Mason City, IA rental market
Last updated August 11, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Mason City, IA is $900.
$900
+$200
-$275
43
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $100 to $3,000.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $0 | 1 |
| $500 | 11 |
| $600 | 12 |
| $700 | 3 |
| $800 | 4 |
| $900 | 3 |
| $1,000 | 2 |
| $1,100 | 2 |
| $1,200 | 2 |
| $1,300 | 1 |
| $1,400 | 1 |
| $1,700 | 1 |
| $1,800 | 1 |
| $2,400 | 2 |
| $2,500 | 2 |
| $2,700 | 4 |
| $2,900 | 6 |
| $3,000+ | 6 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $275 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,150 | $900 |
| Feb | $1,200 | $795 |
| Mar | $700 | $700 |
| Apr | $1,200 | $700 |
| May | $950 | $650 |
| Jun | $950 | $650 |
| Jul | $950 | $650 |
| Aug | $1,025 | $900 |
| Sep | $1,025 | No data |
| Oct | $1,100 | No data |
| Nov | $1,100 | No data |
| Dec | $1,150 | No data |
Market temperature
The Mason City, IA rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Mason City, IA is 57% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Mason City, IA?
The average rent in Mason City, IA is $900.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Mason City, IA?
Houses in Mason City, IA rent between $100 - $3,000 with an average rent of $900.
3. How has the rent in Mason City, IA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Mason City, IA decreased by $275
4. How much has the rent in Mason City, IA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Mason City, IA increased by $200
5. How many available rentals are there in Mason City, IA?
There are currently 43 rentals available in Mason City, IA.
6. How do rent prices in Mason City, IA compare with the national average?
The average rent in Mason City, IA is $900 — 57.14% lower the national average of $2,100.