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The average rent in Mason City, as of June 2026, is down 3% compared to last month and down 13.12% year-over-year.
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11h ago
215 2nd St Sw, Mason City, IA 50401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$865–$1,710
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
In-unit laundry | Elevator | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
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Available May 10
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
House for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$625–$725
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$550
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$550
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$795
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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Elevator
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
N Connecticut Ave #2, Mason City, IA 50401
Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$725
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
N Connecticut Ave #1, Mason City, IA 50401
Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$625
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in Mason City
Studio
0 baths
$1,000
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
510 S Illinois Ave #1, Mason City, IA 50401
In-unit laundry | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$695
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Carpet
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,400
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$1,070
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Mason City
1 bed
1 bath
$550
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Clear Lake
1102 Emerald Cove Drive, Clear Lake, IA 50428, Clear Lake, IA 50401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$2,750
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Clear Lake
2 beds
1 bath
$765
House for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$890
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8h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$815–$1,260
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4d ago
House for rent in Clear Lake
212 S 14th St, Clear Lake, IA 50428
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Clear Lake
1111 Emerald Cv, Clear Lake, IA 50428
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Clear Lake
1103 Emerald Cv, Clear Lake, IA 50428
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$2,900
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Mason City, IA, offers a blend of small-town living with access to various amenities. Residents appreciate the affordability of housing and the strong selection of parks and recreational areas, which make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities. The local arts scene, highlighted by the notable Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, is also a point of pride. However, some locals express concerns about limited dining and shopping options, which can make things feel a bit sparse for those seeking a more vibrant urban experience. Overall, the pace of life here is generally calm and family-oriented, appealing to many renters.
Mason City offers good options for pet owners, with 58% of available rental listings welcoming pets. This represents a solid selection among the average of 19 monthly listings in the city.
Utilities are rarely included in Mason City rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of available listings. Renters should plan to arrange and pay for utilities separately from their monthly rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
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| 💰Best rent deal | 220 3rd St Ne #1 |
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