Why Live in South Marion
South Marion is a neighborhood featuring narrow streets lined with historic Nationals from the early 1900s, bungalows, and Cape Cods. The homes, priced between $50,000 and $150,000, are generally in better condition than those closer to downtown. The area lacks park space, but residents can visit the nearby Marion Splash House for summer activities like a wave pool and lazy river. Matter Park, a short drive away, offers manicured butterfly and wildflower gardens, tennis and pickleball courts, and playgrounds. Western Avenue, on the neighborhood's western edge, is home to supermarkets like Aldi, Meijer, and Walmart, as well as dining options such as Casa Brava Authentic Mexican Cuisine and The Abbey Coffee Co, a popular spot for students. Annual events include the Marion Fall Festival at Matter Park and the Fly In Cruise In at Marion Municipal Airport. For transportation, residents can reach downtown Marion via Nebraska and Adams streets, 2.5 miles away, and Indianapolis International Airport is 80 miles south. Indiana Wesleyan University, a large private Christian university, is located nearby.