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The River Apartments & Townhomes


215 2nd St SW Mason City, IA

Studio - 3 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

550 - 1,273 Sq. Ft.

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Studio • 1 Bath
$870
550 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: The River by Real Property Management Express
100-103
$870
Available Now
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100-207
$870
Available Aug 3rd, 2026
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100-303
$870
Available Aug 20th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$975
672 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: The River by Real Property Management Express
100-121
$975
Available Now
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100-224
$975
Available Now
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100-416
$975
Available Sep 7th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$950
711 ft2
5 Available
Managed By: The River by Real Property Management Express
215-1104
$950
Available Jul 6th, 2026
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215-1114
$950
Available Jul 8th, 2026
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215-1405
$950
Available Jul 13th, 2026
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215-1113
$950
Available Jul 21st, 2026
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215-1307
$950
Available Sep 8th, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,210
1035 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: The River by Real Property Management Express
215-1312
$1,210
Available Aug 10th, 2026
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,610
1273 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: The River by Real Property Management Express
100-405
$1,610
Available Aug 4th, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
71
Very Walkable
Transit Score®
30
Some Transit
Bike Score®
93
Biker's Paradise
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Furnished
Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Trash Removal Included
Public Transportation
Elevator
Microwave
Range / Oven
High-speed Internet
Smoke-free Community
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Security Deposit: $0
Property details
Description

Welcome to The River in Mason City, Iowa.
Discover modern living in the heart of downtown Mason City. The River offers thoughtfully designed studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, along with two- and three-bedroom townhomes, providing flexible layouts for a variety of lifestyles.
Each home features in-unit washers and dryers, walk-in closets, air conditioning, and private balconies or patios. Stylish kitchens with energy-efficient appliances and create a comfortable and functional living space.
Residents enjoy access to a 24-hour fitness center, indoor bike storage, underground parking, a resident lounge, and a community room. The pet-friendly community features a convenient dog wash room.
Located near Southbridge Mall, Mason City Arena, Music Man Square, and local dining and entertainment, The River places you close to everything downtown has to offer.
Ready to make The River your new home? Schedule a tour today!
Pets considered with additional pet fee & pet rent. Eligible for $0 security deposit.
Rent rates and availability are subject to change. Images, 3D tours, and renderings of units may be similar to available units and do not necessarily represent the specific units available. For more information, contact Real Property Management Express.
Professionally leased and managed by Real Property Management Express.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 227
Last Updated: Updated 2 hours ago
Contact Number: (641) 243-8096
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Mediacom Communications Corp. 1000.0 50.0
Router12 Networks LLC 100.0 20.0
Mediacom Communications Corp. 100.0 10.0
JAB Wireless, Inc. 50.0 10.0
ViaSat, Inc. 35.0 3.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The River Apartments & Townhomes by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$31,300
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$34,500
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$43,600
per year
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$58,000
per year
Rent report

The River Apartments & Townhomes Rent vs. Mason City Average

 The River Apartments & Townhomes      Mason City Average
Studio
$870
$870
$0
$300
$600
$900
$1,200
1BR
$959
$975
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400
2BR
$1,210
$1,154
$0
$400
$800
$1,200
$1,600
3BR
$1,610
$1,523
$0
$550
$1,100
$1,650
$2,200

The River Apartments & Townhomes is asking 0% less than the average studio apartment in Mason City.

If you upsized to an average priced Mason City 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 11% more per month.

The River Apartments & Townhomes provides 0% less square footage than the average Mason City studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The River Apartments & Townhomes
Studio $870 $1.60 $2,610
1BR $959 $1.40 $2,878
2BR $1,210 $1.20 $3,630
3BR $1,610 $1.30 $4,830
Mason City Average
Studio $870 $1.60 $2,610
1BR $975 $1.40 $2,926
2BR $1,154 $1.20 $3,461
3BR $1,523 $1.30 $4,568

Availability in Mason City

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 72 Studio units on the market in Mason City. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
56% 27% 14% 3%
Available Units in Mason City
Studio 72
1BR 34
2BR 18
3BR 4
Location
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Mercy Medical Center North Iowa 0.61 mi.
North Iowa Medical Center West Campus 3.05 mi.
Mitchell County Memorial Hospital 22.17 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Mason City Fire Department 0.19 mi.
Mason City Fire Department 1.71 mi.
Clear Lake Fire Department 7.65 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 13 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 11 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 3 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 550 to 1,273 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $870 to $1,610. The River Apartments & Townhomes has studio units available starting at $870, 1 bedroom units available starting at $950, 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,210, and 3 bedroom units available starting at $1,610.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 215 2nd St SW in Mason City, IA. It's 0.2 miles west from the center of Mason City.
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