
Cheap Homes for Rent in Marion, IL from $500 (14 Rentals)
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107 Ralph St

1 C Ln

202 W State St

204 E Dayton St

505 W Main St
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205 E St Louis St

16830 IL-37

105 E Poplar St

606 W College St

711 S Poplar St
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608 N 20th St

1005 N Whitman Dr

501 E Reeves St
Marion, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Marion?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Marion 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,032 | $720 | $2,400 |
Marion 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,489 | $721 | $2,100 |
Marion 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,380 | $1,561 | $3,200 |
Marion 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Marion Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion, IL is a Studio unit found at The Quadrangle Apartments priced from $450. Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. 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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The Quadrangle Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, IL and Nearby
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marion area is the $0.45 price per square foot Three Bedroom (1.5 or 2.5 bath) Model at Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) in the starting from $995. The second greatest value Marion apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at 2707 Fairway Dr starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot . 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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Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Three Bedroom (1.5 or 2.5 bath) | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
2707 Fairway Dr | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
2112 Melanie Ln, Unit ApartmentD | 2112 Melanie Ln | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
University Village - Carbondale, IL | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Ambassador Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marion
What type of rentals are currently available in Marion?
There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Marion, IL with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,000. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marion ranging from $580 to $3,200.
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 $580 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,554.
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 $900 to $1,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $721 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,561 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.
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