Come check out this newly listed gem on the southeast side of Newton. Three bedrooms, an open 1st level floor plan and 2 fireplaces are just a few of the things this home has to offer. If you like entertaining or need room for your toys or hobbies this home is for you. A covered patio, saltwater pool and a 31x21 insulated/heated garage should cover it. Call to schedule your showing today!
Sold for $244,900
$244,900
1305 S 12th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
3beds
1,381sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
9,230 Square Feet Lot
$245,500 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$1,704 Estimated rent
Home value
$245,500
$233,000 - $258,000
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Saltwater poolThree bedroomsCovered patio
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Listed by:
Jason Morgan (641)791-7600,
First Choice Realty
Bought with:
Colby Lawson
Real Estate Solutions
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738360
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,381
- Total interior livable area: 1,381 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 9,230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 71 x 130
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 0835357004
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $185,270
- Annual tax amount: $3,340
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Sold | $244,900$177/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #738360 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Pending sale | $244,900$177/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #738360 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $244,900+137.8%$177/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #738360 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2013 | Sold | $103,000-8%$75/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5451734 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2012 | Listed for sale | $112,000-12.5%$81/sqft |
Source: Homepath #64538 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2012 | Sold | $128,042+7.1%$93/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2012 | Listed for sale | $119,500+4%$87/sqft |
Source: Homepath #64538 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2012 | Listing removed | $114,900$83/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour #63636 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2011 | Price change | $114,900-4.2%$83/sqft |
Source: Doyle & DeVoe Iowa Realty Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2011 | Listed for sale | $119,900$87/sqft |
Source: Doyle & DeVoe Iowa Realty #63636 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2011 | Listing removed | $119,900$87/sqft |
Source: Listhub #63636 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $119,900-7.7%$87/sqft |
Source: Doyle & DeVoe-Iowa Realty #63636 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2011 | Listing removed | $129,900$94/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #361652 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2011 | Price change | $129,900-2.3%$94/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #361652 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2010 | Listed for sale | $132,900+5.5%$96/sqft |
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| 5/8/2008 | Sold | $126,000$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,340 +0.5% | $185,270 +5.1% |
| 2024 | $3,322 -1% | $176,300 |
| 2023 | $3,354 +7.8% | $176,300 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $3,110 -1.4% | $151,060 +8.1% |
| 2021 | $3,154 +1.6% | $139,770 +3.9% |
| 2020 | $3,104 +4.8% | $134,500 |
| 2019 | $2,962 -0.1% | $134,500 +9.6% |
| 2018 | $2,966 +10.2% | $122,690 |
| 2017 | $2,690 +0.1% | $122,690 |
| 2016 | $2,688 | $122,690 |
| 2015 | $2,688 +10.5% | $122,690 |
| 2014 | $2,432 -5.8% | $122,690 |
| 2012 | $2,582 +0.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,566 +3.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,490 +17.7% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,116 +2.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,068 -2.7% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,126 +3.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,046 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50208
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GreatSchools rating
- NAAurora Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Berg Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Newton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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.
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