Marion seeks ‘seed funding’ for next stage of affordable housing investment

By: John LohmanRichard Pratt|January 12, 2026

|7 min read

These "before and after" photos of housing rehabilitation projects in Marion were shared with the Marion City Council at their meeting Jan. 6, 2026. CREDIT CITY OF MARION

Armed with a track record of success, Marion city leaders are seeking to continue the city’s momentum on single-family affordable housing renovation and development with a push for $1.5 million in new money from the state.

The Marion Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO), in conjunction with the Housing Fund for Linn County, will be seeking $1.5 million in “seed funding” from the Iowa Economic Development Authority to create a new, ongoing…

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Marion seeks ‘seed funding’ for next stage of affordable housing investment

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