1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IA (34 Rentals)

The River Apartments & Townhomes

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

Grant Village
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18 S Adams Ave

City Center Kent Apartments

Key Apartments

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741 S Illinois Ave
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1531 6th Pl SE
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20 NE Schmitz St, Unit 8
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416 1st St SW

106 11th St NE

508 11th Ave SW
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 | $734 | $405 | $1,185 |
Mason City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $871 | $495 | $1,335 |
Mason City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $750 | $1,850 |
Mason City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,150 | $1,870 |
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 712 square feet and currently listed start at $930. 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 | 712 Sq Ft | $930 |
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 |
Cheapest Available Mason City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 20, 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 $871. 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 | $930 |
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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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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $871.
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.
What is the average size for Mason City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Mason City is currently 652 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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