$199,000

1420 1st St N Newton, IA 50208

$2,363
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,680 sqft
0.5 acres
$118 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1420 1st St N

Welcome to 1420 1st St N, Newton, IA 50208! This charming 2-story home, built in 1925, offers a unique blend of in-town convenience with an out-of-town feel, thanks to its spacious 0.48-acre lot and picturesque views. The updated kitchen features a refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher that will remain with the home, along with a washer and dryer conveniently located upstairs near the bedrooms. Additionally, the kitchen includes a cleverly designed hidden storage room/pantry, seamlessly disguised as a cabinet.The property features three bedrooms and 1.5 baths, perfect for a family or anyone looking to enjoy a peaceful setting. The main level boasts a large wrap-around enclosed deck, a convenient half bath and a newer side entrance deck. The second floor includes a spacious bathroom with a jetted tub, walk-in shower, and a laundry closet for added convenience. All three bedrooms are located upstairs, providing a comfortable and private living space. The home, which is being sold as is, has great potential with some TLC and is situated in a fantastic location. Additionally, there's an attached one-car garage and a shed for extra storage. The unfinished basement and third-floor attic offer lots of storage, with the attic providing the potential to be finished for additional square footage. This home is just minutes from downtown Newton, yet offers a country-like atmosphere, don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind property!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,680 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.4809 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #709878
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 709878
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (641) 791-2800
  • Listing Agent: Jake Jenkins

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$199,000

1420 1st St N

$2,363

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 16, 2015
Home Sold
$72,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$183,280$3,256
2023$183,280$3,334
2022$159,020$3,170
2021$151,450$2,656
2020$121,830$2,811
2019$105,410$2,340
2017$105,410$2,282

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Emerson Hough Elementary School

Public District KG-4

0.8 mi

700 N 4th Ave E

4

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Public District PK-4

1.5 mi

112 Thomas Jefferson Dr

7

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.5 mi

801 S 8th Ave W

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,109. The majority of Newton, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
65%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Living in Newton, IA

About 1420 1st St N

This home is located at 1420 1st St N in Newton, IA and zip code 50208. This 1,680 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,000.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in Newton, IA there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 8 sold below and more than 2 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Newton, IA between January and February 2025 decreased by 11.1%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 88 days, the median list price was $185,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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