Situated on a desirable corner lot in a central location, this spacious 4BR/2BA home offers comfort, functionality, and room to grow.
Step into the large living room, where a huge picture window fills the space with natural daylight and a cozy wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect gathering spot. A convenient doorway leads to the dining area and kitchen, providing an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining.
Down the hallway, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The primary bedroom easily accommodates a king-size bed, offering a relaxing retreat at the end of the day. The full bath features a separate vanity area for added convenience. Also off the hallway is a large double-wide closet and a shared laundry room with a ¾ bath, plus direct access to the fenced backyard—ideal for pets, play, or outdoor entertaining.
The basement expands your living space with a large bonus room, a spacious storage room complete with shelving perfect for organizing totes, an additional smaller storage room, and the utility room.
Rounding out this fantastic property is a 20x22 attached garage, providing ample space for vehicles, tools, and extra storage.
With its prime location, functional layout, and generous storage throughout, this home is ready to welcome its next owner!
Pending
$249,900
979 S Prairie Ave, Fairmont, MN 56031
4beds
2,377sqft
Single Family
Built in 1955
0.28 Acres Lot
$246,700 Zestimate®
$105/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceFour generously sized bedroomsLarge double-wide closetDesirable corner lot
- 50 days |
- 141 |
- 6 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kim Kreiss 507-848-8102,
EXIT Realty - Great Plains
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7083940
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 164.98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.6x11.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 147.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.6x10.10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 139.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.7x11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 102.01 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.10x10.1
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 343.91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.10x17.11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 94.77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7x8.1
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 76.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.1x4
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 131.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7x11.2
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 199.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.9x11.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x15
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 129.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.4x7.9
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 22.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.1x4.4
Utility room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.1x11.2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Partial,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,890
- Total interior livable area: 2,377 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,877
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (20x22)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Full,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 155 x 80
- Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 1013
- Parcel number: 231400070
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hillcrest 1st Ext
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fairmont
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $105/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $266,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,619
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 105 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$246,700
$234,000 - $259,000
$1,733/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $249,900$105/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7083940 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900$105/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7083940 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Listing removed | $249,900$105/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty broker feed #7023670 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$105/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7023670 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900+49.4%$109/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7023670 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2020 | Sold | $174,000-5.9%$73/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2020 | Pending sale | $185,000$78/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland Realty #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $185,000$78/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland Realty #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2019 | Pending sale | $185,000$78/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland Realty #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2019 | Price change | $185,000-5.1%$78/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland Realty #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2019 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$82/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland Realty #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $199,900+29%$84/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland Realty #5238839 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2010 | Sold | $155,000$65/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1274385 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,506 +14.7% | $266,200 -3% |
| 2024 | $3,058 -6.4% | $274,400 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $3,268 +21.1% | $248,600 +0.5% |
| 2022 | $2,698 +4.7% | $247,400 +25.5% |
| 2021 | $2,576 -4.2% | $197,100 |
| 2020 | $2,690 +18.4% | $197,100 +16.1% |
| 2018 | $2,272 +14.1% | $169,700 +18.1% |
| 2017 | $1,991 +14.2% | $143,700 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $1,743 +2.3% | $130,500 -6.3% |
| 2015 | $1,703 -8.7% | $139,300 +6.7% |
| 2013 | $1,865 +21.5% | $130,500 +17.4% |
| 2012 | $1,535 | $111,200 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | $120,700 |
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Neighborhood: 56031
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Fairmont Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Fairmont High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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