Trailside Gardens
Trailside Gardens
Trailside Gardens, previously known as The Villages at Marion, is an affordable independent living community in Marion, IA, that features thoughtfully furnished accommodations. The community strives to provide older adults with a home away from home, especially with its cozy floor plans. Recreational activities, meal plans, and maintenance services are also provided, so residents can maintain their independence with ease. With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, the community ensures affordability while maintaining high standards.
Board games, chair exercises, and holiday celebrations are just some of the activities prepared for residents’ leisure and wellness. A spacious dining room and lively gathering spaces also ensure residents can freely interact with their friends. With its beautiful setting near Thomas Park and easy access to public transportation, residents are guaranteed a convenient and laid-back retirement. This independent living community is a trusted choice for senior living in Iowa, as it has affordable living spaces and dedicated activities that aim to help older adults live comfortably in their later years.
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #232 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 232nd out of 504 homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Places of interest near Trailside Gardens
0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Marion's city center to Trailside Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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| Summit Pointe Senior Living | IL AL MC | Marion | 178
Facility
178
IA AVG
72
Rank
#6 / 403 | Yes |
89
Facility
89
IA AVG
47
Rank
#17 / 504 | - | 7
Facility
7
IA AVG
19
Rank
#211 / 285 | 52.2% | - | 6 | 4
Facility
4
IA AVG
7
Rank
#121 / 295 |
| Linn Manor Care Center | IL NH SNF | Marion | 38
Facility
38
IA AVG
72
Rank
#350 / 403 | No |
89
Facility
89
IA AVG
47
Rank
#17 / 504 | - | - | 92.1% | - | 22 | 13
Facility
13
IA AVG
7
Rank
#257 / 295 |
| Trailside Gardens | IL | Marion | - | No |
49
Facility
49
IA AVG
47
Rank
#232 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Villages at Marion | IL | Marion | - | No |
63
Facility
63
IA AVG
47
Rank
#134 / 504 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 28
Facility
28
IA AVG
19
Rank
#52 / 285 | - | A+ | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa
Trailside Gardens is located in Marion, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Trailside Gardens
Is Trailside Gardens in a walkable area?
Trailside Gardens has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Trailside Gardens?
No, Trailside Gardens has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of Trailside Gardens?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Trailside Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Trailside Gardens?
Trailside Gardens is located at 345 Marion Blvd, Marion, IA 52302.
What is the phone number of Trailside Gardens?
(319) 379-4001 will put you in contact with the team at Trailside Gardens.
Does Trailside Gardens provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Trailside Gardens is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.
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