Cresson is a borough within Cresson Township in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, 75 miles east of Pittsburgh. Cresson is an elevated place known for its beauty. Mineral springs add to its attractions. It is above 2,000 feet in elevation. Lumber, coal, and coke yards were industries that had supported the population which numbered 1,470 in 1910. It is part of the Altoona, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population at the 2000 census was 1,631. Cresson apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Cresson apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.