Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cresco, IA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC

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615 Wentling St

113 Grand Ave E

111 3rd St SE

302 19th St NE

1009 3rd Ave NW
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Cresco, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cresco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cresco Studio Apartments | $1,468 | $850 | $2,507 |
Cresco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $550 | $3,322 |
Cresco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $700 | $5,632 |
Cresco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $995 | $2,932 |
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Cheapest Available Cresco Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cresco, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 131 S Vine St priced from $550. The Marion Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cresco apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
The Marion Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Meadow Park Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | Wild Grove Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
EastGate Apartments | A1-50 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cresco, IA and Nearby
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cresco area is the $1.61 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath, Plus Den Model at Falcon Heights Townhomes in the in the East Rochester neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Cresco apartment is the Swan Model at Eastwood Ridge starting at $1,891 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Meadow Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cresco apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Falcon Heights Townhomes | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath, Plus Den | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.61 |
Eastwood Ridge | Swan | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 28 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Webster Apartments | Apt. 10 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
5th on 5th Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Flats 55 | 1bd 1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Meadow Park Apartments | Modern One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Getting Around Cresco, IA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cresco Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cresco?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cresco is at The Marion Apartments listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cresco Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cresco Apartment is $550 at 131 S Vine St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cresco Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cresco is starting from $925 at Meadow Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cresco Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cresco Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadow Park Apartments and starts from $995.
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