Altoona

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Altoona, IA

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Where Iowa goes to play.

Commuter Suburb Tourism Parks

Altoona is a small city right outside of Des Moines on I-80. Many folks around the area know Altoona as home of the popular Adventureland amusement park and its adjacent campground, which sit on the northwest corner of the city near the Interstate. Altoona is also home to the popular Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, conveniently located less than a block away from Adventureland.

For more relaxed fun, Altoona features many spacious public parks around the city, offering residents great opportunities for enjoying the outdoors right in their own neighborhoods. The close proximity to Des Moines gives Altoona apartment renters easy access to the amenities of the larger city, less than 20 minutes away by car.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Altoona, IA is $851 for a studio, $1,048 for one bedroom, $1,260 for two bedrooms, and $1,462 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Altoona has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,048/month
708 Sq Ft
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Transportation

35

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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.

Schools

Altoona Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

419 Students

7
out of 10

Centennial Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

420 Students

6
out of 10

Clay Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

657 Students

5
out of 10

Willowbrook Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

533 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Prairie Heritage Trail & Park
  • Greenway Park Shelter & Trail
  • Four Mile Creek Greenbelt
  • Copper Creek Lake Park
  • Mally's Weh-Weh-Neh-Kee Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Des Moines International

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