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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Convenient location
  • Charming apartment
  • Brand new flooring throughout
  • Onsite coin-operated laundry

Location

3205 8th St, Marion, IA 52302, USA
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Management

Spire Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(319) 362-5566

Property Overview

3205 8th Street presents an attractive opportunity with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8 out of 10, highlighting its strong price-value balance and excellent amenities, including off-street parking and brand new flooring. Its prime location, rated 9 out of 10, ensures easy access to schools and key points of interest, contributing to an elevated quality of life. Additionally, the property maintains a high level of trustworthiness, providing transparency and a detailed understanding of what renters can expect.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 3205 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3205 8th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath695 sqft$695 /mo1 unit availableIntroducing our 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located in Marion, IA. This cozy unit features brand new flooring throughout, creating a fresh and modern living space. Conveniently situated near LinMar Schools, this apartment is perfect for those looking for a convenient location. Enjoy the ease of onsite coin-operated laundry and off-street parking, making daily tasks a breeze. Don't miss out on this opportunity to call this charming apartment home! Renters Insurance Required www spirepropertymgmt com

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Amenities for 3205 8th Street

Apartment Amenities

New FlooringWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite Coin Operated LaundryOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Close to Schools
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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HomeApartments in Marion 3205 8th Street

Introducing our 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located in Marion, IA. This cozy unit features brand new flooring throughout, creating a fresh and modern living space. Conveniently situated near LinMar Schools, this apartment is perfect for those looking for a convenient location. Enjoy the ease of onsite coin-operated laundry and off-street parking, making daily tasks a breeze. Don't miss out on this opportunity to call this charming apartment home! Renters Insurance Required www spirepropertymgmt com


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 3205 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3205 8th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 3205 8th Street
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 3205 8th Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
3205 8th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to schools. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3205 8th Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
3205 8th Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 3205 8th Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 3205 8th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Marion

2-bedroom apartments at 3205 8th Street cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Marion.

Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Marion
A table of studio rental data trends in Marion
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$910
November 2023$842
December 2023$805
January 2024$792
February 2024$624
March 2024$661
April 2024$710
May 2024$738
June 2024$705
July 2024$751
August 2024$863
September 2024$888
October 2024$525
November 2024$634
December 2024$593
February 2025$715
March 2025$715
April 2025$770
May 2025$906
June 2025$772
July 2025$787
August 2025$626
September 2025$517
October 2025$515

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$27,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $695.
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Schools near 3205 8th Street

Novak Elementary School

401 29th ave

marion, IA, 52302

PK, K-4Public
B

Indian Creek Elementary School

2900 indian creek rd

marion, IA, 52302

K-4Public
A-

Wilkins Elementary School

2127 27th st

marion, IA, 52302

PK, K-4Public
B+

Bowman Woods Elementary School

151 boyson rd ne

cedar rapids, IA, 52402

PK, K-4Public
B+

Echo Hill Elementary School

400 echo hill rd

marion, IA, 52302

PK, K-4Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Marion near 3205 8th St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3205 8th St, Marion

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 3205 8th St

Walmart Supercenter
5491 Business Highway 151
Hy-Vee
3600 Business Highway 151
Fareway
3300 10th Ave
Iowa Quality Center
5001 1st Ave SE
Hy-Vee Drugstore
505 Boyson Rd NE

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