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Trailside Gardens
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Trailside Gardens

345 Marion Blvd, Marion, IA 52302 View map
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Overview of 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.

Facility Direct Line (319) 379-4001
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #94 / 222Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 94th out of 222 independent living communities 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 compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info 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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Summit Pointe Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Marion
178
Facility 178
IA AVG 76
Rank #4 / 165
Yes
89
Facility 89
IA AVG 43
Rank #8 / 222
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7
Facility 7
IA AVG 15
Rank #81 / 131
52.2%
Facility 52.2%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #90 / 154
-6
4
Facility 4
IA AVG 6
Rank #77 / 155
Linn Manor Care Center
IL
NH
SNF
Marion
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 76
Rank #144 / 165
No
89
Facility 89
IA AVG 43
Rank #8 / 222
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92.1%
Facility 92.1%
IA AVG 63.2%
Rank #20 / 154
-22
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 6
Rank #140 / 155
Trailside Gardens
IL
Marion-No
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 43
Rank #94 / 222
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
The Villages at Marion
IL
Marion-No
63
Facility 63
IA AVG 43
Rank #49 / 222
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
28
Facility 28
IA AVG 15
Rank #15 / 131
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa

Trailside Gardens is located in Marion, Iowa.
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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Frequently Asked Questions about Trailside Gardens

Is Trailside Gardens in a walkable area?

Trailside Gardens has a walk score of 49. Car-dependent. 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?

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What levels of care does Trailside Gardens provide?

Trailside Gardens offers Independent Living.

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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