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MARATHON, IA 50565

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Buena Vista County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The MARATHON, IA real estate market (50565) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 174 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 174 days on market compared to 242 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 33.4% year-over-year, from $135,000 to $89,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 381  ·  Density: 3.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,667

Typical home value: $65,647  ·  Homeownership: 92.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$89,900
⇩ 33.4% vs $135,000 last year
Average Price
$89,900
⇩ 69.1% vs $291,333 last year
Days on Market
174
⇩ 28.1% vs 242 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$69
⇩ 21.6% vs $88/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,310 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 174 now vs 242 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $89,900 (-33.4% YoY)
  • Average: $89,900 (-69.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 26.3 miles — 154 listings ($38,950,166 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50565Marathon, IA 505650.0 mi2$167,900$83,950$83,950
50510Albert City, IA 505107.0 mi2$134,890$67,445$67,445
50585Sioux Rapids, IA 505858.1 mi6$1,105,200$202,500$184,200
50592Truesdale, IA 5059213.1 mi1$710,000$710,000$710,000
50593Varina, IA 5059314.9 mi1$319,900$319,900$319,900
50588Storm Lake, IA 5058816.4 mi38$11,948,454$276,000$314,433
50574Pocahontas, IA 5057418.0 mi9$2,312,100$229,500$256,900
50562Mallard, IA 5056219.3 mi1$64,900$64,900$64,900
50540Fonda, IA 5054019.7 mi3$448,500$149,500$149,500
51301Spencer, IA 5130121.6 mi52$10,983,180$167,875$211,215
50536Emmetsburg, IA 5053623.2 mi33$8,258,910$199,900$250,270
51058Sutherland, IA 5105825.3 mi4$2,331,332$346,250$582,833
50571Palmer, IA 5057126.3 mi2$164,900$82,450$82,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MARATHON, IA 50565?

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in MARATHON, IA (zip code 50565), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MARATHON, IA 50565?

The median listing price in MARATHON, IA 50565 is $89,900 as of March 2026, a 33.4% decrease from $135,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MARATHON, IA?

Homes in MARATHON, IA 50565 spend an average of 174 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 242 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MARATHON, IA 50565?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MARATHON, IA 50565 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 174 days on market compared to 242 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MARATHON, IA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MARATHON, IA 50565 save an estimated $1,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $89,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.