
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marion County, FL from $500 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Marion County.


15073 SW 35th Cir

5650 NW 219th Street Rd

Carlton Arms of Ocala

Northwood

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2900 SE 50th Ct

965 NE 2nd St

620 SE 28th Pl
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Cedarwood

Landfair Homes

5716 SE 116th St

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5011 SE 29th St, Unit 5011B, Unit 5011B

Sterling Pointe Apartments

Woodland Bend Apartments

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5140 SE 29th St

5926 SE Front Rd
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1751 NE 2nd St

1725 NE 2nd St

1745 NE 2nd St

5836 SE Drew Rd

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27 NW 21st Pl, Unit 31, Unit 31

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5140 SE 31st St, Unit B, Unit B

2009 NE 17th Pl

Latigo 27
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Forest Edge Apartments

Fort King Manor

Berkeley Pointe

Rainbow Gardens Apartments

Parkside Gardens Apartments

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Briarwood

Oak Valley
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Regency Apartments

Century Oaks Apartments

Windsor Tower Apartments

Gladewinds Apartments

Cliftwood Mobile Home Park

Palm Lake Apartments

Cypresside Townhouses

Saddle Oak Club
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Marion County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marion County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion County Studio Apartments | $1,001 | $839 | $1,763 |
| Marion County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $750 | $2,418 |
| Marion County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $947 | $2,780 |
| Marion County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,033 | $1,098 | $10,000+ |
| Marion County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $1,399 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Marion County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion County, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkeley Pointe in the Northeast Ocala neighborhood priced from $536. Cedarwood in the Northeast Ocala neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marion County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Pointe | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $536 |
| Cedarwood | Studio One Bath Standard | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom (Small) | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Woodland Bend Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Latigo 27 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion County, FL
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion County area is the $1.03 price per square foot 16292 SW 30th Ter Model at 16292 SW 30th Ter, Unit #2 in the in the Marion Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Marion County apartment is the B2R Model at Villas of Stone Ridge starting at $1,499 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Northeast Ocala neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marion County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16292 SW 30th Ter, Unit #2 | 16292 SW 30th Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Villas of Stone Ridge | B2R | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Retreat at 42nd | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pointe Grand Ocala | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Pointe Grand Timber Ridge | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Pointe Grand Brick City | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Pointe Grand at Heath Brook | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Landfair Homes | 3 Bed 2 Bath (60%) | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Woodland Bend Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 5140 SE 29th St | 5140 SE 29th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marion County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marion County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marion County is at Cedarwood listed at $940.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion County Apartment is $536 at Berkeley Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marion County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marion County is starting from $975 at Woodland Bend Apartments.
What is the most affordable Marion County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Marion County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Berkeley Pointe and starts from $851.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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