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515-446-7220
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Monthly Rent
$1,264 - $3,078
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
758 - 1,235 sq ft
The Emory - Altoona
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The Emory is a luxurious apartment community located in an unbeatable location in Altoona, IA, conveniently near Des Moines. With space ranging from 758 - 1,235 sq. ft. across a wide array of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom floor plans, we're sure to have a place you can call home. Residents get to enjoy various amenities including a swimming pool, private on-site dog park, fitness center, clubhouse, outdoor lounge area with grilling station, and much more. The apartments come fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, hardwood-style flooring, granite stone countertops, in-home washer and dryer, and various other amenities. Contact our staff today to schedule a personalized tour!
Highlights
- Top Rated by Renters
- Tanning Salon
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Basketball Court
- Pet Washing Station
- High Ceilings
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Pet Play Area
Pricing & Floor Plans
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1BR Saxon
$1,264 – $2,324
1 Bed
1 Bath
758 Sq Ft
$400 Deposit
3 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1330-407price $1,264square feet 758availibility Now
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Unit 1450-402price $1,268square feet 758availibility Jun 1
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Unit 1510-103price $1,278square feet 758availibility Jun 5
1BR Monroe
$1,267 – $2,337
1 Bed
1 Bath
758 Sq Ft
$400 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1230-307price $1,267square feet 758availibility Now
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Unit 1230-210price $1,270square feet 758availibility Now
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Unit 1230-107price $1,289square feet 758availibility Jun 3
2BR Madison
$1,410 – $2,474
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,067 Sq Ft
$500 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1400-404price $1,437square feet 1,067availibility Now
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Unit 1330-306price $1,410square feet 1,067availibility Jun 27
3BR Montgomery
$1,759 – $3,078
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,235 Sq Ft
$600 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1330-211price $1,759square feet 1,235availibility Now
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Unit 1230-111price $1,842square feet 1,235availibility Jun 22
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Unit 1330-111price $1,849square feet 1,235availibility Jun 27
1BR Saxon
$1,264 – $2,324
1 Bed
1 Bath
758 Sq Ft
$400 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1330-407price $1,264square feet 758availibility Now
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Unit 1450-402price $1,268square feet 758availibility Jun 1
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Unit 1510-103price $1,278square feet 758availibility Jun 5
1BR Monroe
$1,267 – $2,337
1 Bed
1 Bath
758 Sq Ft
$400 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1230-307price $1,267square feet 758availibility Now
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Unit 1230-210price $1,270square feet 758availibility Now
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Unit 1230-107price $1,289square feet 758availibility Jun 3
2BR Madison
$1,410 – $2,474
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,067 Sq Ft
$500 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1400-404price $1,437square feet 1,067availibility Now
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Unit 1330-306price $1,410square feet 1,067availibility Jun 27
3BR Montgomery
$1,759 – $3,078
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,235 Sq Ft
$600 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 1330-211price $1,759square feet 1,235availibility Now
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Unit 1230-111price $1,842square feet 1,235availibility Jun 22
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Unit 1330-111price $1,849square feet 1,235availibility Jun 27
* 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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$50
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Application FeeCharged per applicant.$50
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APPFEECharged per unit.$50
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$0
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Move-In FeeCharged per unit.$0
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$310
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$45 / mo
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Cats
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$250
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$45 / mo
0 lbs. Weight LimitComments -
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Reptiles
Max of 2Comments
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Garage Lot
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$100 / mo
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Surface Lot
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.Included in Rent
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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
Utilities Included
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Internet
Lease Options
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2 - 15 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2022
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300 units/4 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Emory - Altoona
The Emory is a luxurious apartment community located in an unbeatable location in Altoona, IA, conveniently near Des Moines. With space ranging from 758 - 1,235 sq. ft. across a wide array of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom floor plans, we're sure to have a place you can call home. Residents get to enjoy various amenities including a swimming pool, private on-site dog park, fitness center, clubhouse, outdoor lounge area with grilling station, and much more. The apartments come fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, hardwood-style flooring, granite stone countertops, in-home washer and dryer, and various other amenities. Contact our staff today to schedule a personalized tour!
The Emory - Altoona 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
- Billiards Table
- Blocks from Local Entertainment
- Close to Downtown Des Moines
- Coffee Bar & Entertainment Kitchen
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Expansive Windows w/ Territory & City Views*
- Hardwood-Style Flooring
- Kitchen Island*
- Large Windows*
- Luxury 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments
- Natural Granite Stone Countertops
- Online Payments Available
- Outdoor Lounge Area w/ BBQ Grilling Station & Firepit
- Package Lockers
- Private, On-Site Dog Park & Washing Station
- Stainless-Steel Appliances
- Stylish, Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Tanning Deck
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Playground
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Renters Insurance Program
- Pet Play Area
- Pet Washing Station
- EV Charging
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Tanning Salon
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Basketball Court
- Grill
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Trash Compactor
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Walk-In Closets
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Balcony
- Patio
1490 34th Ave SW,
Altoona,
IA
50009
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
Amenities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Renters Insurance Program
- Pet Play Area
- Pet Washing Station
- EV Charging
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Tanning Salon
- Grill
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Basketball Court
- Billiards Table
- Blocks from Local Entertainment
- Close to Downtown Des Moines
- Coffee Bar & Entertainment Kitchen
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Expansive Windows w/ Territory & City Views*
- Hardwood-Style Flooring
- Kitchen Island*
- Large Windows*
- Luxury 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments
- Natural Granite Stone Countertops
- Online Payments Available
- Outdoor Lounge Area w/ BBQ Grilling Station & Firepit
- Package Lockers
- Private, On-Site Dog Park & Washing Station
- Stainless-Steel Appliances
- Stylish, Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Tanning Deck
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Trash Compactor
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Walk-In Closets
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Balcony
- Patio
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent
$45
Dog Rent
$45
One-Time
Cat Fee
$250
Dog Fee
$310
Office Hours
515-446-7220
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 10.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.6 mi |
The Emory - Altoona is within 12 minutes or 7.2 miles from Grand View University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Drake University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
657 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
535 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
486 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,088 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,353 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
193 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksThe Emory - Altoona Photos
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The Emory - Altoona
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Clubhouse
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Front Entrance
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Clubhouse
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Clubhouse
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Fitness Center
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Fitness Center
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1 Bed Standard
Models
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1 Bed Standard
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Does The Emory - Altoona have in-unit laundry?
The Emory - Altoona has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
What utilities are included in rent at The Emory - Altoona?
The Emory - Altoona includes internet in rent. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Is parking available at The Emory - Altoona?
Parking is available at The Emory - Altoona. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
The Emory - Altoona has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,264/mo. to $3,078/mo.
Is The Emory - Altoona pet-friendly?
Yes, The Emory - Altoona 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 The Emory - Altoona?
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 $1,264 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $50,560 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does The Emory - Altoona have move-in specials?
The Emory - Altoona is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does The Emory - Altoona offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! The Emory - Altoona offers 5 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1490 34th Ave SW
Altoona, IA 50009