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Mason City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mason City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mason City, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mason City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IA and Nearby

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mason City area is the $0.74 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at City Center Kent Apartments in the starting from $595. The second greatest value Mason City apartment is the Tower II - One Bedroom Model at Shalom Tower II starting at $560 with a $0.70 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mason City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
Pebble Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.88
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95
Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)Studio - Rent Based on IncomeStudio ,1BA$2.17
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.57
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio ,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mason City

What type of rentals are currently available in Mason City?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Mason City, IA with pricing that ranges from $405 to $1,810. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mason City ranging from $725 to $2,700.

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 $725 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,208.

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 $907 to $1,610, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $1,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.