
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Creston, IA from $545 (60 Rentals)
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704 Hickory St

208 N Maple St

610 New York Ave

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700 S Division St, Unit 700 S Division Apt A

209 N Maple St

308 N Cherry St

317 N Sumner Ave

Historic Winterset High School Apartments 55+

Country Club Estates
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1209 Maple St

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

Deer Run Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

Bella Terra

Center Stage

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Fountain Terrace

Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek
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Vesta Village by Kading

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Mansions at Jordan Creek

Lift at Jordan Creek

Glenwood Villas

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Osceola Heights by Kading

Cherry Creek

360 at Jordan West

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The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

Strathmore Apartment Homes
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Twin Eagles East

Park 88 Apartments

Watermark at Jordan Creek

The Middlebrook Lofts

Cascades at Jordan Creek

Pointe on 88th

Gustin Flats

Village at Maple Bend Townhomes

Picket Fence Community

Prairie Village Commons Apartments and Townhomes
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Providence Lane Townhomes

Launch Townhomes

Village at Century Run Townhomes

Woodland Park - Adair

Woodland Park - Red Oak

Regency Villa of Atlantic

Red Oak 48-(City View Apartments)

Clarinda West Apartments

Adel Village Apartments

Woodland Park - Griswold
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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 | $1,078 | $575 | $1,751 |
| Creston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $545 | $1,915 |
| Creston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $700 | $2,834 |
| Creston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $950 | $3,112 |
| 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 2 Beds unit found at 1209 Maple St priced from $700. Summit House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Creston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1209 Maple St | 2 BED / 1 BATH | 2BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $755 |
| Woodland Park - Fontanelle | 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $792 |
| Luma Terrace Apartment | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $850 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR, 1BA | $855 |
| Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek | Indigo Terrace | Studio, 1BA | $900 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2brtotalremodel | 2BR, 1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creston, IA and Nearby
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Creston area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Creston apartment is the Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe Townhomes in the Dallas County neighborhood starting at $2,700 with a $1.13 price per square foot. 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 |
| Platinum Pointe Townhomes | Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed | 4BR, 3BA | $1.13 |
| Providence Lane Townhomes | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Osceola Heights by Kading | Villa | 3BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR, 1BA | $0.99 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.03 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.99 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.95 |
| Luma Terrace Apartment | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| 1209 Maple St | 2 BED / 1 BATH | 2BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
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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 Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Creston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Creston Apartment is $775 at Woodland Park - Fontanelle.
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 $700 at 1209 Maple St.
What is the most affordable Creston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Creston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Osceola Heights by Kading and starts from $1,010.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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