
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cresco, IA from $675 (40 Rentals)
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105 Main St S

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Whitewater Way Apartments

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

Sutton Place

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The Graham

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Meadow Park Apartments

Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC
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Webster Apartments

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

Scenic View Townhomes

Cottages of Stewartville

Homestead Village Townhomes

EastGate Apartments

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The Ida

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Mill on Main I & II
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200 11th St NE

22085 586th Avenue

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Residence at Discovery Square

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5th on 5th Apartments

STEWARTVILLE FLATS

The HUE

131 S Vine St

420 E Main St
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Clover Patch Apartments

Eastwood Manor Apartments

802 9th Ave SE

806 Cedar River Dr NW

1017 21st St SE

Chester Estates

The Beacon

Lobb Field Apartments
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104 Main St S

621 Oak St

1111 4th St NW

121 Main St S

912 2nd Ave NE

1207 9th St NE

314 1st Ave SE

2113 Oakland Ave E
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cresco Studio Apartments | $1,450 | $925 | $1,975 |
| Cresco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $760 | $2,150 |
| Cresco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,012 | $795 | $3,600 |
| Cresco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,258 | $1,236 | $3,775 |
| Cresco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $1,395 | $1,495 |
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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 105 Main St S priced from $675. Whitewater Way Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cresco apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Main St S | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Whitewater Way Apartments | 1-Bedroom/1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Clover Patch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| The Graham | Studio w/ Utilities & Wifi Included | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Sutton Place | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Eastwood Manor Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Webster Apartments | Apt. 01 | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Scenic View Townhomes | Two Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 16 | 2BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cresco, IA and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cresco area is the $1.38 price per square foot Excelsior Model at Crystal Bay Townhomes in the in the Historic Southwest neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Cresco apartment is the Three Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom Model at Scenic View Townhomes starting at $1,236 with a $0.95 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Bay Townhomes | Excelsior | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Scenic View Townhomes | Three Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| The Quarters | 4 Bedroom A | 4BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 08 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Eastwood Manor Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Sutton Place | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Whitewater Way Apartments | 1-Bedroom/1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 105 Main St S | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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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 Graham listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cresco Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cresco Apartment is $675 at 105 Main St S.
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 $730 at Whitewater Way Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cresco Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cresco Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Scenic View Townhomes and starts from $1,236.
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