Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IA from $400 (31 Rentals)

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Blairs Ferry
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blairs Ferry

830 Blairs Ferry RdMarion, IA 52302
Senior Living
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145 E Main St

LisbonIA52253
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795 4th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

795 4th Ave

795 4th AveMarion, IA 52302
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2701 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2701 5th Ave

2701 5th AveMarion, IA 52302

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North Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

North Ridge

1820 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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1810 A Ave NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1810 A Ave NE

1810 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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850 Bridgit Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

850 Bridgit Ln

850 Bridgit LnCedar Rapids, IA 52403
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Residence on 11th
2 Bedroom Apartments

Residence on 11th

901 S 11th StMarion, IA 52302
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Chalet South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chalet South

210 19th St NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Tulip Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tulip Tree Apartments

728 Oakbrook DrMarion, IA 52302
Senior Living
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Mount Vernon, IA Local Guide

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. Country Club View in the Wellington Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$460
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$525
Waterford Arms1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
CR Legacy2x23BR,2BA$695
Continental Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$725
1810 A Ave NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
Oak Hill Jackson Brickstones1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$760
Asbury Court2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$795
Kerry Manor Apartments2 Bedroom x 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IA and Nearby

As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $0.95 price per square foot 4x2 1 Model at Miller Avenue Estates in the in the Lincolnway Village neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 2 Bedroom Flats Model at Regal Townhomes starting at $865 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Miller Avenue Estates4x2 14BR,2BA$0.95
Regal Townhomes2 Bedroom Flats2BR,1BA$0.84
CR Legacy2x23BR,2BA$0.72
Asbury Court2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.86
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$0.84
Country Club View2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.82
Kerry Manor Apartments2 Bedroom x 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Waterford Arms1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Oak Hill Jackson Brickstones1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$0.86

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mount Vernon?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mount Vernon is at Broad + Main on 7th listed at $925.

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 $655 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 CR Legacy and starts from $695.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.