This contemporary 1060 square foot residence in Altoona, Iowa, offers a harmonious blend of modern design and practical living. The single-story layout encompasses three bedrooms, including a spacious 160 square foot primary bedroom, and two well-appointed bathrooms. The heart of the home is an open-concept kitchen and living area. The kitchen boasts dark wood cabinetry, contrasting beautifully with light countertops and black appliances. A breakfast bar provides additional seating and seamlessly connects the kitchen to the living space. Bedrooms feature plush carpeting and large windows, allowing ample natural light. The bathrooms are designed with a modern aesthetic, featuring wood-look tile flooring, sleek vanities, and crisp white fixtures. A unique architectural element is the exposed ductwork visible in several rooms, adding an industrial touch to the otherwise contemporary design. The home's flooring alternates between warm wood-look planks in common areas and soft carpeting in bedrooms, creating distinct zones within the open floor plan. Built-in closets in the bedrooms offer generous storage space. The overall neutral color palette throughout the home provides a blank canvas for personal styling, while the mix of textures - from smooth countertops to textured carpets - adds depth and interest to the space.
Blue Ridge Commons
1040 Blue Ridge Pl NW,
Altoona,
IA
50009
Leasing Office:
1040 Blue Rdg Pl NW, Altoona, IA 50009
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Monthly Rent
$923 - $2,072
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2.5 ba
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Square Feet
468 - 1,253 sq ft
Highlights
- Yard
- Pool
- Sundeck
- Elevator
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 1170-204price $1,179square feet 609availibility Now
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Unit 1170-210price $1,179square feet 609availibility Jun 7
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Unit 1110-204price $1,179square feet 609availibility Jun 7
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Unit 1060-207price $923square feet 468availibility May 7
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Unit 1060-203price $923square feet 468availibility May 7
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Unit 1110-107price $943square feet 468availibility May 7
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Unit 1170-209price $1,241square feet 907availibility Now
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Unit 1020-113price $1,251square feet 907availibility Apr 23
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Unit 1020-302price $1,251square feet 907availibility Apr 23
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Unit 1341SPprice $1,541square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1267SPprice $1,541square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1326GPprice $1,541square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1336CPprice $1,711square feet 1,253availibility Now
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Unit 1348CPprice $1,711square feet 1,253availibility Now
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Unit 1323GPprice $1,711square feet 1,253availibility Now
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Unit 1170-204price $1,179square feet 609availibility Now
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Unit 1170-210price $1,179square feet 609availibility Jun 7
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Unit 1110-204price $1,179square feet 609availibility Jun 7
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Unit 1060-207price $923square feet 468availibility May 7
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Unit 1060-203price $923square feet 468availibility May 7
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Unit 1110-107price $943square feet 468availibility May 7
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Unit 1170-209price $1,241square feet 907availibility Now
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Unit 1020-113price $1,251square feet 907availibility Apr 23
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Unit 1020-302price $1,251square feet 907availibility Apr 23
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Unit 1341SPprice $1,541square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1267SPprice $1,541square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1326GPprice $1,541square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1336CPprice $1,711square feet 1,253availibility Now
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Unit 1348CPprice $1,711square feet 1,253availibility Now
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Unit 1323GPprice $1,711square feet 1,253availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantNon-Refundable Charged per applicant.$50
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeNon-Refundable Charged per unit.$40
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Security Deposit FeeCharged per unit.$500
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Dog DepositCharged per pet.$300
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$40 / mo
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Cats
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Cat DepositCharged per pet.$300
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$40 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Property Information
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Built in 2022
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324 units/3 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
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About Blue Ridge Commons
Welcome to Blue Ridge Commons in Altoona, IA, where modern style and everyday comfort come together. Choose from spacious studio, one, two, or three-bedroom apartments and townhomes with sleek finishes. Enjoy a resort-style pool, fitness center, clubhouse, private fenced in yards, and game room. Just minutes from Adventureland, the Outlets of Des Moines, and top local dining, this community puts you close to it all.
Blue Ridge Commons is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50009 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Bondurant-Farrar Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Air Conditioner
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Efficient Appliances
- Electronic Thermostat
- Elevators (Buildings 1020 and 1110)
- In Select Homes*
- Large Closets
- Off Street Parking
- Patio/Balcony
- Private Yard*
- Wheelchair Access
Contact
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Playground
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Gameroom
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Yard
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Handrails
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Yard
Altoona is where Iowa comes to have a good time, and it turns out it’s also a pretty great place to call home. Sitting just east of Des Moines off I-80, this Polk County city packs in more activity than you’d expect from a town of roughly 20,000 people. Adventureland amusement park anchors the northwest corner of the city, while Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino sits just steps away. When the excitement settles down, residents can spread out across the city’s well-kept public parks, which offer plenty of room to breathe and enjoy the outdoors. Downtown Des Moines is less than 20 minutes by car, giving easy access to the metro’s dining, arts, and employment hubs.
The rental market in Altoona offers solid variety, from garden-style apartment communities and townhomes to newer builds that reflect the city’s steady growth. The city takes its name from the Latin word for “high,” altus, a nod to the elevated terrain surveyor Julian B. Bausman noticed when he laid out the city in 1868.
Learn more about living in Altoona- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Gameroom
- Air Conditioner
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Efficient Appliances
- Electronic Thermostat
- Elevators (Buildings 1020 and 1110)
- In Select Homes*
- Large Closets
- Off Street Parking
- Patio/Balcony
- Private Yard*
- Wheelchair Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Handrails
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Yard
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 11.6 mi |
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Blue Ridge Commons
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3BR, 2BA - 1,280SF
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Studio - 465 SF
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1BR, 1BA - 602 SF
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1BR, 1BA - 602 SF
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1BR, 1BA - 602 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - Townhome/1,078 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - Townhome/1,078 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - Townhome/1,078 SF
Models
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bedrooms
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Blue Ridge Commons has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
Blue Ridge Commons has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $923/mo. to $2,072/mo.
Yes, Blue Ridge Commons welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $923 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $36,920 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Blue Ridge Commons is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $923.
Yes! Blue Ridge Commons offers 6 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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1040 Blue Ridge Pl NW
Altoona, IA 50009