Why rent when you can own this adorable, affordable cottage home! Ideally located close to Chautauqua Park and Fairfield High School, and a very short walk to the town square! This cozy spot has 1 small bedroom with attached 3/4 bath on the main floor, and a loft bedroom with full bathroom upstairs that includes clawfoot tub and separate shower. The sunny kitchen features stainless steel appliances and butcher block counter tops. Off street parking for one car behind the house (accessed from the alley). Includes "just enough" yard space for some gardening if that's your thing - but not enough to be overwhelming! Call today to take a look at this gem!
Adorable Cottage style home with lots of light and charm! This property is a few short blocks to Chautauqua Park where you can hop on the Jefferson County Loop Trail for hiking and biking. Also conveniently located near Fairfield High School and a very close distance to town. The first floor has a cozy Living Room, cute kitchen, and a bedroom with a half bathroom. There is a 2nd bedroom and full bath in the easily accessible enclosed loft area. New water heater 2015, newer appliances, & reverse osmosis drinking water. Fenced in back yard and off street parking area. Must See !!
Public Records
Feb 20, 2018
Sold
$29,500
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 2017
Sold
$59,000
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,346 (+10.0%)
$7,000 + $69,900
$76,900
2025
$1,224 (+4.8%)
$7,000 + $69,900
$76,900
2024
$1,168 (+40.0%)
$7,000 + $69,900
$76,900
2023
$834 (+2.5%)
$7,000 + $56,400
$63,400
2022
$814
$7,000 + $56,400
$63,400
2021
$814 (+1.5%)
$7,000 + $42,100
$49,100
2020
$802 (−19.8%)
$7,000 + $42,100
$49,100
2019
$1,000 (+5.0%)
$7,000 + $40,000
$47,000
2018
$952 (−5.7%)
$7,000 + $40,000
$47,000
2017
$1,010 (+0.6%)
$5,500 + $38,400
$43,900
2016
$1,004 (+56.4%)
$5,800 + $39,900
$45,700
2014
$642 (+2.9%)
$5,800 + $39,900
$45,700
2013
$624
$5,100 + $32,100
$37,200
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
36 ft.
Lot depth
66 ft.
Lot size
2,376 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1900
Finished Sq. Ft.
818
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
818
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
0625433003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 13, 2026.
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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Fairfield, IA • 52556
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.9 hrs
4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 51 S Maple St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $76,500 and $306,300.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $77K to $306K.