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Iowa Polk County Altoona

Centennial Place Apartments

901 7th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009

3.0 (4 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $825 - $1,300

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    616 - 990 sq ft

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You can have it all at Centennial Place! - Celebrate Value...Enjoy conveniences designed to make your life carefree, like a private playground and basketball court at your front door, full size energy efficient appliances for minimal utility usage, and Altoona's Elementary School located just across the street. You can have it all!

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Highlights

  • Basketball Court
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Deck
  • Controlled Access
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

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2BR/1BA
$895 – $995 2 Beds 1 Bath 788 Sq Ft $475 Deposit
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Matterport 3D Tour
3BR/2BA
$1,200 – $1,300 3 Beds 2 Baths 990 Sq Ft
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1BR/ 1BA
$825 – $865 1 Bed 1 Bath 616 Sq Ft
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2BR/1BA
$895 – $995 2 Beds 1 Bath 788 Sq Ft $475 Deposit
Available Now
Matterport 3D Tour
3BR/2BA
$1,200 – $1,300 3 Beds 2 Baths 990 Sq Ft
Available Now
1BR/ 1BA
$825 – $865 1 Bed 1 Bath 616 Sq Ft
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
  • Cats
    Max of 2
    Comments
    Pay a deposit, fee and pet rent per pet
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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.

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Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 1994
  • 96 units/3 stories

Matterport 3D Tours

2BR, 1BA - 800 SF
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This single-floor residence features an open-concept design that seamlessly integrates the kitchen and living areas. The kitchen, visible in the foreground, is equipped with essential appliances and cabinetry, with a durable tile flooring that adds a practical touch. A partial wall separates the kitchen from the carpeted living space, maintaining an open feel while defining distinct functional areas.

The living area boasts plush wall-to-wall carpeting, creating a cozy atmosphere. A standout feature is the large sliding glass door that floods the room with natural light and provides a view to the outdoor area, enhancing the sense of spaciousness. The neutral color palette of the walls and ceiling contributes to the bright, airy ambiance of the space.

Architectural elements include a textured ceiling and recessed lighting, complemented by what appears to be a ceiling fan fixture. The layout suggests additional rooms branching off from this main area, with doorways visible leading to other parts of the home. Overall, the space exudes a modern, functional design that prioritizes openness and light.

About Centennial Place Apartments

You can have it all at Centennial Place! - Celebrate Value...Enjoy conveniences designed to make your life carefree, like a private playground and basketball court at your front door, full size energy efficient appliances for minimal utility usage, and Altoona's Elementary School located just across the street. You can have it all!

Centennial Place Apartments is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50009 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Southeast Polk Community School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • $475 Deposit & $100 Per Adult After One
  • Altoona Schools
  • basketball court
  • Cats with Restrictions
  • Designer Interiors/Window Coverings
  • Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Generous Oak Cabinets
  • HEAT PAID
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • playground

Contact

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Closed Today
  • Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Playground

Controlled Access

Recycling

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Recycling
  • Walk-Up
  • Playground
  • Basketball Court

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Patio

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
Location
901 7th Ave SE, Altoona,
IA 50009
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City - Altoona

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.

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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Recycling
  • Walk-Up
  • Playground
  • Basketball Court
  • $475 Deposit & $100 Per Adult After One
  • Altoona Schools
  • basketball court
  • Cats with Restrictions
  • Designer Interiors/Window Coverings
  • Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Generous Oak Cabinets
  • HEAT PAID
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • playground
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $25
One-Time
Cat Fee $100
Cat Deposit $300
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
515-762-5790
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Grand View University
Drive: 16 min 9.2 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 20 min 11.0 mi
Drake University
Drive: 23 min 12.4 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 22 min 12.6 mi
Centennial Place Apartments is within 16 minutes or 9.2 miles from Grand View University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Drake University.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Centennial Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
420 Students
Attendance Zone
Spring Creek - 6th Grade
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
535 Students
Attendance Zone
Southeast Polk High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,353 Students
Attendance Zone
St Joseph Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
193 Students
Nearby
Grand View Christian School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Centennial Place Apartments is near Des Moines International, located 16.1 miles or 32 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 32 min 16.1 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
0 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Soundscore™
79 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Centennial Place Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Eighth Street Plaza
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Village Square Plaza
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Foxton Village
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Centennial Place Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Prairie Heritage Trail & Park
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Greenway Park Shelter & Trail
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Thomas Mitchell Park
Drive: 12 min 4.9 mi
Four Mile Creek Greenbelt
Drive: 10 min 5.3 mi
Copper Creek Lake Park
Drive: 12 min 6.8 mi
Centennial Place Apartments has 5 parks within 6.8 miles, including Prairie Heritage Trail & Park, Greenway Park Shelter & Trail, and Thomas Mitchell Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 19 min 10.7 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 22 min 11.9 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 21 min 13.1 mi
Centennial Place Apartments has 3 hospitals within 13.1 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 10.7 miles away and a 19 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 26 min 17.0 mi
Centennial Place Apartments is 17.0 miles and a 26 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Centennial Place Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While Centennial Place Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Centennial Place Apartments?

Select utilities are included in rent at Centennial Place Apartments, including gas, water, heat, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Centennial Place Apartments?

Parking is available at Centennial Place Apartments. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Centennial Place Apartments has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $825/mo. to $1,300/mo.

Is Centennial Place Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Centennial Place Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Centennial Place Apartments?

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 $825 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $33,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Centennial Place Apartments have move-in specials?

Centennial Place Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Centennial Place Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Centennial Place Apartments offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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