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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Controlled access
  • Conveniently located
  • Walk-in closets
  • Ceiling fans

Location

1002 4th St Sw, Altoona, IA 50009, USA
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Management

Kouri Management Corporation

Leasing office

(515) 421-9261

Property Overview

Altoona Terrace stands out for its strong value, excellent amenities, and highly convenient location, earning an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.8 out of 10 with top marks for price and amenities. It also offers private balconies, air conditioning, controlled access, walk-in closets, and ceiling fans, and is noted for pet friendliness with nearby outdoor spaces, pet services, and a dog park.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Altoona Terrace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Altoona Terrace has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio ClassicStudio1 bath357 sqft$710 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Altoona Terrace, a charming 84-unit, three-story community offering secure entry and beautifully landscaped grounds. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Des Moines with easy access to I-80/35, this newly updated 1-bedroom apartment provides the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Key Amenities • Pet-Friendly • Controlled Access • On-Site Maintenance & Property Management • Recycling Services • Extra Storage Space • Walking & Biking Trails • Central Courtyard • On-Site Laundry Facilities Apartment Features • Air Conditioning • Cable-Ready • Ceiling Fans • Intercom System • Dishwasher & Garbage Disposal • Walk-In Closets • Private Balcony Unique Features • Walking distance to elementary school • Direct access to walking/biking paths • Central courtyard for relaxation Professionally Managed By KOURI Property Management 2024
1 Bedroom 1 Bath Partial Remodel1 bed1 bath587 sqft$960 /mo2 units availableWelcome to Altoona Terrace, a charming 84-unit, three-story community offering secure entry and beautifully landscaped grounds. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Des Moines with easy access to I-80/35, this newly updated 1-bedroom apartment provides the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Key Amenities • Pet-Friendly • Controlled Access • On-Site Maintenance & Property Management • Recycling Services • Extra Storage Space • Walking & Biking Trails • Central Courtyard • On-Site Laundry Facilities Apartment Features • Air Conditioning • Cable-Ready • Ceiling Fans • Intercom System • Dishwasher & Garbage Disposal • Walk-In Closets • Private Balcony Unique Features • Walking distance to elementary school • Direct access to walking/biking paths • Central courtyard for relaxation Ask about our Zero Deposit options!! $0 Professionally Managed By KOURI Property Management 2024

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Amenities for Altoona Terrace

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
Deck

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

GazeboNext To Park

Services

24/7 Emergency Maintenance AvailableOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Walking Trail

Other

Pet Play Area
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

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About Altoona Terrace

HomeApartments in Altoona Altoona Terrace

Welcome to Altoona Terrace, a charming 84-unit, three-story community offering secure entry and beautifully landscaped grounds. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Des Moines with easy access to I-80/35, this newly updated 1-bedroom apartment provides the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Key Amenities • Pet-Friendly • Controlled Access • On-Site Maintenance & Property Management • Recycling Services • Extra Storage Space • Walking & Biking Trails • Central Courtyard • On-Site Laundry Facilities Apartment Features • Air Conditioning • Cable-Ready • Ceiling Fans • Intercom System • Dishwasher & Garbage Disposal • Walk-In Closets • Private Balcony Unique Features • Walking distance to elementary school • Direct access to walking/biking paths • Central courtyard for relaxation Ask about our Zero Deposit options!! $0 Professionally Managed By KOURI Property Management 2024


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Altoona Terrace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Altoona Terrace has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Altoona Terrace
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Altoona Terrace offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Altoona Terrace stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Altoona Terrace is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Altoona Terrace does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Altoona Terrace is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property

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 Altoona Terrace compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 96 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 4 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Altoona

Studio apartments at Altoona Terrace cost about 2% less than the average rent price for studios in Altoona.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Altoona.

Median rents as of Jan 25 2026.
Altoona
A table of studio rental data trends in Altoona
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,029
September 2024$998
October 2024$1,061
November 2024$871
December 2024$1,007
January 2025$1,036
February 2025$1,038
March 2025$1,068
April 2025$1,070
May 2025$1,422
June 2025$1,128
July 2025$1,112
September 2025$4,300
November 2025$725
December 2025$725
January 2026$725

Affordability calculator

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $710.
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Schools near Altoona Terrace

Willowbrook Elementary School

300 17th ave sw

altoona, IA, 50009

PK, K-5Public
B

Heritage Elementary School

301 sw prairie trail pky

ankeny, IA, 50023

K-5Public
A-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Terrace Learning Center

310 nw school st

ankeny, IA, 50023

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Altoona near 1002 4th St Sw

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

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 1002 4th St Sw, Altoona

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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