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5 West Street, Fairfield, ME, 04937

4beds
1baths
1,218sqft
$150,000
$123price/sqft
$1,358/moest. monthly cost
$54,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this well-maintained lovingly cared for home by one owner since 1985. This spacious two-story residence offers 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and is move-in ready, making it an excellent opportunity for families, first-time buyers, or anyone looking for a home with lasting quality and convenience. Situated on a beautifully landscaped 0.14-acre lot, the property features inviting outdoor spaces, including a dual level deck perfect for entertaining and a cozy fire pit for relaxing evenings. A 144-square-foot mudroom provides a practical transition space with plenty of room for coats, shoes, and everyday storage. Additional features include a one-car garage with storage above, as well as a detached shed for tools, lawn equipment, or seasonal items. Conveniently located less than 3 miles from major department stores, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this home also offers the advantage of being less than a five-minute walk to the local high school. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate having several large lakes within 15 miles, providing easy access to boating, fishing, swimming, and year-round recreation. With its combination of thoughtful upkeep, functional space, attractive outdoor features, and an ideal location, this home is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your showing today and see everything this charming property has to offer!

Getting Around

41
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
40
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Benton Elementary SchoolGrades K-61.4 mi
2/10
Lawrence Jr High SchoolGrades 7-80.4 mi
3/10
Lawrence High SchoolGrades 9-120.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1900

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Metal,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: New Englander
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished

Bedroom1

  • Level: Second

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Attic,Bathtub,Shower,Storage
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Linoleum
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,218

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Hot Water,Zoned
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,218
  • Total interior livable area: 1,218 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: FAIDM024L156
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Other equipment: Cable,Internet Access Available

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,098 sqft
  • Features: City Lot,Corner Lot,Level,Landscaped

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Paved,1 - 4 Spaces,On Site,Garage Door Opener,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Ice Storm
Lightning
Hurricane
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $758$9,096
Home Insurance $83$996
Property Taxes $273$3,276
Electricity $244$2,930
Total$1,358$16,296

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$46,560/yr
40% on housing$40,740/yr
45% on housing$36,213/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.9%
10.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.7%
7.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -3.0%
-3.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$123This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 04937$152
Somerset County$140

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 04937
Somerset County$148

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-02Listed for sale$150,000
2026-08-01Pending sale$150,000
2026-07-30Price change$150,000
2026-07-22Listed for sale$158,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentShawn Knox
BrokerageEXP Realty

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