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$405 - $599Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Shalom Tower II
321 4th St NEMason City, IA 50401
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Key Apartments
600 N Kentucky AveMason City, IA 50401
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City Center Kent Apartments
5 N Federal AveMason City, IA 50401
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18 S Adams Ave
18 S Adams AveMason City, IA 50401
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$550 - $700Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Key West Apartments
1000 S Illinois AveMason City, IA 50401
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Charles City, IA Local Guide
Charles City by David Wilson is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charles City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles City Studio Apartments | $888 | $405 | $1,275 |
| Charles City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,045 | $495 | $1,750 |
| Charles City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $525 | $2,100 |
| Charles City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $935 | $1,970 |
| Charles City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $630 | $295 | $995 |
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Cheapest Available Charles City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Charles City, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $295. Shalom Tower II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charles City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences on College Hill | Private Bedroom in a 4BR Unit-Furnished Common ... | 4BR,1BA | $295 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $405 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charles City, IA and Nearby
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charles City area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments in the starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Charles City apartment is the Two Bedroom w/ Garage Model at Kinsale Condominiums starting at $975 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Charles City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Fountains at Greenhill | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Residences on College Hill | Luxury 4-Bedroom 1-Bath Apartment! | 4BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Best Local Schools in Charles City, IA
Lincoln Elementary School
Charles City Community School District
Public School - Grades 3-4 (184)
3 out of 10
Charles City High School
Charles City Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (534)
3 out of 10
Charles City Middle School
Charles City Community School District
Public School - Grades 5-8 (423)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around Charles City, IA
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 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 Charles City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charles City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charles City is at Shalom Tower II listed at $405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charles City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charles City Apartment is $495 at City Center Kent Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charles City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charles City is starting from $525 at Residences on College Hill.
What is the most affordable Charles City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charles City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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