For sale

Price cut: $10K (10/5)

$129,900

300 Liberty Ave, Newton, IL 62448

4beds

1,320sqft

$1,030/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1935

0.52 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$98/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Beautiful original detailsOriginal hardwood floorsOriginal trimOne-car detached garageLarger two-car detached garageFour-bedroom home

Charming 1935 Home with Original Character on Two Lots Step back in time. This four-bedroom home offers beautiful original details and plenty of character, including stunning exposed beams in both the living room and dining room. The living room and dining room feature original hardwood floors and original trim, adding warmth and character that is difficult to replicate in newer homes. Built-in's between the dining room and living room provides both charm and practical storage. The home features four bedrooms, including two bedrooms with cedar-lined closets. While the kitchen is smaller and retains its older style, offering an opportunity for a new owner to update it to their own taste and needs. Outside, the property offers excellent storage and workspace options with both a one-car detached garage and a larger two-car detached garage. Measurements are approximate. Property is being SOLD AS IS

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11

Dining room

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Other

Features: Tub Shower
Level: Main

Half bath

Level: Main

Kitchen

Description: Flooring: Vinyl
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 12

Living room

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 15

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Fireplace, Main Level Primary
Basement: Unfinished,Full
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,320
Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,320
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Detached, Garage

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Front Porch

Lot

Size: 0.52 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 901201117015
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1935

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Boos Add

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $98/sqft
Tax assessed value: $79,590
Annual tax amount: $2,473
Date on market: 9/1/2026
Cumulative days on market: 43 days

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/5/2026	Price change	$129,900-7.1%$98/sqft
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9/1/2026	Listed for sale	$139,900+74.9%$106/sqft
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9/19/2022	Sold	$80,000-2.4%$61/sqft
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8/31/2022	Pending sale	$82,000$62/sqft
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5/9/2022	Listed for sale	$82,000$62/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$2,406 +5.8%	$26,530 +9.1%
2023	$2,274 +6.2%	$24,310 +12.5%
2022	$2,141 +0.3%	$21,610 +4%
2021	$2,133 +2.4%	$20,780 +5%
2020	$2,083	$19,790 +3%
2019	--	$19,220 +2%
2018	$200 -1.5%	$18,840 +5%
2017	$203 +6.4%	$17,950 +1%
2016	$191 +0.1%	$17,770 +5%
2015	$191 -26.7%	$16,930 +1.4%
2013	$260	$16,690 -3%
2010	$260 +8%	$17,205 +3%
2009	$241	$16,705