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    1110 13th Ave

    1110 13th Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
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    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,200

    435 1st Ave

    435 1st Ave, Altoona, PA 16602
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    3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $900

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    1489 Washington Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
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    705 2nd Ave

    705 2nd Ave, Altoona, PA 16602

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Altoona at a Glance

Average Rent

$938
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Altoona, PA Houses 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.

Renting in Altoona

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Altoona

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Downtown Altoona 1,483 Sq Ft $1,018/mo

Getting Around Altoona

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59

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
37

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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Grades 6-8
1,727 Students
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Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5
299 Students
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553 Students
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280 Students
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465 Students
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406 Students

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