Property Attributes
- MLS#745024
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyJasper
- CityNewton
- AreaNewton
- Zip50208
- Style
- Year Built1954
- Taxes$ 2054
- Price$ 130,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1184
- Lot Size0.17 Acres
Data Source:
Des Moines Area AOR (DMAAR)
Property Description
This home offers more than meets the eye, with several of the important improvements already completed. The HVAC and central air have been updated in recent years, the water heater is new, interior plumbing has been updated, and the roof is approximately six years old giving the next owner a strong starting point while they focus their attention on the cosmetic updates that can truly make the home their own. Inside, you'll find two separate living spaces, a generously sized kitchen Outside, the metal siding offers a durable exterior and an opportunity to refresh the home's curb appeal, while the one-car detached garage provides additional parking and storage. Located in southeast Newton near Aurora Heights Elementary, this home puts everyday convenience close to home while offering access to everything the Newton community has to offer from local parks and recreation to downtown amenities and community events. This home needs some work, but the potential is easy to see. Whether you're a first-time buyer ready to put in some sweat equity, an investor looking for your next project, or simply someone who would rather improve a home over time than pay for someone else's finishes.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Listed $140,000 |
| 8/31/2026 | 7$130,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Property SubType | Residential |
| County | Jasper |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Home Owner Assoc | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take 1st Avenue E to E 23rd St S, to S 5th Ave E take a left, take a right on E 24th St S, houses is on the left hand side of the road. |
| City | Newton |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Newton |
| Zoning Description | R |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 7303 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2054.47 |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Newton |
| Elementary School District | Newton |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Residential |
| Heating | Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Asphalt,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dryer,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Materials | Metal Siding |
| Year Built | 1954 |
| Stories | 1 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| MLS Area | Newton |
| PostalCity | Newton |
| Legal Description | AURORA HEIGHTS SD LOT 31 BLK |
Interior Features
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
|---|---|
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Basement | Crawl Space |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Rectangular Lot |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.17 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.17 |
| Road Surface Type | Concrete |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Building Area Total | 1184 |
| Lot Dimensions | 60x127 |
| Parking Features | Detached,Garage,One Car Garage |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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