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  7. Building Photo - 203 3rd Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $775
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$775
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$775

    203 3rd Ave Unit 2

    203 3rd Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
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  8. Building Photo - 2807 Spruce Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    2807 Spruce Ave Unit 2nd Fl.

    2807 Spruce Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
  9. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $585+
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $553+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$553 - $585
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$553 - $585

    1110 13th Ave

    1110 13th Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
  10. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $725
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$725
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$725

    1401 9th St Unit 1

    1401 9th St, Altoona, PA 16601
  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$650

    1312 Pleasant Valley Blvd Unit 1

    1312 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602

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Altoona, PA Apartments for Rent

Founded in 1849 by the Pennsylvania Railroad, Altoona brings deep railroad heritage to central Pennsylvania, complete with the Railroaders Memorial Museum that celebrates the industry's impact on American life. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Altoona, you'll discover an affordable housing market where average rents fall well below state averages—perfect for renters watching their budgets. This Blair County city covers 10 square miles and anchors the Altoona metropolitan area, home to around 41,000 residents.

Renting in Altoona means easy access to local favorites like Peoples Natural Gas Field, where you can catch the Altoona Curve (the Pittsburgh Pirates' AA affiliate) in action during baseball season. Located between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg, the city gives you quick routes to major metros while keeping your living costs manageable. Apartment communities throughout Altoona offer everything from studios starting around $522 monthly to roomy three-bedroom units near $912, with plenty of choices close to Penn State Altoona and the city's parks and recreation facilities. Between the Altoona Area School District and the longstanding Altoona Symphony Orchestra, you'll find solid educational and cultural options right at your doorstep.

Why Altoona?

  • Watching the Altoona Curve minor league baseball team play at the impressive Peoples Natural Gas Field.
  • Riding the world’s oldest roller coaster, Leap-the-Dips, at Lakemont Park, one of the nation’s oldest amusement parks.
  • Attending Penn State Altoona, the third largest campus in the state university system.
  • Shopping the popular Logan Valley Mall, home to more than 120 stores.
  • Altoona’s extensive park system includes John Robertson Walking Park, Mansion Park, Prospect Park, and Gospel Hill Park.
  • The Downtown Altoona Historic District contains over 240 historic buildings, including the charming Mishler Theatre.

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  • Downtown Altoona 1,524 Sq Ft $1,177/mo

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Altoona Area Jr High School

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Baker El School

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Irving El School

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Juniata Gap El School

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Pleasant Valley El School

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Mowrie A Ebner El School

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