NOT LISTED FOR SALE

908 S Main St Fairfield, IA 52556

Estimated Value: $304,758 - $359,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,353 Sq Ft
$140/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 29, 2016

Last sale price $233,000 $99 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,833/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Building Patio
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry

About This Home

As of August 2016

Attention to detail is evident throughout this superbly built home with beautiful appointments and exquisite craftsmanship. This classic and elegant Victorian home features 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops and large formal dining room. Completely renovated by the current owners yet keeping true to historical significance and character with original woodwork and fireplace. High ceilings, oak staircase, and hardwood floors throughout. In addition to a new kitchen the property has a new roof in 2012. New central air in 2013, three newly remodeled baths, updated electrical, and many other upgrades. This gorgeous family home also features a large backyard with a stamped concrete patio and custom landscaping. You won't find many homes with this incredible amount of character. Owner is a licensed Realtor in the State of Iowa.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christie Kessel

Davis & Palmer Real Estate Listed on: 06/06/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Joanne Terrien

Village Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,778

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 69x160

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,353 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry

Outdoor Features

  • Storage Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Water Filtration System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Building Patio
  • Community Deck or Porch

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,778

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Copyright Remarks: Yes
  • Legal Description: CENTENNIAL 43
  • Municipality: Fairfield
  • Year Built: 1918
  • OFFICELIST_ADDRESS: 908 S Main Street
  • Distribute To Internet: Yes
  • Listing Entry Date Time: 2016-06-06
  • List Office I D: 675
  • M L Number Foreign: SEIA20161467
  • Sales Office I D: 735
  • Selling Agent: 2188
  • Share Listings With: CoreLogic Listing License, Realtor.com, Homes.com, Broker Reciprocity, RPR Listing License
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Building Style: Ranch
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Exhaust Fan/Hood, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System, Disposal
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 1: No
  • Bedroom 2: No
  • Bedroom 3: No
  • Bedroom 4: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • Dining Room: No
  • Family Room: No
  • Kitchen: No
  • Living Room: No
  • Price Per S Q F T: 99.02
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2353
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 550
  • Below Grade Total Sq Ft: 1171
  • Fireplace Chars: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Types: Dining Room, Extra Room 1, Extra Room 2, Extra Room 3, Extra Room 4, Extra Room 5, Extra Room 6, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
  • Interior Trim: Oak

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Road Frontage: Paved Streets, Other
  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt Shingles
  • Outbuildings: Storage Shed

Garage/Parking

  • Description: Detached Garage, Other, Electric, Storage

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Garage Stalls: 2
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Water: City Water/Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Patio, Porch, Kitchen Center Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable

Fee Information

  • Tax Class: SINGLE FAMILY

Schools

  • School District: Fairfield
  • School District Number: 2169

Lot Info

  • New Develop: No
  • Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 69x160
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10890
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Map Letter: A1

Green Features

  • Certification: No

Rental Info

  • Rental License: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4778

MLS Schools

  • School District: 2169 - Fairfield
  • School District Name: Fairfield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2016
Closed on
Aug 29, 2016
Sold by
Kessel Patrick Alexander and Kessel Christie L
Bought by
Ellinghaus Joshua E and Ellinghaus Tara C
Seller's Agent
Christie Kessel
Davis & Palmer Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joanne Terrien
Village Realty
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$233,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-2.51%
Total Days on Market
32
Current Estimated Value
$329,440

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,440
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.36%
Original Mortgage
$221,350
Outstanding Balance
$179,458
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$132,796

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2005
Sold by
Giovanetti Mark and Giovanetti Christine
Bought by
Kessel Patrick Alexander and Davis Christie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$14,500
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End 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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ellinghaus Joshua E -- None Available
Kessel Patrick Alexander $135,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ellinghaus Joshua E $221,350
Previous Owner Kessel Patrick Alexander $195,000
Previous Owner Kessel Patrick Alexander $70,000
Previous Owner Kessel Patrick Alexander $156,000
Previous Owner Kessel Patrick Alex $125,000
Previous Owner Kessel Patrick Alexander $70,000
Previous Owner Kessel Patrick Alexander $14,500
Previous Owner Davis Christie L $116,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2016 08/29/16 Sold $233,000 -2.5% $99 / Sq Ft
07/08/2016 07/08/16 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2016 06/06/16 For Sale $239,000 -- $102 / Sq Ft
Source: NoCoast MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $56 $303,900 $12,100 $291,800
2023 $4,796 $303,900 $12,100 $291,800
2022 $4,692 $231,500 $12,100 $219,400
2021 $4,692 $231,500 $12,100 $219,400
2020 $4,858 $231,500 $12,100 $219,400
2019 $4,884 $216,000 $0 $0
2018 $4,682 $216,000 $0 $0
2017 $4,682 $217,300 $0 $0
2016 $4,778 $217,300 $0 $0
2015 $3,346 $156,600 $0 $0
2014 $3,346 $156,600 $0 $0
2013 $3,348 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NoCoast MLS

MLS Number: NOC5390909

NoCoast MLS

APN: 06-36-153-026