For sale

$135,000

Est. $1,035/mo —

•

1,120

sq ft

305 W Monroe Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556

About this home

Welcome to 305 W Monroe Street, a charming Fairfield home offering classic character with fresh updates throughout. The newly remodeled kitchen provides an inviting, refreshed space, while fresh paint throughout several rooms gives the home a clean and updated feel. Beautiful original woodwork and built-ins add warmth and character to the living spaces. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, the home offers a comfortable layout with plenty of natural light. The upper level provides a private bedroom retreat with additional space for storage, while the main living areas offer plenty of room to gather and relax. Conveniently located near the heart of Fairfield, this home blends timeless details with thoughtful improvements.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

6,098 sq ftLot Size

$121Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Kandi Diers • Rock Creek Real Estate, LLC

Listing updated: Sep 11, 2026 at 08:03pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:IAR #6342532

Payment calculator

$1,035 per month

Principal and interest$755

Property taxes

$198

HOA dues

Home insurance

$82

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Pence Elementary School

Public 2-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi

4/10

Fairfield Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Fairfield High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

305 W Monroe Ave · $135,000

Strong offer

$135K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $135K+ is a strong offer

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The average home goes pending in 57 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 9% below list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Basement

Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 three-quarter bathroom

Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating

Sale and tax history for 305 W Monroe Ave

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

IAR #6342532

Sep 9, 2026

Listed

$135,000

$121/sq ft

IAR #5390598

Apr 14, 2016

Sold

$87,000

$78/sq ft

Dec 30, 2015

Listed

$93,900

$84/sq ft

+17

Very charming, well maintained house with lots of windows and light. Master suite on upper story with walk-in closet and attached bath. Built-ins in dining room/living and nice woodwork throughout. New siding, newer furnace, central air and humidifier, upgraded wiring, and newer roof. Includes appliances. Detached 2 car garage off alley. A great place to call home. Call your realtor today to view this home.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,946 (+5.0%)

$6,300 + $129,600

$135,900

2024

$1,854 (+12.0%)

$6,300 + $129,600

$135,900

2023

$1,656 (+2.3%)

$6,300 + $104,800

$111,100

2022

$1,618 (+0.2%)

$6,300 + $104,800

$111,100

2021

$1,614 (+1.4%)

$6,300 + $82,500

$88,800

2020

$1,592 (−5.5%)

$6,300 + $82,500

$88,800

2019

$1,684 (+4.6%)

$6,300 + $78,400

$84,700

2018

$1,610 (−15.0%)

$6,300 + $78,400

$84,700

2017

$1,894 (−8.7%)

$6,700 + $76,300

$83,000

2016

$2,074 (+10.8%)

$7,100 + $87,200

$94,300

2014

$1,872 (+15.8%)

$7,100 + $87,200

$94,300

2013

$1,616

$6,300 + $76,300

$82,600

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

45 ft.

Lot depth

132 ft.

Lot size

5,940 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1930

Finished Sq. Ft.

952

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

952

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jefferson County

APN

0636101010

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Nov 7, 2025.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 107° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Fairfield, IA • 52556

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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May

Jun

Jul

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Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

78/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.1 hrs

5.6 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 305 W Monroe Ave

We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.

Nearby homes have recently sold between $115,000 and $215,000.

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $115K to $215K.

SOLD OCT 30, 2025
$145,000 Last sold price
3 beds1 bath1,192 sq ft
611 S 2nd St, Fairfield, IA 52556
$1/sq ft
20 years older
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$215,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,120 sq ft
713 W Taylor Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556
$71/sq ft
larger lot
28 years newer
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$123,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath828 sq ft
611 W Monroe Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556
$28/sq ft
larger lot
50 years older
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$180,000 Last sold price
4 beds2 baths1,696 sq ft
606 S 3rd St, Fairfield, IA 52556
$15/sq ft
smaller lot
30 years older
SOLD NOV 4, 2025
$115,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath1,216 sq ft
902 W Burlington Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556
$26/sq ft
larger lot
25 years newer
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$164,000 Last sold price
3 beds1 bath1,320 sq ft
1109 S 7th St, Fairfield, IA 52556
$3/sq ft
larger lot
25 years newer

Contact listing agent

Kandi Diers

Rock Creek Real Estate, LLC

641-919-7498

kandidiers@hotmail.com

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