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    501 E Lowe Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556

    3beds
    1,584sqft
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    $1,384/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    0.26 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $119/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomExtra loft spaceSpacious corner lotMature treesBeautiful vaulted ceilingsUpdated kitchenDetached one-car garage
    Charming, character-filled home on a spacious corner lot! From the inviting covered porch to the beautiful decorative woodwork inside and out, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers wonderful architectural detail and a warm, distinctive feel. Mature trees, raised garden beds, a brick patio and detached one-car garage add to the appeal of the generous outdoor space. The main level features an updated kitchen, formal dining room, comfortable living room, and convenient mudroom/laundry. Also on the main floor is a bedroom with an en-suite 3/4 bath and its own exterior entrance directly from the porch—creating intriguing possibilities for a private guest suite, home office, or potential efficiency-style rental space. Upstairs, you’ll find a second living area with wood stove along with two additional bedrooms and extra loft space, all featuring beautiful vaulted ceilings, plus a full bath. With its flexible floor plan, abundant character, mature setting and charming architectural details, this is a home that truly stands apart!
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    Listed by:

    Michaela McLain 641-451-1595,

    Village Realty

    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6341525MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Partial
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,584 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      Lot
      • Size: 0.26 Acres
      • Dimensions: 80 x 140
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0625255003

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      Condition
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: TEMPLE & BICKFORDS
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Fairfield

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $119/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $218,700
      • Annual tax amount: $3,276
      • Date on market: 8/12/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 3 days

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/12/2026Listed for sale$189,000+42.1%$119/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6341525 Report a problem
        3/12/2012Sold$133,000-4.9%$84/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5368923 Report a problem
        12/1/2011Price change$139,900+1%$88/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Hayes-Heartland #14261 Report a problem
        9/27/2011Listed for sale$138,500-2.5%$87/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Hayes-Heartland #14261 Report a problem
        6/2/2011Listing removed$142,000$90/sqft
        Source: Hayes-Heartland #14261 Report a problem
        2/24/2011Listed for sale$142,000$90/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Hayes-Heartland #14261 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,276 +4.9%$218,700 +21.5%
        2024$3,124 +15.6%$180,000
        2023$2,702 +2.3%$180,000 +29.2%
        2022$2,642 -0.2%$139,300
        2021$2,646 +1.3%$139,300 +4.5%
        2020$2,612 -5.8%$133,300
        2019$2,772 +4.5%$133,300 +1.7%
        2018$2,652 +1.3%$131,100 +3.1%
        2017$2,618 +9.4%$127,100
        2016$2,392 $127,100 +11.1%
        2015$2,392 $114,400
        2014$2,392 +0.1%$114,400
        2013$2,390 +6.3%--
        2012$2,248 +8.8%--
        2011$2,066 +5.6%--
        2010$1,956 +12.8%--
        2009$1,734 +4.2%--
        2008$1,664 +6.4%--
        2007$1,564 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 52556

        Getting around

        61 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        63 / 100
        Bikeable

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