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Gables Crossing

551 Alexander AveCentreville, AL 35042

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Marion, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marion Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Boundary Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marion apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flex Studio Apartments1BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$495
Boundary Estates1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$599
Magnolia Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$610
Rain Tree Estates2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$725
Hillcrest Estates2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$749
Stone CreekStudioStudio,1BA$755
Addison Way2 Bed/1.5 Bath (1,105 sqft)2BR,1BA$799
Riverbend Residences1x11BR,1BA$809
The Links at TuscaloosaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$825
Mountain View Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$889

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, AL and Nearby

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion area is the $0.97 price per square foot Hayden Model at The Grove Moundville in the starting from $2,437. The second greatest value Marion apartment is the 2 BR 1 BA TH Model at Dogwood Lane Apartments starting at $1,099 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marion apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Grove MoundvilleHayden5BR,3BA$0.97
Dogwood Lane Apartments2 BR 1 BA TH2BR,1BA$0.95
Addison Way2 Bed/1.5 Bath (1,055 sqft)2BR,1.5BA$0.76
Hallmark at Garden ParkwayTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.03
Hillcrest Estates3 Bed/ 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.86
Rain Tree Estates3 Bed/ 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.81
Winding CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Eddins Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
Magnolia Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.86
Boundary Estates1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.92

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marion Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marion?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marion is at Flex Studio Apartments listed at $495.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Apartment is $599 at Boundary Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marion Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marion is starting from $630 at Magnolia Village.

What is the most affordable Marion Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Marion Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rain Tree Estates and starts from $849.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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