
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marion County, FL from $500 (35 Rentals)
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3721 NE 41st St, Unit B

Carlton Arms of Ocala

965 NE 2nd St

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5011 SE 29th St

620 SE 28th Pl

Sterling Pointe Apartments

Woodland Bend Apartments
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Landfair Homes

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Forest Edge Apartments

1745 NE 2nd St

1727 NE 2nd St

Latigo 27

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5230 SE 31st St

Cedarwood

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5370 SE 30th Pl
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3009 SE 7th Ave

3200 NE 56th Ave

Berkeley Pointe

Rainbow Gardens Apartments

Parkside Gardens Apartments

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Briarwood

Oak Valley
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Northwood

Century Oaks Apartments

Windsor Tower Apartments

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Cypresside Townhouses

3650 NE 41st St

Saddle Oak Club
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 | $977 | $839 | $1,379 |
| Marion County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $675 | $2,356 |
| Marion County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $980 | $2,818 |
| Marion County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $1,135 | $9,614 |
| Marion County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $1,499 | $2,500 |
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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. Sterling Pointe Apartments in the Northeast Ocala neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $960. 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 |
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom (Small) | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Woodland Bend Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Landfair Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $980 |
| Forest Edge Apartments | 1/1 RENO SPECIAL | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 3650 NE 41st St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Latigo 27 | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,043 |
| Cedarwood | One Bed One Bath Open | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion County, FL
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion County area is the $1.21 price per square foot B2R Model at Villas of Stone Ridge in the in the Northeast Ocala neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Marion County apartment is the A1 Model at Retreat at 42nd starting at $1,572 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Fore Ranch Brighton 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas of Stone Ridge | B2R | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Retreat at 42nd | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 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 | $1.24 |
| 5230 SE 31st St | 5230 SE 31st St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| 706 NE 27th St | 706 NE 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Woodland Bend Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Landfair Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marion County Apartments
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.
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