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1465 Meadowview Dr

1485 Meadowview Dr

1460 Meadowview Dr
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2951 9th St

924 14th St, Unit First Floor

1450 Meadowview Dr

480 3rd St

1710 A Ave NE
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6430 Creekside Dr NE

490 12th St
Marion, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Marion?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Marion 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,224 | $700 | $1,995 |
Marion 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,415 | $950 | $1,995 |
Marion 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,900 | $1,450 | $2,650 |
Marion 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,450 | $1,950 | $4,950 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $440 |
Wedgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $445 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
Country Club View | 1 BR/ BA | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
1810 A Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, IA
As of June 02, 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 2x1 Model at St. Andrews Apartments starting at $906 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Kenwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marion apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Regal Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Flats | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
St. Andrews Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Chapel Ridge Marion | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
Residence on 11th | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
North Ridge | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Country Club View | 1 BR/ BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
1810 A Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marion
What type of rentals are currently available in Marion?
There are currently 114 Apartments for Rent in Marion, IA with pricing that ranges from $440 to $2,744. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marion ranging from $575 to $4,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Marion?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Marion ranges from $575 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,720.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Marion?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Marion range from $830 to $2,744, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $1,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,430.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.