Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IA from $400 (29 Rentals)

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795 4th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

795 4th Ave

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

2701 5th Ave

2701 5th AveMarion, IA 52302

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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
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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 $440. Williamsburg Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$440
Williamsburg ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$595
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$615
1810 A Ave NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$625
Waterford Arms1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
CR Legacy2x23BR,2BA$695
Continental Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Meadowview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$700
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$725
North Ridge2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$725

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

As of November 06, 2025 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 $850 with a $0.83 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$0.83
CR Legacy2x23BR,2BA$0.72
Asbury Court2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.86
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$0.84
North Ridge2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.91
850 Bridgit Ln2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$0.82
Williamsburg ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.85
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$0.82

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38 / 100

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35 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $440 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 $515 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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.