1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IA (30 Rentals)

The River Apartments & Townhomes

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18 S Adams Ave

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741 S Illinois Ave

1531 6th Pl SE
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415 W Main St, Unit 415

815 9th Ave SE
Mason City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mason City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mason City Studio Apartments | $769 | $405 | $1,265 |
Mason City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $919 | $495 | $1,440 |
Mason City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $750 | $1,870 |
Mason City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,150 | $1,950 |
Mason City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $937 | $937 | $937 |
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Largest Available Mason City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mason City, IA is found at Shalom Tower II and is 800 square feet priced from $502. The River Apartments & Townhomes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 711 square feet and currently listed start at $1,060. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Mason City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $502 |
The River Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 711 Sq Ft | $1,060 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $595 |
Grant Village | 1 Bedroom | 595 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Key West Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 552 Sq Ft | $700 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 550 Sq Ft | $525 |
The Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 0 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Mason City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mason City, IA is the Studio Model starting from $495 at City Center Kent Apartments . The second most affordable Mason City 1 Bedroom is the Tower I One Bedroom Model at Shalom Tower II starting at $502 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Mason City is currently $919. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Mason City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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City Center Kent Apartments | Studio | $495 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower I One Bedroom | $502 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | $525 |
Key West Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $700 |
The River Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $1,060 |
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Getting Around Mason City, IA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Mason City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Mason City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Mason City is at City Center Kent Apartments listed at $495.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Mason City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Mason City is $919.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Mason City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Mason City is a 800 square feet unit starting from $502 at Shalom Tower II.
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