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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. Country Club View in the Mound View 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$440
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$525
1810 A Ave NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$545

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

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Flats Model at Regal Townhomes in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 2 Bedroom Restricted Model at Harris Oak Hill Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Young's Hill neighborhood. 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.
Regal Townhomes2 Bedroom Flats2BR,1BA$0.83
Harris Oak Hill Apartments2 Bedroom Restricted2BR,2BA$1.05
Chapel Ridge MarionTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$0.84
Residence on 11th2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Kerry Manor Apartments2 Bedroom x 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$0.70
Waterford Arms1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
1810 A Ave NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.88
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$0.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Vernon

What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Vernon?

There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $1,970. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Vernon ranging from $600 to $2,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Vernon?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Vernon ranges from $600 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,170.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Vernon?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Vernon range from $425 to $1,970, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,330.

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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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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.