811 S 5th St, Fairfield, IA, 52556
About This Home
This adorable three bedroom, one bath starter home sits on a spacious corner lot and is bursting with affordability and coziness. The main floor features a bright living room, three bedrooms, and a large kitchen with an adjoining dining area. Enjoy the bathroom built-ins, some new lighting, and a move-in-ready feel. Looking for extra space? You will enjoy the family room off the back, which includes an adjacent small room ideal for a home office, hobby space, or walk-in storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced deck, a backyard fire pit, and a handy storage shed. Note: Property is being sold as is. Don't miss this chance to own your first home, downsize, or run a short/mid-term rental in a great location!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Construction materials: Wood,Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range Or Oven,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Other,Primary On Main Level
- Flooring: Wood,Vinyl
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,068
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,068
- Total interior livable area: 1,068 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0635237006
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Lot size: 6,534 sqft
- Features: Less Than Half Acre,Corner Lot,Level
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 132
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
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
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Hail
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $551 | $6,612 |
| Home Insurance * | $103 | $1,236 |
| Property Taxes | $146 | $1,752 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $921 | $11,052 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | Price change | $115,000 |
| 2026-03-11 | Listed for sale | $119,000 |
| 2022-02-25 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-11-27 | Pending sale | $115,000 |
| 2021-11-04 | Price change | $115,000 |
| 2021-10-29 | Listed for sale | $122,500 |
| 2016-11-09 | Sold | $35,000 |
| 2007-08-13 | Sold | $55,000 |
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