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Marathon, TX 79842

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$15,750,000

2,536 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 80,888 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Other Residential
    Property type

  • $6,210.57
    Price per square foot

  • 21-30 Years Old
    Age

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Tesnus, derived from spelling "Sunset" backward, was founded in 1882 as a railroad town within Gage Ranch. Located 45 min. from Marathon & recently a part of the Brewster Ranch, Tesnus Ranch has a rich history & spans 19,814 acres, framed by the House Top Mountains & Shely Peaks Mesa. This secluded ranch offers diverse habitats ranging from desert grasslands to wooded canyons, ideal for cattle ranching & hunting. The ranch offers a modern home, outbuildings, & extensive water system with wells, pumps, & reservoirs. The landscape features majestic limestone valleys, towering mountains, & stunning views of Mexico s Sierra del Carmens as well as Big Bend National Park. Wildlife is abundant, including elk, mule deer, aoudad, mountain lion & black bear. The Chihuahuan Desert environment creates a diverse habitat of bird species such as blue quail, mourning & white-winged dove. Maxon Creek & Alamo Creek cross this ranch creating vegetated riparian areas. Elevations from 3,761-4,850 ft.
MLS# 7395099

Courtesy Of Compass RE Texas, LLC

(832) 899-4788

Property Features

  • Age
    21-30 Years Old
  • Appliances
    Range
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Exterior Type
    Stucco
  • Lot Size
    19,814 Acres
  • View Type
    Panorama

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  • Principle and Interest
    $80,888
  • Property Taxes
    $0
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
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    $80,888

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Local area information for Marathon, TX 79842

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Marathon, TX 79842

This community’s employment is highest in the food and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

93° June
Hottest Average Month
31° January
Coldest Average Month
74 Total Households in Area
-5.6% Increase in population since the year 2010
40.4%
of households
have children
17 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Marathon, TX 79842

Marathon, TX 79842 has a population of 154 people in 74 households with a median age of 47.4 years old.

-5.6%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
73
Total households as of 2010
8.1%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 47.4 years old. The smallest percentage group is 65-74 years and the largest percentage is the 0-5 years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 41%
Other 13%
Native American 1%
Asian <1%
Black <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 67%, followed by Hispanic at 41%, Other at 13%, and Native American at 1%.

Economics
for Marathon, TX 79842

0 /sq mi
Population Density
$64,815 /yr
Median Household Income
$0
Median Sales Price
17 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $75-99,999k representing 31.91% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 55%
  • Walk or Bike 34%
  • Work from Home 12%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Vacant 59 45%
Owned 51 39%
Rented 23 17%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 85%
Blue Collar 15%

Family & Education Facts
for Marathon, TX 79842

47.4 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.1
persons per
household

34.5%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Graduate Degree 22%
Associates Degree 21%
Bachelors Degree 19%
Some High School 15%
Some College 12%
High School Graduate 11%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Graduate Degree, representing 21.94% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
40.4% of households have children

Weather
for Marathon, TX 79842

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 93° F in June to a low of 31° F in January

93° June
Hottest Average Month
31° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
31°
62°
Feb
34°
66°
Mar
40°
74°
Apr
49°
82°
May
57°
89°
Jun
65°
93°
Jul
67°
93°
Aug
66°
92°
Sep
60°
87°
Oct
50°
80°
Nov
39°
70°
Dec
33°
63°

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Precipitation

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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