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Is Marathon, IA 50565 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Marathon is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply—Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list103.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market7Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$45▼ −47.5% vs. last year

The Marathon housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Marathon, IA 50565 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 7 days. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (111 days then) and the median sale price fell 16% to $68,720. Overall, Marathon is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Buena Vista County, homes here sell faster, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Alta 51002 (0% sold over asking) or Newell 50568 (0% sold over asking).

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Nearby markets

Albert City 50510 — /sq ftAlta 51002Seller’s market $118 /sq ftNewell 50568Seller’s market $95 /sq ftRembrandt 50576 — /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Marathon real estate

How fast do homes sell in Marathon?

The typical home went under contract in 7 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Marathon sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 103.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Marathon?

About 1.21% of a home’s value a year in Buena Vista County, or roughly $4,840 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Marathon?

The median sale price was $68,720 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $45 per square foot.

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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology