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Marion, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marion Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Marion, IL is a Studio unit found at Saluki Apartments priced from $420. Campus Edge 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saluki ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$420
Campus EdgeStudioStudio,1BA$450
The Quadrangle Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$450
Saint Germain Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$565
Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)Flat2BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marion, IL and Nearby

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marion area is the $0.97 price per square foot Country Club House Model at Mountain Valley Properties -Carbondale in the starting from $2,240. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mountain Valley Properties -CarbondaleCountry Club House3BR,2.5BA$0.97
2707 Fairway Dr3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.00
1004 W Main St, Unit SUITE1004 W Main St1BR,1BA$0.69
Cedar Creek RentalsCedar Creek 12BR,1BA$1.10
Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)Flat2BR,1BA$0.71
710 W Mill St2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.12
1000 E Grand Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.05
510 S Madison St, Unit 3510 S Madison St2BR,2BA$0.95
Saint Germain Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Ambassador Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marion

What type of rentals are currently available in Marion?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Marion, IL with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,898. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marion ranging from $625 to $3,500.

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 $625 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,440.

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 $800 to $2,240, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $890 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,561 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.

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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