Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IL from $500 (30 Rentals)
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215 N 3rd St

Watch Street

The Hickox Collection

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2215 Stoneybrook Rd

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Mason City, IL 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 | $702 | $600 | $816 |
Mason City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $887 | $550 | $1,585 |
Mason City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $625 | $1,825 |
Mason City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $900 | $2,050 |
Mason City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $1,000 | $1,100 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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8710 W Main St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $628 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Williamsburg Townhouses | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Safe Harbor Properties | 1 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brainard Landings Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.65 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Walk to work. Capitol View. WIFI Included. | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
3TEN | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Getting Around Mason City, IL
Walk Score®
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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