Vacant Land for sale in Marathon, Florida

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Discover the potential for your dream Florida Keys home on vacant land in Marathon. Choose from waterfront or non-waterfront lots for sale. Remember, all vacant lots in the Florida Keys require BPAS or ROGO for building allocations. Visit our building page to learn more about this process.

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When purchasing a building allocation in Marathon, Florida, please note the $40,000 transfer fee. In addition, sellers typically require buyers to cover all closing costs and commissions.

For example, on a $200,000 building allocation, expect total costs around $275,000.

We’re happy to provide a breakdown upon request, as each allocation varies. Rest assured, we’ll always strive to find you the most affordable option.

Here are answers to common questions about vacant land in the Florida Keys:

1. Can I build on my vacant lot?

You cannot build a home on your vacant lot without first obtaining a building allocation. For more information, please visit our building page.

2. Can I put my RV on the lot until I am ready to build?

No, zoning regulations in Marathon do not permit RVs on vacant lots. RVs are typically allowed in designated areas such as parks.

3. Can I add a dock to a vacant lot and just leave my boat there?

No, you cannot build a dock on a vacant lot without either having a home on the lot or obtaining a permit to build one.

4. Can I live in my RV while I am building my home?

No, living in an RV during the home-building process is not allowed.

5. Why are these lots so cheap?

Vacant lots priced significantly lower than others may be ROGO lots, primarily used for acquiring points. Building on these lots is typically not permitted. If it’s a buildable lot being sold for ROGO points, obtaining a permit for it will likely be very limited.

For explanations of terms like ROGO, Building Allocation, BPAS, Transferable Building Allocation (TBR), and ROGO Exempt, visit our building page.

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