Rent to own Homes in Marion, IL

Marion is a surprising little city. It's ideal location along Interstate 57 has turned it into the prime economic force in southern Illinois. In addition to being the main economic hub in the region, Marion is also a great place to live for everything from weather to entertainment amenities and easy access to educational and career opportunities. You may feel like you have it all when you choose to make Marion your home town.

Marion, IL is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $44,929 and a median rent of $728, the Marion, IL rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Marion, IL. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Marion, IL rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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505 S RUSSELL ST
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
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2
1196 ft2
1950
505 N DAVIS ST
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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1945
1 of 5 Carbondale – 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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706 N JAMES ST
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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1943
1 of 5 2106 Meadow Lane
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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1500 ft2
480 GALATIA RD
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Single Family Home
Galatia, IL 62935
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1
1000 ft2
1992
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306 W REED ST
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Benton, IL 62812
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1 of 5 111 S VIOLET LN
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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1979
303 Sanborn, Anna, IL
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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726 W SLOAN ST
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Harrisburg, IL 62946
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1361 ft2
1930
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1 of 26 1805 WREN DR
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Marion, IL 62959
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2365 ft2
2004
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1 of 13 704 S VIRGINIA AVE
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
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1520 ft2
1922
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1 of 29 2805 HICKORY LN
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
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3
3754 ft2
2001
1 of 14 1513 APACHE DR
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
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2
1628 ft2
1999
1 of 9 2 Gordon
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Lake Of Egypt, IL 62959
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2
800 ft2
1 of 36 506 E BROWNING ST
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
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2
1707 ft2
1930
1 of 11 420 Robinwoods Ln
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Tunnel Hill, IL 62972
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1 of 12 890 Robinson Hill Road # 1
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Makanda, IL 62958
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1
866 ft2
2006
1 of 12 890-2 Robinson Hill Rd
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Makanda, IL 62958
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1
866 ft2
2006
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1 of 14 766 S TOWNSHIP LINE RD
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Single Family Home
Thompsonville, IL 62890
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2
1800 ft2
1974
1 of 15 602 E LINDELL ST
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Single Family Home
West Frankfort, IL 62896
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2
2031 ft2
1966
1 of 13 565 Mt. Shelter Rd.
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Vienna, IL 62995
3
2
1456 ft2
2012
1 of 50 1941 S ILLINOIS AVE
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Single Family Home
Carbondale, IL 62903
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4
47000 ft2
1923
1 of 48 510 N OAKLAND AVE
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Single Family Home
Carbondale, IL 62901
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2
1326 ft2
1956
1 of 25 823 W MCGUIRE RD
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Makanda, IL 62958
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3
2610 ft2
1996
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1 of 45 2916 W ALVERIA DR
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Carbondale, IL 62901
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3
3546 ft2
2005
1 of 10 909 FAIRLAND ST
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Single Family Home
Benton, IL 62812
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1
864 ft2
1927
1 of 8 3004 W KENT DR
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Single Family Home
Carbondale, IL 62901
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3
1900 ft2
1973
1 of 10 10956 sunnyside lane
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Benton, IL 62812
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3
2900 ft2
2013
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1 of 25 927 S LAND ST
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Single Family Home
Harrisburg, IL 62946
3
3
1548 ft2
1978
1 of 7 424 W POPLAR ST
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Single Family Home
Harrisburg, IL 62946
4
3
2500 ft2
1 of 26 268 LAKE DR
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Single Family Home
Murphysboro, IL 62966
4
3
2472 ft2
1963
1 of 8 501 W UNION ST
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Single Family Home
Jonesboro, IL 62952
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1
1135 ft2
1922
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3194 NORMANDY RD
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Single Family Home
Karnak, IL 62956
3
2
2000 ft2
1975
1 of 14 709 E TERRACE DR
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Single Family Home
Du Quoin, IL 62832
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1
1205 ft2
1966
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1 of 6 24 S ILLINOIS AVE
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Single Family Home
Du Quoin, IL 62832
2
1
1100 ft2
1923
1 of 5 2805 HIGHLAND ST
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Single Family Home
Eldorado, IL 62930
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1
950 ft2
1950
815 2ND ST
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Single Family Home
Eldorado, IL 62930
3
2
1904 ft2
2002
1 of 14 409 E 9TH ST
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Single Family Home
Metropolis, IL 62960
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1
855 ft2
1923
1 of 31 319 KARBERS RIDGE RD
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Single Family Home
Herod, IL 62947
2
2
1712 ft2
2011
1 of 23 512 E EVERETT ST
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
2
1
1000 ft2
1920
1 of 59 910 W HENDRICKSON ST
Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac
 
Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
3
1
1170 ft2
1949
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608 N MADISON ST
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
2
1
1136 ft2
1930
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600 S HADFIELD ST
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Single Family Home
Marion, IL 62959
3
2
1496 ft2
1960
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Buying a Home in Marion, IL

Marion, IL is seeing rapid growth and Marion, IL's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -42% below the 2024 national average. Marion, IL is part of Williamson county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2024 for county Williamson is 1.38% which is above the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Top 6 Reasons to Live in Marion, IL

Property values are stable! Whether you are looking for rent to own homes or a house for sale, Marion is a great place to live. The stable property values, as shown by a nice rebound according to Neighborhood Scout, make this an outstanding place to buy a home near Kokopelli Golf Course or in the downtown area near Pyramid Park.

Urban amenities with rural views! Although Marion offers some of the best of city living, homes near the Crab Orchard Wildlife Preserve and White Ash are more rural than the rest of the area. They are prime locations if you want a large yard and wildlife for neighbors.

Plenty of entertainment options! Marion has a great deal to offer those looking for a wide variety of entertainment options. Marion is home to the Southern Illinois Miners, a minor league baseball team that plays out of Rent One Stadium. For indoor entertainment, Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center is always a great place to enjoy fresh pizza and play a rousing game of laser tag.

Enjoy unique dining options! It's easy to assume that a city with just over 17,000 residents may lack dining options, but nothing could be further from the truth in Marion. For outstanding steaks and ambiance with a 1920's gangster theme there is The Hideout. If you are looking for something a bit more exotic, check out the Asian Bistro.

Award winning pizza and barbecue! Marion is home to the world famous and multiple award-winning barbecue at 17th Street Bar and Grill. For the tops in local pizza, be sure to stop in at Mackie's Pizza for the Saluki Special and the best thin crust pizza in the area.

A great place for outdoor enthusiasts! There are four distinct seasons in this part of southern Illinois and the winters are typically mild except for a few storms here and there. Summers are generally hot and humid, making it the perfect time for a delicious dip in a swimming pool or lake. Hunting and fishing are very popular in the area, as is hiking. The best local fishing is in the Crab Orchard Wildlife Preserve. For hiking options, explore the nearby Garden of the Gods, Bell Smith Springs and Giant City State Park.