
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cresson, PA from $400 (49 Rentals)
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The Penn Quarters-Old Town

Sunbrook Manor

Traverse Commons

Logan Hills Apartments

Bloomfield Apartments

Maple by Traverse Commons

The Penn Quarters - The Bricks

Forest Hills Apartments
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Russell Building

Mountain View

78 Fairfield Ave

Luxor Gardens Apartments

218 Walnut St

704 13th St

R2617 Bedford St

Latrobe Apartments

908 Main St
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Blue Ridge Efficiency Apartments

124 Clayton Dr

337 Decker Ave

444 Stone St

611 Messenger St

Mount Union Senior Lofts

111 Broad St

744 Highland Ave

125 Boyer St
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746 Park Ave

950 Wayne Ave

423 Penn St

145 Hudson St

2008 Forest Hills Dr

645 Coleman Ave

Hopper Commons

2855 Bedford St

131 Plainfield Ave
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534-536 Russell Ave

R130 Strayer St

402 Southmont Blvd

505 Maple St

1489 Washington Ave

433 Ferndale Ave

416 Linden Ave

954 Bedford St

530 Naylor Rd
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1102 17th Ave

814 Edgehill Drive

106 Forest St

459-7 Stone St
Cresson, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cresson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cresson Studio Apartments | $699 | $530 | $1,010 |
| Cresson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $943 | $750 | $1,507 |
| Cresson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $540 | $3,300 |
| Cresson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $799 | $1,980 |
| Cresson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $699 | $1,559 |
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Cheapest Available Cresson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cresson, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Traverse Commons priced from $540. Forest Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cresson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse Commons | Aspen - 2/2 SINGLE ROOM LEASE | 2BR,2BA | $540 |
| Forest Hills Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Luxor Gardens Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 78 Fairfield Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 218 Walnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Aspen Woods Townhomes | One Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $994 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cresson, PA and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cresson area is the $0.44 price per square foot 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished Model at State College Collective on Farmstead in the starting from $765. The second greatest value Cresson apartment is the 3BR/3.5BR - Furnished - C Model at State College Collective on Aaron starting at $790 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cresson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College Collective on Farmstead | 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.44 |
| State College Collective on Aaron | 3BR/3.5BR - Furnished - C | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.46 |
| The Cottages on Campus | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| State College Collective on Northbrook | 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.79 |
| The Bryn | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 218 Walnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cresson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cresson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cresson Apartment is $780 at Traverse Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cresson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cresson is starting from $540 at Traverse Commons.
What is the most affordable Cresson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cresson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Hills Apartments and starts from $890.
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