
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IA from $460 (49 Rentals)
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Grand View Apartments

Blairs Ferry

Marion Lofts

Lancer Townhouses and Apartments

Oak Hill Jackson Brickstones

Village

Meadowview Apartments

Asbury Court
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NewBo Ivy

Regal Townhomes

Anderson Greene I

Continental Terrace Apartments

Continental Terrace II

Waterford Arms

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Sonoma Square

C Street Townhomes

East Town Crossing
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2861 Prairie Hill Dr

Lynnwood Estates

Kerry Manor Apartments

Boulevard Apartments

3000 Bever Ave SE

Sinclair on 16th

Williamsburg Apartments

795 4th Ave

2701 5th Ave
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CR Legacy

1810 A Ave NE

850 Bridgit Ln

Residence on 11th

Tulip Tree Apartments

Chalet South

Anderson Greene II

1820 A Ave NE | A Avenue Apartments

851 Oakland Rd NE
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Green Park Apartments

1547 32nd St NE

Miller Avenue Estates

Vive Senior Apartments

Oak Hill Apartments

145 E Main St

800 Grand Ave

1401 Bever Ave SE

1051 Daniels St NE
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NewBo Lofts

2417 E Ave NE

2501 Indiana St SW

1212 20th Ave SW
Mount Vernon, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Studio Apartments | $1,125 | $1,125 | $1,125 |
| Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $460 | $1,475 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $485 | $2,794 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $875 | $2,711 |
| Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $1,688 | $2,140 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Vernon, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand View Apartments priced from $460. Blairs Ferry in the Kenwood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $481. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR, 1BA | $460 |
| Blairs Ferry | 1A 30% | 1BR, 1BA | $481 |
| Country Club View | 1 BR/ BA | 1BR, 1BA | $525 |
| Marion Lofts | 30-Divisio | 2BR, 1BA | $609 |
| Lancer Townhouses and Apartments | Townhome | 1BR, 1BA | $675 |
| Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $765 |
| Asbury Court | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $795 |
| Regal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA Townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $865 |
| Continental Terrace II | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $886 |
| Continental Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $886 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IA and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 Bedroom TH Model at Anderson Greene I in the Lincolnway Village neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 4 Bed/ 4 Bath apartment Model at Eagle's Nest Apartments in the Corridor Ridge neighborhood starting at $575 with a $0.55 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Greene I | 2 Bedroom TH | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Eagle's Nest Apartments | 4 Bed/ 4 Bath apartment | 4BR, 4BA | $0.55 |
| Regal Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Flats | 2BR, 1BA | $0.84 |
| Asbury Court | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.86 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR, 2BA | $1.16 |
| Country Club View | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.79 |
| 2861 Prairie Hill Dr | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
| Kerry Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom x1.5 Bath Blacony | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.33 |
| Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR, 1BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment is $460 at Grand View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Vernon is starting from $625 at Grand View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Regal Townhomes and starts from $1,150.
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