Apartments For Rent in Mason City, IA

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Apartments For Rent Near Mason City, IA

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What Locals Say about Mason City

  • Paula Clintsman
    "Animals r welcome here but some do not pick up after their animal there is walking trails for dogs but don’t see any dog parks"
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  • Cory Servantez
    "Area near stockman house is getting uncertain due to neighbors and foot traffic all hours of the night on bikes, welding in middle of night, untrusting, squatters at a couple houses near ours. "
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  • Linda lam
    "The neighborhood is very friendly. There is very nice surrounding neighborhoods. Also, everyone watches out for each other."
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  • Colghan C.
    "Band fest, lions chicken feed, lime creek, 4th of July fireworks, Christmas light bicycle ride, fairgrounds, major shopping centers, mall and even center."
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  • Kat W
    "I just moved here and am learning the area. It seems pretty friendly and the neighbors appear to be social "
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  • Doug Pham
    "Nice and quiet streets with friendly neighbors. Near Frank Lloyd Wright house, businesses, and restaurants."
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  • Brent E.
    "It is just a nice neighborhood. Neighbors are nice as well! You will see deer and other wildlife in our neighborhood. "
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  • Schulted24
    "Mixture of young adults and elderly people living in my neighborhood. Most families seem to have pets as well."
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  • Bobbywroten
    "I like my house nice place to live the people are really nice I like living with a bus stop a cross from me"
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  • Lavelle b.
    "Nothing. it's not unique at all. there's a trailer park near by and the trains can get annoying fast"
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Types of apartment in Mason City, IA

Mason City apartments often sit in small brick or wood-frame buildings, plus a fair number of duplexes and houses for rent. Near Downtown and around the Historic Park Inn area, you can find older brick apartments with simple fronts, shared entries, and stair access instead of elevators. Some units have hardwood floors, radiator heat, and smaller kitchens. Around East State Street and near MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, apartments can look more mid-century, with low-rise layouts, larger parking lots, and plain exterior siding.
On the west side and south side, many apartments are in garden-style buildings or converted houses with porch entries and surface parking. Houses for rent often have vinyl siding, detached garages, and bigger yards than apartment properties. Near Southbridge Mall and along Highway 122, you might see newer apartments with wider hallways, in-unit laundry, and open living rooms, but the buildings can feel more spread out. Older apartments closer to Downtown can put you near shops and City Hall, though storage and closet space often run smaller.

Getting around Mason City, IA

Mason City Transit, the local bus service, covers key parts of town, including Downtown, the hospital area, and Southbridge Mall. Driving is simple because streets are direct and traffic stays light. Parking is easy at many apartments outside Downtown, while older buildings near Federal Avenue may have tighter off-street options. Walking works best near Downtown and East State Street. Biking can be practical on flatter streets and near the Winnebago River trail areas.

Living in Mason City, IA

Mason City is known for music and architecture, and that can shape where you rent. You can catch shows at the North Iowa Community Auditorium, visit the Music Man Square area, and spend time near East Park and the MacNider Art Museum. Major work can be tied to health care, manufacturing, retail, and local government. Apartments near Downtown can keep these places closer, while south and west side apartments often trade that for easier parking.

Average Rent Trends in Mason City, IA

Rent in Mason City, IA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$650
Jul 2025$650
Aug 2025$900
Sep 2025$900
Oct 2025$800
Nov 2025$900
Dec 2025$900
Jan 2026$800
Feb 2026$900
Mar 2026$900
Apr 2026$1,000
May 2026$800
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$575$795$2,600—$800
Apartments and Condos$625$800$2,600—$800
Houses—$900$1,100—$1,100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Mason City, IA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Mason City, IA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Mason City, IA is $775 per month. This is about 60% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Mason City, IA?
    The average rent of a house in Mason City, IA is $1,100 per month. This is about 43% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Mason City, IA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Mason City, IA is $1,400 per month. This is about 27% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Mason City, IA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Mason City, IA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $650 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Mason City, IA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Mason City, IA was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $900 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Mason City, IA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Mason City, IA is $575 per month. That is about $75 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Mason City, IA?
    There are 38 available rental listings in Mason City, IA.
  • What are some zip codes in Mason City, IA?
    Mason City, IA includes zip codes such as: 50401, 50402.
  • What are some cities near Mason City, IA?
    Some nearby cities include: Rock Falls, Plymouth, Manly, Clear Lake, Nora Springs. These cities may have more rental options to explore.