
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marion County, OR from $400 (130 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Marion County.


633 Thompson Ave NE

1731 Wildwood Pl NE

Madison Court Apartments

143 Connecticut Ave SE

1932 Chemeketa St NE

1744 Park Ave NE

127 Hrubetz Rd SE

Woodland Park Apartments

Mallard Landing
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Springwood Terrace Apartments

Anita Manor Apartments

Salem Parkway Apartments

Brighton Park

The Court at Hawthorne

1250-1256-1256 Marilyn St SE

Liberty Street Apartments

Somerset Apartments

Sunnyside Village Apartments

156 Manbrin Dr N
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Willamette Terrace Apartments

3441 3rd Ave

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Royvonne Hills Apartments

The Lee Apartments

1481 Tripp / Lee Apartments

Park Place Apartments

1121 Waller St SE

Woodburn Place Apartment Homes

Nola Place

Twin Oaks Apartments
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Peace Street

3434 Liberty Rd S

1615 Grant St NE

300 NW Santiam Blvd

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Chandelle Apartments

Oak Manor Apartments

1137 Saginaw St S

3973 Partridge Ln NE

3938 Partridge Ln NE

1359 Liberty St NE
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Cascade View Apartments

3822-3828 Bayonne Dr SE

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Trinity Terrace Apartments

102-Mountain View

Willow Lake Apartments

1537 Commercial St SE

Columbia Village Apartments

Beverly Towhomes

12th Street Lofts

Greenwood Park Apartments
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Marion County, OR 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 | $1,342 | $900 | $1,660 |
| Marion County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $925 | $2,206 |
| Marion County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $995 | $3,750 |
| Marion County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,450 | $4,040 |
| Marion County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,800 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Available Marion County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion County, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at 192-Western Village Apartments in the Highland neighborhood priced from $845. Madison Court Apartments in the Central Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marion County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 192-Western Village Apartments | 1x1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Madison Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Sunnyslope Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $952 |
| 046-Lancaster Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
| Anita Manor Apartments | Manor | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Court at Hawthorne | Upstairs 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Brighton Park | 1BR 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Salem Parkway Apartments | 1BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion County, OR
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion County area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2br 1.5bth Model at Southside Apartments in the in the Sunnyslope neighborhood starting from $1,345. The second greatest value Marion County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Z_Campus Court Apartments starting at $1,342 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Lansing 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Apartments | 2br 1.5bth | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Z_Campus Court Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 12th Street Lofts | 2 bed 1 bath - 3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Brooktree Apartments | 2BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Park Place Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Liberty Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Trinity Terrace Apartments | 2x1 Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Royvonne Hills Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Sunnyslope Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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 Madison Court Apartments listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion County Apartment is $845 at 192-Western Village Apartments.
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 $952 at Sunnyslope Manor.
What is the most affordable Marion County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Marion County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lancaster Terrace Apartments and starts from $1,335.
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