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203 3rd St Se #2B, Altoona, IA 50009, USA
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Property Overview
203 3rd St SE #2B in Altoona offers a quiet setting with little noise pollution, plus utilities included in the rent and high-speed internet, making it appealing for work-from-home needs. The large photo set also gives a strong visual preview of the space and what it has to offer.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Dishwasher- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- Extra storage
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 203 3rd St Se #2B
Features
| 2 Floors | Furnished |
| Natural Gas | Radiant |
| Window Units |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Exterior Type: Brick | Onsite Laundry |
| Roof Type: Shingle |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Storage |
Other
| Roof Type: Asphalt |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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About 203 3rd St Se #2B
Property Status: Active Fully furnished monthly rental in Altoona! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom offers modern finishes throughout, including quartz countertops, premium cabinetry, and stylish tile accents. Enjoy high-speed internet, a 65" living room TV, 50" bedroom TVs, and plush Lebeda mattresses for a comfortable stay. Includes private in-unit laundry, ample storage, secure entry with camera technology, and dedicated parking. Quiet residential location with easy access to parks, shopping, and downtown Des Moines. Available for monthly or extended stays-move-in ready and professionally managed for comfort and convenience. Office Phone: (855) 450-0442 Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 203 3rd St Se, Altoona, IA 50009, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 2-bedrooms are $854 more than the median rent in this area
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 4.0 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.6 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 50009 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Altoona
2-bedroom apartments at 203 3rd St Se #2B cost about 70% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Altoona.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Altoona
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $997 |
| December 2024 | $998 |
| January 2025 | $1,003 |
| February 2025 | $981 |
| March 2025 | $997 |
| April 2025 | $1,015 |
| May 2025 | $1,006 |
| June 2025 | $1,021 |
| July 2025 | $1,000 |
| August 2025 | $994 |
| September 2025 | $1,002 |
| October 2025 | $974 |
| November 2025 | $988 |
| December 2025 | $988 |
| January 2026 | $1,008 |
| February 2026 | $1,015 |
| March 2026 | $998 |
| April 2026 | $982 |
| May 2026 | $994 |
| June 2026 | $1,029 |
| July 2026 | $1,028 |
| August 2026 | $1,029 |
| September 2026 | $1,034 |
| October 2026 | $1,035 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 203 3rd St Se #2B?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$69,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,749.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Beds, 1 Bath | 7 months ago | $1,895 | 2 bed | 1 bath | |
| 8 months ago | $1,849 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 Beds, 1 Bath | 8 months ago | $1,849 | 2 bed | 1 bath | |
| 2 years ago | $1,050 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 203 3rd St Se #2B
Centennial Elementary School
910 7th ave se
altoona, IA, 50009
PK, K-5Public
B+
Heritage Elementary School
301 sw prairie trail pky
ankeny, IA, 50023
K-5Public
A-
Terrace Learning Center
310 nw school st
ankeny, IA, 50023
PKPublic
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Neighborhood
Getting around Altoona near 203 3rd St Se #2B
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 203 3rd St Se #2B, Altoona
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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203 3rd St Se, Altoona, IA
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1 Bath
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