
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Creston, IA from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Historic Winterset High School Apartments 55+

The Pointe on 88th

Adel Village Apartments
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Deer Run Apartments

Fountain Terrace

Center Stage

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

The Lofts at Kettlestone Central
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Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek

Vesta Village by Kading

Twin Eagles East

Lift at Jordan Creek

Park 88 Apartments
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105 W Grimes St

Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community

450 Laurel St
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529 S Jackson St

530 Laurel St

940 27th St
Creston, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Creston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creston Studio Apartments | $1,008 | $575 | $1,626 |
| Creston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $545 | $1,631 |
| Creston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $682 | $2,282 |
| Creston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $574 | $2,874 |
| Creston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Creston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Creston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) priced from $675. The Pointe on 88th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $682. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Creston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Pointe on 88th | The Wild Rose - Market | 2BR,1BA | $682 |
| 1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
| Regency Villa of Atlantic | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Bridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Woodland Park - Griswold | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Fountain Terrace | Neptune | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| The Lofts at Kettlestone Central | BRAND NEW!! Studio + Private Balcony | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Adel Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creston, IA and Nearby
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Creston area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Creston apartment is the C1 Model at Aspire Townhomes starting at $1,821 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Southwoods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Creston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Aspire Townhomes | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Providence Lane Townhomes | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Bella Terra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Vesta Village by Kading | Cottage-2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Lift at Jordan Creek | Amplify | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Woodland Park - Griswold | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Best Local Schools in Creston, IA
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Getting Around Creston, IA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Creston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Creston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Creston is at Fountain Terrace listed at $835.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Creston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Creston Apartment is $675 at Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Creston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Creston is starting from $682 at The Pointe on 88th.
What is the most affordable Creston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Creston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vesta Village by Kading and starts from $1,110.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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