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Mason City Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason City Manor

405 E Jefferson StMason City, IL 62664
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1001 Veerman St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1001 Veerman St

1001 Veerman StPekin, IL 61554
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2604 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2604 Pine St

2604 Pine StPekin, IL 61554
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Pine Woods Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments

1665 Seven Pines RdSpringfield, IL 62704
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Mason City, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mason City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mason City, IL is a Studio unit found at 8710 W Main St priced from $600. The Hickox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $628. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mason City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
8710 W Main StStudioStudio,1BA$600
The Hickox CollectionThe HickoxStudio,1BA$628
Denison PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Willow Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$745
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 1BD1BR,1BA$750
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
106 S 4th St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$800
Whispering Pines Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Safe Harbor Properties1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included.1BR,1BA$845

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

As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mason City area is the $0.65 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Brainard Landings Apartments in the starting from $900. The second greatest value Mason City apartment is the Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes starting at $875 with a $0.88 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.
Brainard Landings ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.65
Ravenwood TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$0.88
CandlesB12BR,1.5BA$1.15
Safe Harbor PropertiesWalk to work. Capitol View. WIFI Included.2BR,1BA$1.03
3TENB12BR,1BA$0.99
Denison PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 2BD2BR,1BA$1.06
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Willow Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
106 S 4th St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21

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Getting Around Mason City, IL

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36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mason City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mason City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mason City is at 8710 W Main St listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mason City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mason City Apartment is $675 at Denison Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mason City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mason City is starting from $745 at Williamsburg Townhouses.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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