$514,000
SOLD OCT 28, 2025

61 E Cemetery Rd Fairfax, IA 52228

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,020 Sq Ft
45,302 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$170 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.04 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Prairie Ridge Elementary School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2025

FAIRFAX IN TOWN ACREAGE – 5 BEDROOM 3.5 BATH. Experience refined living in this beautifully reimagined ranch estate, set on over an acre of pristine land with sweeping views of your private back yard with timberline and creek views. Located in College Community School District with bus stop in front of home! Since 2024, the lower level has been completely remodeled, now featuring an expanded layout with window wells, a spacious new family room, and the addition of a fifth conforming bedroom, perfect for guests or multigenerational living. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings, wood-look tile plank floors, and walls of natural light create an inviting, open-concept design. The chef’s kitchen boasts dark cabinetry, a striking subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and an oversized granite island with seating for gatherings of any size. Adjacent spaces include a walk-in pantry, drop zone with sliding barn doors, and a half-bath/laundry combo. The luxurious primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with cultured marble vanities, dual sinks, glass-enclosed tile shower, and walk-in closet. Additional bedrooms feature large closets and upgraded baths with granite finishes. The remodeled lower-level impresses with a spacious home office, media/TV area, full bath, storage, and two conforming bedrooms. Outdoors, enjoy mature landscaping, a multi-tiered deck, chain-link fencing, paved walkways, and a generous garden space. The property also highlights exceptional garage amenities: a spacious attached garage plus a bonus detached oversized garage with a 10’x16’ overhead door, ideal for hobbyists, boats, or oversized vehicles. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to blend elegance, function, and comfort. This home offers the rare combination of small-town serenity with easy access to Corridor conveniences.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Guckenberger

Key Realty Listed on: 09/23/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Nolan

RE/MAX CONCEPTS

RE/MAX CONCEPTS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,705

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wired For Sound
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Schools

  • College Comm Elementary And Middle School
  • College Comm High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Well

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 1.04 Acre Lot
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 200940100500000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,705

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

1.04 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Acreage, City Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.04
  • Reso Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Co List Office Phone: 319-210-3533
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: HWY 151 TO 80TH ST - FT TO E CEMETERY RD, ON THE RT
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1730.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Reso Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Sound
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoRoomType: Family Room, Great Room
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Gas, Great Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1290.0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Four or more Spaces, Garage

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: College Comm
  • High School: College Comm
  • Middle Or Junior School: College Comm

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 45302
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 200940100500000

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6705.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 23, 2025
Closed on
Dec 7, 2025
Sold by
Smith Brenton and Smith Christina
Bought by
Summerwill Joint Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Cindy Guckenberger
Key Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Nolan
RE/MAX CONCEPTS
List Price
$539,950
Sold Price
$514,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,950
-4.81%
Views
84
Current Estimated Value
$513,858

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$142
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.07%
Original Mortgage
$411,200
Outstanding Balance
$411,200
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$102,658

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2024
Closed on
May 30, 2024
Sold by
Frey Jarrell D and Frey Cindy L
Bought by
Smith Brenton and Smith Christina
Seller's Agent
Debra Callahan
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Doris Ackerman
Keller Williams Advantage
List Price
$490,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.04%
Views
3

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.99%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
7.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2000
Sold by
Jacobs Todd I and Jacobs Dena D
Bought by
Frey Jarrell D and Frey Cindy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
8.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $514,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $500,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $194,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $411,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $400,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $130,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/29/2025 10/29/25 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2025 10/28/25 Sold $514,000 -3.0% $170 / Sq Ft
10/12/2025 10/12/25 Price Changed $529,950 -1.9% $175 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 For Sale $539,950 +8.0% $179 / Sq Ft
06/04/2024 06/04/24 Sold $500,000 +2.0% $165 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/07/2024 05/07/24 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2024 05/07/24 For Sale $490,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,760 $435,500 $50,200 $385,300
2024 $5,758 $393,100 $50,200 $342,900
2023 $5,758 $393,100 $50,200 $342,900
2022 $5,672 $334,200 $50,200 $284,000
2021 $5,288 $334,200 $50,200 $284,000
2020 $5,288 $296,300 $50,200 $246,100
2019 $4,894 $276,400 $50,200 $226,200
2018 $4,694 $276,400 $50,200 $226,200
2017 $4,590 $259,800 $50,200 $209,600
2016 $4,590 $259,800 $50,200 $209,600
2015 $4,540 $259,800 $50,200 $209,600
2014 $4,388 $259,800 $50,200 $209,600
2013 $4,166 $259,800 $50,200 $209,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2508066

Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 20094-01005-00000

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