The Villages at Marion
The Villages at Marion
The Villages at Marion is an independent living and assisted living community in Marion, Iowa, set about a mile from the city center at 345 Marion Boulevard. The community describes itself as resident centered, with a warm and home like setting built around compassionate, individualized support. With 28 years in operation, it has a long history serving older adults in the area, which can reflect steady experience delivering day to day care. The three story building offers both private and semi private rooms, giving families a couple of options depending on a resident’s needs and budget.
Because The Villages offers both independent living and assisted living, it can suit residents who are largely self sufficient as well as those who need a hand with everyday activities, and it may allow a resident to stay in a familiar place as their needs change over time. Daily life is supported by restaurant style dining with meals served each day, along with fitness and recreation and a schedule of engaging activities. The community also provides personal and scheduled transportation, which helps residents keep up with appointments, errands, and outings without needing to arrange their own rides.
The neighborhood scores 63 out of 100 for walkability, meaning some errands can be handled on foot while others will involve a short drive, and the roughly one mile distance to central Marion keeps shops and services close by. That kind of setting can appeal to residents and visiting family who value an established, convenient location. For families weighing this community, an in person tour is a good way to see the room options, dining, and activity programming firsthand and get a feel for the atmosphere the community emphasizes.
28 years in operation Rank #52 / 285Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 285 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #134 / 504Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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0.9 miles from city center
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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 |
| 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+ | - | - |
| Trailside Gardens | IL | Marion | - | No |
49
Facility
49
IA AVG
47
Rank
#232 / 504 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
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The Villages at Marion is located in Marion, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Villages at Marion
Is The Villages at Marion in a walkable area?
The Villages at Marion has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has The Villages at Marion been in business?
The Villages at Marion has been operating for approximately 28 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Villages at Marion?
No, The Villages at Marion has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of The Villages at Marion?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Villages at Marion in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Villages at Marion?
The Villages at Marion is located at 345 Marion Blvd, Marion, IA 52302.
What is the phone number of The Villages at Marion?
(319) 377-6958 will put you in contact with the team at The Villages at Marion.
Does The Villages at Marion provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — The Villages at Marion 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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