
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cresco, IA from $700 (8 Rentals)
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Cresco, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cresco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cresco 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,520 | $950 | $2,300 |
Cresco 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,109 | $1,295 | $3,500 |
Cresco 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,204 | $1,950 | $2,800 |
Cresco 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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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 Meadow Park Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood priced from $750. Lincoln Apartments LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $960. 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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Meadow Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 25 | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
EastGate Apartments | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cresco, IA and Nearby
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cresco area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Plus Den Model at Falcon Heights Townhomes in the in the East Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Cresco apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at TwentyFirst Ave starting at $1,260 with a $1.40 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 | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Plus Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
TwentyFirst Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 17 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
318 Commons | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Webster Apartments | Apt. 10 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Vista at South Broadway | Felix | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
The Boulders | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
EastGate Apartments | A1-70 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
The Ida | Furnished 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Meadow Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cresco
What type of rentals are currently available in Cresco?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Cresco, IA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $7,660. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cresco ranging from $700 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cresco?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cresco ranges from $700 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,915.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cresco?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cresco range from $1,150 to $2,919, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,950.
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