The Villages at Marion

The Villages at Marion

Overview of The Villages at Marion

The Villages at Marion offers independent living in Marion, IA. Residents have private living space along with community services, without daily care, so it suits people who manage their everyday personal needs without hands-on assistance.

Housing includes private and semi-private rooms. A private room gives one resident an individual living space, while a semi-private room supports shared living. The home may suit someone seeking independent living with either arrangement. With a Walk Score of 63 out of 100, the area falls in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #15 / 131Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 15th out of 131 independent living communities 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 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.
28 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #49 / 222Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 49th 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.
63 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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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 The Villages at Marion'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
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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Trailside Gardens
IL
Marion-No
49
Facility 49
IA AVG 43
Rank #94 / 222
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----

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

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Iowa

The Villages at Marion is located in Marion, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 The Villages at Marion

Is The Villages at Marion in a walkable area?

The Villages at Marion has a walk score of 63. Somewhat 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 levels of care does The Villages at Marion provide?

The Villages at Marion offers Independent Living.

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.

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