Fremont, IA
- Elevation
- 839 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Fremont is a quiet rural community of roughly 700 people in southern Mahaska County. Life here centers around a compact Main Street, friendly residential neighborhoods, and the open farmland that surrounds the town. It has an easygoing, neighborly feel where people look out for one another, making it a comfortable spot for anyone seeking a peaceful place to plant roots.
Families are served by the Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District, which brings together students from across the local area. For work and weekend errands, Highway 23 provides a quick drive into Oskaloosa to the north and Ottumwa to the south. That setup lets residents enjoy the quiet of small-town living at home while keeping jobs, medical clinics, and major shopping within a twenty-minute drive.
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