Welcome to 121 W 11th St S in Newton where small town charm meets thoughtful updates! This home offers a large deck and the best back yard, perfect for relaxing while taking in beautiful Iowa sunsets. Inside, you’ll find a fully updated kitchen featuring new appliances, cabinets, butcher block countertops, and flooring, along with fresh paint throughout the home that gives it a clean, move-in ready feel. Natural light pours in through new vinyl windows, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere in every room. Major mechanical updates have already been taken care of, including a new water heater and upgraded PEX water lines, along with new rain gutters! The home offers a lot of storage and a walkout basement. If you choose, the basement can offer two non-conforming rooms. There is a bathroom rough-in, washer and dryer hookups, and a secondary kitchen area. Enjoy a private driveway and a fireplace with a chimney that is not currently in use but can be restored. A neighboring property owner has plans to install a 6-foot privacy fence, which will further enhance the setting. Located just a short 35-minute commute to Des Moines, this property offers the perfect balance of convenience and quiet living!
For sale
Price cut: $8K (5/22)
$142,000
121 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208
2beds
948sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
9,282 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bathroom rough-inA lot of storagePrivate drivewayLarge deckWalkout basementNew rain guttersWasher and dryer hookups
- 85 days |
- 410 |
- 21 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melanie Hurt (515)371-5006,
VIA Group, REALTORS
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738560
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 948
- Total interior livable area: 948 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 9,282 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51 x 182
Details
- Parcel number: 0833251006
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $150/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $93,660
- Annual tax amount: $2,222
- Date on market: 4/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 86 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Price change | $142,000-5.3%$150/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #738560 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000+67.6%$158/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #738560 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2025 | Sold | $89,500-18.6%$94/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #708819 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2025 | Pending sale | $110,000$116/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #708819 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $110,000$116/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #708819 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,222 +0.6% | $93,660 -20.1% |
| 2024 | $2,208 -1% | $117,250 |
| 2023 | $2,230 +6.4% | $117,250 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $2,096 +5.9% | $100,440 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $1,980 +1.6% | $94,180 +11.5% |
| 2020 | $1,949 +10.3% | $84,440 |
| 2019 | $1,766 -0.1% | $84,440 +15.4% |
| 2018 | $1,768 +2.4% | $73,140 |
| 2017 | $1,726 | $73,140 |
| 2016 | $1,726 | $73,140 |
| 2015 | $1,726 +32.8% | $73,140 |
| 2014 | $1,300 -1.1% | $73,140 |
| 2012 | $1,314 -0.9% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,326 +3.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,284 +10.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,164 +2.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,132 -3.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,168 -3.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,212 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50208
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Woodrow Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Berg Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Newton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Newton
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- $138,7002 bd1 ba912 sqft125 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208Off Market
- $318,2003 bd3 ba1.9k sqft117 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208Off Market
- $143,0002 bd1 ba912 sqft125 W 11th St S #S, Newton, IA 50208Sold
- $150,2003 bd1 ba672 sqft203 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208Off Market
- $18,580-- bd-- ba-- sqft111 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208Off Market
- $460,0003 bd2 ba2.3k sqft1121 Monroe Dr, Newton, IA 50208For Sale
- $98,8003 bd1 ba1.3k sqft124 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208Off Market
- $171,0002 bd1 ba1.1k sqft211 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208Off Market
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
Similar homes
- $144,9003 bd2 ba1.2k sqft316 W 11th St S, Newton, IA 50208For Sale
MLS ID #744004, Ashley Rebik, LPT Realty, LLC. DMMLS - $159,0002 bd1 ba730 sqft1709 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208For Sale
MLS ID #739256, Chris Behun, Realty ONE Group Impact. DMMLS - $159,9002 bd1 ba660 sqft1606 N 2nd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208For Sale
MLS ID #744330, Ed Siddall, First Choice Realty. DMMLS - $129,7002 bd1 ba768 sqft714 N 6th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208For Sale
MLS ID #744719, Ted Weaver, RE/MAX Concepts. DMMLS - $120,0002 bd1 ba1.1k sqft603 W 15th St N, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #744429, Schmidt, Kimberley, RE/MAX Concepts. DMMLS
- $--2 bd1 ba960 sqft412 E 3rd St S, Newton, IA 50208AuctionServiceLink Auction
- $161,9002 bd1 ba1.3k sqft114 W 11th St N, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #742847, Corrie Davis, Realty ONE Group Impact. DMMLS
- $158,4002 bd1 ba756 sqft217 W 10th St S, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #738622, Heather Rawlins, Iowa Realty Colfax. DMMLS
- $130,0002 bd1 ba816 sqft1028 E 10th St N, Newton, IA 50208ActiveMLS ID #6339108, Robin R Marcinik, Grinnell Realty LLC. NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $165,5003 bd1 ba1.1k sqft313 W 10th St N, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #743319, Andrea Steenhoek, Realty ONE Group Impact. DMMLS
- $135,0003 bd1 ba994 sqft309 E 10th St S, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #734153, Cassie Anderson, Real Estate Solutions. DMMLS
- $149,0002 bd1 ba687 sqft601 E 23rd St S, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #742423, Bob Ruby, Ruby Realty Group LLC. DMMLS
- $170,0002 bd1 ba1.1k sqft606 E 9th St S, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #734514, Joanne May, RE/MAX Concepts. DMMLS
- $117,0002 bd1 ba824 sqft308 W 8th St S, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #740885, Geri Doyle, RE/MAX Results. DMMLS
- $114,9002 bd1 ba868 sqft719 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #744033, Wendy Wagner, RE/MAX Concepts. DMMLS
- $155,0003 bd1 ba1k sqft613 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #741479, Janet Reents, Realty ONE Group Impact. DMMLS
- $159,9002 bd1 ba864 sqft1907 S 7th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #742432, Alida Jo Anderson, RE/MAX Concepts. DMMLS
- $179,9002 bd1 ba968 sqft2024 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #744841, Anthony Dennis, RE/MAX Revolution. DMMLS
- $172,0003 bd1 ba1k sqft311 E 22nd St S, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #743715, Amanda Simpson, EXP Realty, LLC. DMMLS
- $122,5002 bd1 ba816 sqft410 E 10th St N, Newton, IA 50208For SaleMLS ID #742737, Fernando Aveiga, EXP Realty, LLC. DMMLS
- Iowa
- Jasper County
- Newton
- 50208
- 121 W 11th St S
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Newton Topics
