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Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA under $1300

209 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in Altoona, IA under $1300. 209 Rentals Available
  • A kitchen with a black fridge and microwave, a dining table with chairs, and a living room with a couch and a coffee table.
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    2311 Ironwood Drive SW Suite 108, Altoona, IA 50009
    2 BEDS $1,199
  • A living room with a grey couch and a white chair.
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    1414 Adventureland Drive Suite 4111, Altoona, IA 50009
    STUDIO $728+
    1 BED $1,129+
  • A playground with a slide and swings in a park.
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    615-619 17Th Ave. NW, Altoona, IA 50009
    1 BED $897+
    2 BEDS $1,155+
    3 BEDS $1,105+
  • A large building complex surrounded by trees and a parking lot.
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    1000 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009
    1 BED $751+
    2 BEDS $1,103+
  • A living room with a brown sofa and a coffee table.
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    1040 Blue Ridge Pl NW, Altoona, IA 50009
    1 BED $754+
    2 BEDS $1,186+
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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black oven.
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    4216 E 50Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317
    1 BED $1,065
    2 BEDS $1,200
  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and a black microwave.
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    4282 E 50Th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $901
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A modern living room with a ceiling fan and a blue rug on the floor.
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    770 NE 70Th, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    STUDIO $885+
    1 BED $1,085
  • A living room with a brown couch and a coffee table.
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    799 NE 60Th Street, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    1 BED $1,157+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an aerial view of a campus with buildings and a green field
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    755 NE 56Th Street, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator
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    935 Sherrylynn Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $825+
    3 BEDS $1,140
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  • a large apartment building with a sidewalk
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    679, 699, 720, 830, 900 Sherrylynn Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $825+
  • an apartment building with a car parked in front of it
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    3560(D,F) E. Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $900
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3600 Kennedy Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,080
  • A long hallway with a kitchen area at the end.
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    3560 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $900
    3 BEDS $1,120
  • 4216 E 50Th St 1-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    4216 E 50Th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,065
    2 BEDS $1,195
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • Apartment building with a tree in front of it.
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    1440 & 1450 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316
    STUDIO $1,133
  • A kitchen with a white stove and a white refrigerator.
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    1421 Des Moines Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
    STUDIO $1,050
  • A black car is parked in front of a building.
    Today

    1421 Des Moines Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
    STUDIO $750+
  • A kitchen with a yellow island and a dining table with chairs.
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    1440 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50309
    1 BED $962+
  • A kitchen with a white refrigerator, white oven, and brown cabinets.
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    2701 SE Peachtree Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
    2 BEDS $999+
  • A woman is sitting on a chair in a living room with a TV mounted on the wall.
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    Today

    2100 King Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320
    1 BED $723+
    2 BEDS $787+
  • A modern living room with white furniture and a view of the city.
    Today

    200 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50309
    STUDIO $850+
    1 BED $1,296+
  • A kitchen with a table and chairs in the middle of the room.
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    712 SE 6Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $748
  • A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and a large window overlooking the city.
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    240 East Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    STUDIO $762+
    1 BED $992+
    2 BEDS $1,270
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Getting around in Altoona, IA

57 /100
Somewhat Walkable
69 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 57, Bike Score®: 69

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Altoona, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Altoona, IA were last updated on 24 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Altoona, IA?

The best apartments in Altoona, IA are: Redwood Altoona, The Barclay, Altoona Towers, Oakland Pointe and Spruce Pointe.

What type of rental buildings are in Altoona, IA?

In Altoona, 32% of the residents are renting compared to 68% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 10% of Altoona’s rentals, 72% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Altoona, IA under $1,300

Searching for apartments for rent in Altoona, IA under $1,300 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Altoona, IA, where the average rent is $1,090 per month, there are 209 units available for less than $1,300. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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