
Cheap Apartments for Rent in James Creek, PA from $500 (34 Rentals)
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225 W Beaver Ave

Logan Hills Apartments

Bloomfield Apartments

Russell Building

Mountain View

Aspen Woods Townhomes

Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living
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Lion's Gate Apartments

Haus

The Canyon

Hopper Commons

522 E Park Ave

Crossroads Meadow

908 Main St

2008 Forest Hills Dr
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Mount Union Senior Lofts

111 Broad St

13 1st St

722 E Oakmont Blvd

1102 17th Ave

2901 Maple Ave

123 Lulay St

1489 Washington Ave
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110 S Lloyd St

416 Linden Ave

Laurel Woods

652 Sixth St.

7402 Lincoln Way W

378 Locust St

1800 Graham Ave

907 Old Scalp Ave
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421 Rhett Lane

2015 12th Ave
James Creek, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Creek Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $535 | $1,575 |
| James Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $760 | $2,250 |
| James Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $734 | $3,008 |
| James Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $699 | $4,221 |
| James Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $699 | $2,519 |
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Cheapest Available James Creek Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in James Creek, 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 James Creek 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 |
| Hopper Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $804 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Aspen Woods Townhomes | One Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $994 |
| Park Hill | 2x1 Shared | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| The Canyon | AC 2x1 Shared | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Crossroads Meadow | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Brickwork Properties Communities | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,198 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Creek, PA and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the James Creek area is the $0.44 price per square foot 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished Model at State College Collective on Farmstead in the starting from $765. The second greatest value James Creek apartment is the 3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Furnished - B Model at State College Collective on Aaron starting at $790 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for James Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College Collective on Farmstead | 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.44 |
| State College Collective on Aaron | 3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Furnished - B | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.46 |
| oLiv Highland | 5x4 | 5BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| State College Collective on Northbrook | 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.79 |
| The Bryn | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Pointe at State College | 3 Bedroom/3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.90 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Hopper Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap James Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in James Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in James Creek is at Vairo Village listed at $1,353.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Creek Apartment is $910 at Aspen Woods Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom James Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in James Creek is starting from $800 at Mountain View.
What is the most affordable James Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Woods Townhomes and starts from $980.
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