Cheap Apartments for Rent in Preston, IA from $300 (38 Rentals)

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Tallgrass Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tallgrass Townhomes

1311 7th StDe Witt, IA 52742
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$865 - $1,595

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1338 Main St

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73 Manor Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

73 Manor Dr

73 Manor DrPark View, IA 52748
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Crow Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crow Creek Apartments

5067 Devils Glen RdBettendorf, IA 52722
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Highland Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Meadows

101 Circle DrLanark, IL 61046
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Preston, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Preston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Preston, IA is a Studio unit found at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes priced from $525. Pine View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $669. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Preston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverside Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$525
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$669
Village at Sheridan MeadowsStudio - Phase 2Studio,1BA$750
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Maplewood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$755
Jersey MeadowsOne Bedroom Large (Ground Floor)1BR,1BA$772
Windsor Crest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$840
Prestwick Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Iowa Mutual LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Oak Valley ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$869

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Preston, IA and Nearby

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Preston area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Home Model at Links at Pebble Creek in the in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Preston apartment is the Basie Townhome Model at Candlelight Park starting at $1,065 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Near North Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Preston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Links at Pebble Creek3 Bedroom Home3BR,2BA$1.04
Candlelight ParkBasie Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Oak Valley ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.79
Cottage Bluff Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Alexis at Perry PointeThe Pilar1BR,1BA$1.20
Cross Creek Apartment HomesPhase II1BR,1BA$1.14
Winding Hills Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Ashford ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Maplewood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Preston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Preston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Preston is at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes listed at $525.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment is $669 at Pine View.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Preston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Preston is starting from $775 at Maplewood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Preston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Preston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Valley Apartments and starts from $869.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.