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property at 702 E Main St

702 E Main St

Albert LeaMN56007
property at 413 Main St N

413 Main St N

Grand MeadowMN55936
property at 810 9th Ave SW

810 9th Ave SW

AustinMN55912

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property at 259 Elizabeth St

259 Elizabeth St

AldenMN56009
property at 709 13th St NE

709 13th St NE

AustinMN55912
property at 913 Abbott St

913 Abbott St, Unit 202

913 Abbott St
Albert LeaMN56007
property at 121 Main St S

121 Main St S

Grand MeadowMN55936
property at 1524 W Clark St

1524 W Clark St

Albert LeaMN56007

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Mason City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mason City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mason City, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. City Center Kent Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mason City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$500
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IA and Nearby

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mason 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 Mason City apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at City Center Kent Apartments starting at $595 with a $0.74 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mason City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pebble Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.03
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason...1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$2.15
The River Apartments & TownhomesStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.49
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95
Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)HC One Bedroom - Rent Based on Income1BR,1BA$1.86
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.57
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mason City

What type of rentals are currently available in Mason City?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IA with pricing that ranges from $405 to $1,840. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mason City ranging from $845 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mason City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mason City ranges from $845 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,498.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mason City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mason City range from $1,150 to $1,740, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $1,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.

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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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