Historic adobe home on one acre in Marathon, Texas. Built in the early 1900s, this two-bedroom, one-bath property features thick adobe walls, colorful Southwestern interiors, handcrafted woodwork, and warm natural light throughout. The kitchen and dining areas offer classic charm, while the cozy living spaces and serene bedrooms reflect true West Texas character. A screened porch provides a peaceful spot to enjoy Marathon’s famed dark skies. The one-acre lot includes native cactus, mature trees, and room to expand. Located in the heart of Marathon—an artistic, welcoming community and gateway to Big Bend—this home offers quiet streets, stunning views, and easy access to local cafés, the historic Gage Hotel, and endless outdoor recreation.
For sale
$315,000
207 S 5th St, Marathon, TX 79842
2beds
1,405sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
1 Acres Lot
$304,800 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 27 days
- 279
- 8
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dee Simpson TREC #0553622 281-330-7219,
Ethos Property Management, LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 24040734
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10x12
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,405
- Total interior livable area: 1,405 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Subdivided, 1 Up to 2 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 23941
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hess
Location
- Region: Marathon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $131,680
- Annual tax amount: $1,579
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
Estimated market value
$304,800
$290,000 - $320,000
$1,244/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $315,000+200%$224/sqft |
Source:  HAR #24040734 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2018 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2018 | Price change | $105,000-11.8%$75/sqft |
Source: Odessa Board of REALTORS #107032 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2018 | Price change | $119,000-7.8%$85/sqft |
Source: Odessa Board of REALTORS #107032 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $129,000$92/sqft |
Source: Odessa Board of REALTORS #107032 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,579 -8.1% | $131,680 -10.3% |
| 2024 | $1,719 +4.9% | $146,814 +11.5% |
| 2023 | $1,639 +9.6% | $131,680 +25.2% |
| 2022 | $1,496 +8.2% | $105,199 +14.2% |
| 2021 | $1,383 | $92,142 +14.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $80,763 |
| 2019 | -- | $80,763 |
| 2018 | -- | $80,763 +4.8% |
| 2017 | -- | $77,085 -1.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $78,556 +9.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $71,914 +46.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $49,232 +30.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $37,679 |
| 2011 | -- | $37,679 |
| 2010 | -- | $37,679 |
| 2009 | -- | $37,679 |
| 2008 | -- | $37,679 +55.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $24,249 |
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Neighborhood: 79842
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Marathon Indpendent School Dist
- Middle: Marathon School
- High: Marathon Indpendent School Dist
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
