| Cheap Altoona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $832 | $3,200 |
| Cheap Altoona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $995 | $2,250 |
| Cheap Altoona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $2,375 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Altoona Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Altoona, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 417 Washington St Apartments in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood priced from $875. 1404 Hayden Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altoona apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 417 Washington St Apartments | 1BD/1BA (Traditional) | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 1404 Hayden Ave | #3 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Otter Creek Apartments | One Bedroom Lower | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Seven1Five | The Hudson | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Alto Station | S2-Studio/1 Bath Income Restricted 120% | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Meadows at Otter Creek | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Eau Claire London Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath (D) | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| AFR Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| River Ridge Luxury Apartments & Townhomes | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altoona, WI
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altoona area is the $1.15 price per square foot Redwood Model at City Line Heights in the in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Altoona apartment is the 3 BR TH Model at Woodsedge starting at $1,509 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Eau Claire 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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| City Line Heights | Redwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Woodsedge | 3 BR TH | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Galloway Flats | Quartz | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Otter Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Prairie Place | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Bartlett Crossing II | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 1023 E Grand Ave, Unit 1023.5 | 1023 E Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Eau Claire London Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath (D) | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 1404 Hayden Ave | #3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 417 Washington St Apartments | 1BD/1BA (Traditional) | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altoona Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Altoona?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Altoona is at Seven1Five listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Altoona Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Altoona Apartment is $875 at 417 Washington St Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Altoona Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Altoona is starting from $900 at 1404 Hayden Ave.
What is the most affordable Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Altoona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodsedge and starts from $1,435.
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