
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marion, NC from $300 (54 Rentals)
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104 Lynn Dr

116 Dawn Dr

386 Marler Rd

499 Worley Rd

Phillips Ridge

28 Park Ave

The Farmstead at Mill Spring

Evergreen Ridge Apartments

L & H Apartments
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101 Park Place Ave

Beverly Road Apartments

Parkway Crossing

Hawthorne at Southside

Forest View Apartments

Morganton Trading Company

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

Ascot Point Village

Woodbridge Apartments

4152 Cherrywood Dr
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The District

Berrington Village

Murphy`s Farm Apartments

Creekside at Weaverville

River Ridge

The Condominiums at Cedarwood

Plaza View Luxury Condominiums

Park View Apartments

Cedarbrook Apartments

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Verde Vista
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Eastwood Village Apartment Homes

Ellison at the Preserve

Haw Creek Mews Apartments and Townhomes

Skyloft Apartments

Beaucatcher Flats

Woodberry

103 Old Jims Branch Rd

The Highlands

Maple Hall Apartments

2353 US-70
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1726 Suburban Dr

1754 Zion Rd

200 Cowan St

2842 Dale St

Union Square Apartments

Woods Edge

164 N Spring St

103 Stardust Dr

Bost Road Apartments

366 Genesis Cir
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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 | $1,453 | $800 | $1,725 |
| Marion 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $925 | $2,750 |
| Marion 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $300 | $3,090 |
| Marion 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,359 | $1,500 | $3,804 |
| Marion 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $3,395 | $3,395 |
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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. 101 Park Place Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Forest View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Morganton Trading Company | 1 Bedroom Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Linville | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Ascot Point Village | Serenity | 1x1 | 685 sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Union Square Apartments | Two Bedroom - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| 4152 Cherrywood Dr | The Hickory | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, NC and Nearby
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marion area is the $1.23 price per square foot C1 The View Model at Goldelm at The Views in the in the Bennington Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,590. 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 | $1.23 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Haw Creek Mews Apartments and Townhomes | The Cumberland Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 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 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Bost Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| 4152 Cherrywood Dr | The Brookstone | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
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Best Local Schools in Marion, NC
Pleasant Gardens Elementary School
East McDowell Junior High School
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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 $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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