Marion Real Estate
Marion is the second largest city in Linn County with a population of over 41,000 and one of the fastest growing communities in Iowa, with more than 7 percent population growth in the last six years. Located just northeast of Cedar Rapids, Marion offers the convenience of metro amenities with a quieter, community-centered feel.
Marion has earned significant recognition at the state and national level. The city was named 2023 Community of the Year by Community Playmaker and has received the All-Star Community Award from the Iowa League of Cities four times. Marion's Fire Department Headquarters has earned international recognition for its design, including the American Institute of Architects Justice Facilities Review Award and the International Living Future Institute's Stephen R. Kellert Biophilic Design Award. In 2024, the city earned five Voice of the People Awards for excellence in resident-centered decision making. For the past 25 years, based on population and reported crimes, Marion has been one of the safest cities in Iowa.
The city features 15 parks, three golf courses, and a thriving Uptown district designated as an Iowa Main Street District since 2013, with local shops, restaurants, and an annual arts festival. Marion is also a Bird Friendly Iowa Community and has maintained Tree City USA status every year since 1993.
Many Marion residents work at major Cedar Rapids employers including Collins Aerospace, UnityPoint Health St. Luke's, Mercy Medical Center, and Kirkwood Community College, all within a short commute. The Linn-Mar Community School District, one of the fastest growing in Iowa, is headquartered in Marion and is one of the city's largest employers. Freund-Vector Corporation, a global pharmaceutical processing equipment manufacturer, also operates in Marion.
Home options include everything from affordable starter homes to newer construction in growing subdivisions. Marion consistently ranks among the best suburbs in the Cedar Rapids metro area.
Jay Whitaker is a Realtor at Skogman Realty serving Marion and the greater Cedar Rapids area. Contact Jay for a straightforward, no-pressure conversation about buying or selling in Marion.
Marion has earned significant recognition at the state and national level. The city was named 2023 Community of the Year by Community Playmaker and has received the All-Star Community Award from the Iowa League of Cities four times. Marion's Fire Department Headquarters has earned international recognition for its design, including the American Institute of Architects Justice Facilities Review Award and the International Living Future Institute's Stephen R. Kellert Biophilic Design Award. In 2024, the city earned five Voice of the People Awards for excellence in resident-centered decision making. For the past 25 years, based on population and reported crimes, Marion has been one of the safest cities in Iowa.
The city features 15 parks, three golf courses, and a thriving Uptown district designated as an Iowa Main Street District since 2013, with local shops, restaurants, and an annual arts festival. Marion is also a Bird Friendly Iowa Community and has maintained Tree City USA status every year since 1993.
Many Marion residents work at major Cedar Rapids employers including Collins Aerospace, UnityPoint Health St. Luke's, Mercy Medical Center, and Kirkwood Community College, all within a short commute. The Linn-Mar Community School District, one of the fastest growing in Iowa, is headquartered in Marion and is one of the city's largest employers. Freund-Vector Corporation, a global pharmaceutical processing equipment manufacturer, also operates in Marion.
Home options include everything from affordable starter homes to newer construction in growing subdivisions. Marion consistently ranks among the best suburbs in the Cedar Rapids metro area.
Jay Whitaker is a Realtor at Skogman Realty serving Marion and the greater Cedar Rapids area. Contact Jay for a straightforward, no-pressure conversation about buying or selling in Marion.
Most Popular
125 14th Street
$120,000
Most Expensive
6201 Lakeside Road
$2,500,000
Least Expensive
125 14th Street
$120000
Marion Listings Summary
Marion - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Marion: $410,100 / County Avg $357,100
115%
Avg Taxes in Marion: $4,800 / County Avg $4,100
119%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Marion: 2,313 / County Avg 2,070
112%
Avg Price per/sqft in Marion:$177 / County Avg $173
103%
Avg Year Built in Marion: 2000 / County Avg 1989
101%
Avg Days on Website in Marion: 95 / County Avg 89
107%
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All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
