




707 S Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556
About This Home
Spacious and full of character, this striking 5 bedroom, 3 bath historic-style residence offers over 4,000 square feet of above-ground living space on 1.13 acres along picturesque South Main Street lined with iconic mature trees. Featuring fresh exterior paint completed in 2025, dramatic rooflines, oversized windows, and a covered front porch, this home combines timeless architectural charm with expansive everyday living. Inside, soaring 10-foot ceilings, oversized rooms, and abundant natural light create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The front room with built-in bookcases offers flexible use as a living room, office, library, sitting room, or workout space. Multiple connected living areas center around a wood stove fireplace, creating comfortable gathering spaces filled with character. The kitchen features a center island, appliances, and adjoining dining area surrounded by large windows overlooking the spanning backyard and mature trees. Main level laundry, full bath, and mud room with access to the side deck and parking area add convenience. The second level offers 3 spacious bedrooms and full bath, including an expansive owner’s suite with dual closets and a sunken sitting room overlooking the rear yard. The finished third-story attic provides 2 additional bedrooms, bath, gabled ceilings, and excellent storage space. Outside, enjoy the large front yard, circular drive with dual entry points, and spacious outdoor setting rarely found within town.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 4,180
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 4,180 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 5th Berm
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 0636128006
Features
- Levels: Two
Lot
- Lot size: 1.13 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 1.13 acres
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Hail
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
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 | $1,261 | $15,132 |
| Home Insurance * | $237 | $2,844 |
| Property Taxes | $328 | $3,936 |
| Electricity | $311 | $3,741 |
| Total | $2,137 | $25,644 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $259,500 |
| 2020-07-24 | Sold | $189,000 |
| 2020-06-15 | Pending sale | $198,500 |
| 2020-05-30 | Listed for sale | $198,500 |
| 2018-08-27 | Sold | $90,000 |
