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Mason City at a Glance

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$679
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22

Some Transit

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57

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Mason City, IA Apartments for Rent

Mason City, Iowa, situated along the Winnebago River, combines affordable living with architectural significance. Apartment seekers will discover rental options throughout this historic city, home to Prairie School architecture and celebrated for its connection to "The Music Man" composer Meredith Willson. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $676 monthly (compared to Iowa's state average of $958), while two-bedroom apartments average $1,010.

Spanning approximately 28 square miles, Mason City features apartments across multiple neighborhoods. The city serves as north-central Iowa's economic center, with North Iowa Area Community College and MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center among its major institutions. Local attractions include the MacNider Art Museum, Music Man Square, and the historic Park Inn Hotel - the world's last remaining Frank Lloyd Wright-designed hotel. Community events like the North Iowa Band Festival and the River City Sculptures on Parade program showcase the city's ongoing commitment to arts and culture.

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Getting Around Mason City

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49

Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
57

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
22

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Mason City High School

Public High School

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Grades 9-12
956 Students
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John Adams Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
480 Students
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Lincoln Intermediate

Public Elementary School

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Grades 5-6
468 Students

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