Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marathon, IA from $400 (31 Rentals)
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401-403 S 15th St

Woodland Park - Manson

419 W Cedar St

414 N 9th St
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656 Summit Dr

2002 4th Ave S

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

528 N Grant St

Park View Apartments
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808 Hills Ave

Deer Creek Apartments
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1495 17th St SW

422 8th Ave

226 Hawkeye Ave
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206 W 4th St

521 W High St
Marathon, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marathon?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Marathon Studio Apartments | $929 | $495 | $1,390 |
Marathon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $925 | $595 | $1,500 |
Marathon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $695 | $1,700 |
Marathon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,235 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Marathon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marathon, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $500. Woodland Park - Manson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marathon apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $500 |
Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Park View Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Okabena Tower 40+ | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
Seneca Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Cypress Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $906 |
River Bluff Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marathon, IA and Nearby
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marathon area is the $0.67 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at River Bluff Townhomes in the starting from $950. The second greatest value Marathon apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Eagle Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,015 with a $0.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Marathon apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Bluff Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.67 |
Eagle Ridge Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.75 |
Hillcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
301 Buena Vista Street, Unit 4 | 301 Buena Vista Street | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Seneca Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
214 S 21st St, Unit 1 | 214 S 21st St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Getting Around Marathon, IA
Walk Score®
9 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marathon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marathon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marathon Apartment is $600 at Woodland Park - Manson.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marathon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marathon is starting from $500 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Marathon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Marathon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Bluff Townhomes and starts from $950.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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