
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mason City, NE from $600 (9 Rentals)
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131 E South St

809 1/2 S Locust St

701 Clark St
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2703 W 24th St

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2900 Grand Ave

314 W 5th St
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902 T St
Mason City, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mason City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mason City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,262 | $650 | $1,695 |
Mason City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,473 | $925 | $2,850 |
Mason City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,636 | $1,150 | $1,995 |
Mason City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $1,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Mason City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mason City, NE is a 2 Beds unit found at Westside priced from $615. Burlington Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. 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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Westside | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $615 |
Burlington Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
Lakeside | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mason City, NE and Nearby
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mason City area is the $0.92 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Village at Kearney Apartments in the starting from $955. The second greatest value Mason City apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at 6th Ave Flats starting at $975 with a $0.98 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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Village at Kearney Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
6th Ave Flats | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
6th Dimension Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Residences at Oak Pointe | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Lakeside | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
Westside | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Pioneer Trail Flats | The Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Allura Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
South Platte Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Burlington Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mason City
What type of rentals are currently available in Mason City?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Mason City, NE with pricing that ranges from $615 to $2,995. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mason City ranging from $650 to $3,200.
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 $650 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,481.
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 $900 to $2,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.
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