
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marion, NC from $300 (47 Rentals)
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26 Reid St

Phillips Ridge

28 Park Ave

The Farmstead at Mill Spring

Evergreen Ridge Apartments

Maple Hall Apartments

L & H Apartments

101 Park Place Ave
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Hawthorne at Southside

Cedarbrook Apartments

Beverly Road Apartments

Parkway Crossing

Ascot Point Village

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

Morganton Trading Company

Forest View Apartments

Goldelm at The Views
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The District

Murphy`s Farm Apartments

Creekside at Weaverville

Woodbridge Apartments

Berrington Village

The Condominiums at Cedarwood

Plaza View Luxury Condominiums

Park View Apartments

Ellison at the Preserve
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Woodberry

Hawthorne at Mills Gap

River Ridge

The Highlands

307 Chapman Rd

26 Magic Dr

404 W Main St

2842 Dale St
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115 E Parker Rd

208 Gatchell St

216 Alabama Terrace

Union Square Apartments

Haw Creek Mews Apartments and Townhomes

Bost Road Apartments

366 Genesis Cir

Woods Edge

430 Lytle Cove Rd
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494 Cranberry St

126 Mississippi Rd
Marion, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marion?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Studio Apartments | $1,449 | $800 | $1,740 |
| Marion 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $925 | $2,750 |
| Marion 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $300 | $3,276 |
| Marion 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,500 | $4,092 |
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Cheapest Available Marion Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Farmstead at Mill Spring priced from $300. Maple Hall Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marion apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmstead at Mill Spring | Glamping Tents | 2BR,1BA | $300 |
| Maple Hall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Richmond | 1BR,1BA | $1,074 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Ascot Point Village | Serenity | 1x1 | 685 sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Morganton Trading Company | 1 Bedroom Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Forest View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, NC and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion area is the $1.31 price per square foot C1 The View Model at Goldelm at The Views in the in the Bennington Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Marion apartment is the 3 BR Model at 101 Park Place Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldelm at The Views | C1 The View | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Plaza View Luxury Condominiums | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Condominiums at Cedarwood | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Bost Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Park View Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Maple Hall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
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Best Local Schools in Marion, NC
Eastfield Elementary School
East Mcdowell Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marion Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marion?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marion is at Hawthorne at Southside listed at $1,042.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marion Apartment is $1,000 at 101 Park Place Ave.
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 $300 at The Farmstead at Mill Spring.
What is the most affordable Marion Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Marion Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bost Road Apartments and starts from $1,500.
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