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Marathon, FL Neighborhood Guides

Learn about our featured Marathon, FL luxury communities. Check each area to get detailed information on each neighborhood and lifestyle. Feel free to contact us for any real estate questions.

Overview

Luxury Homes for Sale in Marathon, Florida Keys, Florida

Marathon is a family-friendly island community known as the “Heart of the Florida Keys.”

Located halfway between Key West and Key Largo, Marathon is a maritime friendly city with a rich fishing tradition that has been passed down through the generations. Home to many “conchs,” it is a community known for taking pride in everything related to being near or on the water. Many Marathon Florida Keys homes for sale are waterfront and include dockage, allowing for easy access to unlimited water adventures. Luxury homebuyers looking for effortless travel into the Keys love the Middle Keys for the convenience of the Florida Keys Marathon International Airport, which predominately services private aviation. Give me a call today and I’m happy to discuss homes for sale in Marathon, Florida Keys. I offer homebuyers scheduled viewings, tours and an easy home-buying experience.

WATERSIDE LIFESTYLE: Homes for sale in Marathon, Florida Keys, offer a vast array of activities for those seeking aquatic adventures, including world-class flats, backcountry and deep-water fishing opportunities. The Middle Keys also present the opportunity to live near some of the best wreck diving and snorkeling sites in all of Florida. There is never a dull moment on the water. During the winter, anglers are on the hunt for offshore billfish and tuna. As the waters heat up in the spring, so does the tarpon fishing. And come summer, here come the mahi-mahi. For homebuyers looking to live this exciting and fun lifestyle, homes for sale, Florida Keys Marathon may be what you’re looking for.

RETAIL AREAS: When considering Florida Keys homes for sale, Marathon you don’t have to worry about missing out on shopping opportunities. What the island is lacking in national chain and big box stores, it certainly makes up for with family-owned businesses and restaurants. The shopping experiences are endless. From quaint clothing and jewelry boutiques to book shops, organic food cafes and pet stores, and of course, the prerequisite tackle and marine shops, there is plenty of retail therapy for every member of the household.

CALM COMMUNITY: Homes for sale Marathon Florida Keys gives homebuyers the chance to enjoy a low-key lifestyle, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. With fresh salt breezes, colorful sunsets and star filled night skies, there is no doubt you will find serenity. The laidback community is perfect for those seeking a slower pace of life, a small-town close-knit vibe, where there is time to chat with neighbors. The family friendly environment is ideal for those looking to raise their family and equally ideal for those looking to escape.

Market Overview

Marathon, FL Real Estate Information

Median Listing Price

$1,300,000

Median Price Per Sq Ft

$838

Average Days on Market

123

Median Price of Sold Homes

$1,200,000

Home Ownership Percentage

51.4%

Median Rent

$1,332

Homes in Marathon, FL

10 Real Estate Facts About Homes for Sale in Marathon, Florida Keys

  • Most expensive Marathon Key property for sale in 2022 sold for $12,200,000
  • Most expensive condo in 2022 sold for $1,175,000
  • Most expensive vacant land transaction in 2022 was $9,300,000
  • 16,000 sqft was the largest size single-family home sold in 2022
  • 2,440 sqft was the largest size condo sold in 2022
  • Least expensive Marathon property for sale in 2022 sold for $65,000
  • Least expensive condo in 2022 sold for $275,000
  • Least expensive vacant land transaction in 2022 was $130,000 (no building right)
  • 543 sqft was smallest size single-family home transaction in 2022
  • 425 sqft was smallest size condo transaction in 2022

 

On the map

Marathon, FL Neighborhoods Map

Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, Marathon is located between Mile Markers 47-60 on U.S. Route 1, also known as Overseas Highway, in Monroe County, Florida. Set on 13 islands, Marathon stretches from Tom’s Harbor Channel Bridge to the world famous Seven Mile Bridge and is just over an hour drive to Key West to the south and Key Largo to the north.

a drawn out map of Marathon Florida
Marathon, FL Map

Marathon, FL Interactive Map

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As your dedicated real estate partner, I will provide a well-executed and enjoyable experience. I draw on my professional work ethic, expert industry knowledge, and genuine love for what I do to help my clients achieve their real estate goals. If you are ready to buy, sell, or invest in the Keys, you need an informed, trusted and determined real estate partner who knows the landscape and has an outstanding network of contacts. I’ll focus on understanding your needs; then, I’ll confidently guide you to the opportunities that are right for you.

Meet the locals

Who Lives in Marathon, FL

Population

9,967

Median Age

48.5

Median Household Income

$87,923

Households

3,879

Household size

2.24

Cost of living

135.1

Entertainment

Things to do in Marathon, FL

7 Mile Grill

This casual dockside eatery has been serving delicious seafood dishes since 1954, located Bay side, you can go by boat.

Overseas Pub & Grill

This casual dockside eatery has been serving delicious seafood dishes since 1954, located Bay side, you can go by boat.

Crane Point Hammock

This nature-focused complex houses a natural history museum, birding, butterfly gardens, a bird rescue center, fish pedicures and nature trails.

Marathon Cinema

Light snacks, beer and wine are offered at private tables in this intimate first-run movie theater.

Schools

Schools in Marathon, FL

SchoolGradesAdmission
Stanley Switlik Elementary SchoolK - 5Public
Marathon High School6 - 12Public