Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marion, IA from $300 (37 Rentals)

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1710 44th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1710 44th St

1710 44th StMarion, IA 52302
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2901 9th St
Studio Apartments

2901 9th St

2901 9th StMarion, IA 52302
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795 4th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

795 4th Ave

795 4th AveMarion, IA 52302
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820 27th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

820 27th St

820 27th StMarion, IA 52302
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5th Ave Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

5th Ave Place

2899 5th AveMarion, IA 52302
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2701 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2701 5th Ave

2701 5th AveMarion, IA 52302

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Daleview
2 Bedroom Apartments

Daleview

1285-1315 Daleview DrMarion, IA 52302
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Stratford Highlands
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stratford Highlands

1501 Grand AveMarion, IA 52302
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Cedars Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedars Apartments

2030 1st Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
Senior Living
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318 18th St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

318 18th St NE

318 18th St NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Flagstone Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Flagstone Apartments

300 31st St NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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1810 A Ave NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1810 A Ave NE

1810 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Marion, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marion Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand View Apartments priced from $440. Wedgewood Apartments in the Kenwood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marion apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$440
Wedgewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$445
Azure Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$495
Williamsburg ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$595
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$615
Marion LoftsThe Ballast 40%1BR,1BA$650
Waterford Arms1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
Continental Terrace IIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$679
Continental Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Seasons View ApartmentsSeasons View1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, IA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marion area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Flats Model at Regal Townhomes in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Marion apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Asbury Court starting at $795 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Mound View 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.
Regal Townhomes2 Bedroom Flats2BR,1BA$0.83
Asbury Court2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.86
St. Andrews Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.99
850 Bridgit Ln2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$0.94
North Ridge2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.91
2255 8th Ave, Unit #22255 8th Ave2BR,1BA$0.97
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$0.82
Williamsburg ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.85
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$0.82
Azure Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$0.95

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Getting Around Marion, IA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marion Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Apartment is $440 at Grand View Apartments.

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 $515 at Grand View Apartments.

What is the most affordable Marion Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Marion Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Azure Apartments and starts from $830.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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