Sold

$150,000

311 W 8th St S, Newton, IA 50208

2beds

844sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1920

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$151,100 Zestimate^®

$178/sqft

$1,142 Estimated rent

Home value

$151,100

$138,000 - $166,000

$1,142/mo

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What's special

Original hardwood floorsGreat curb appealNewer roof

Welcome to 311 W 8th St S in southwest Newton! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers 844 square feet of cozy living space - perfect for a first-time buyer, someone looking to downsize, or an investor. Inside, you'll find beautiful original hardwood floors, a newer roof, and a detached 1-car garage. The kitchen includes a stove and refrigerator, and the basement washer and dryer stay with the home. The basement was professionally tiled by a previous owner, offering added peace of mind. Currently used as a successful Airbnb, this property presents great income potential or a move-in-ready place to call home. Want to keep it turnkey? To purchase this home fully furnished, simply add $2,500 to the purchase price which is ideal for investors or buyers looking for a hassle-free move. Don't miss your chance to own this charming home with great curb appeal in a fantastic Newton location!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Other

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 844 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Garage
Garage spaces: 1

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 130

Details

Parcel number: 0833257025 01
Zoning: Residential-Single Family

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Raised Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Other
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No
HOA name: MIR

Location

Region: Newton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $178/sqft
Tax assessed value: $98,580
Annual tax amount: $1,680
Date on market: 5/23/2025
Cumulative days on market: 58 days

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/19/2025	Sold	$150,000-2.6%$178/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6327957 Report a problem
7/21/2025	Pending sale	$154,000$182/sqft
Source: DMMLS #718802 Report a problem
7/8/2025	Price change	$154,000-3.1%$182/sqft
Source: DMMLS #718802 Report a problem
5/23/2025	Listed for sale	$159,000$188/sqft
Source: DMMLS #718802 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,690 +0.6%	$98,580 +10.5%
2024	$1,680 -1.2%	$89,230
2023	$1,700 +7.2%	$89,230 +16.5%
2022	$1,586 -1%	$76,590 +7.5%
2021	$1,602 +1.6%	$71,260 +4.3%
2020	$1,577 +10.1%	$68,320
2019	$1,432 -0.1%	$68,320 +15.2%
2018	$1,433 +2.4%	$59,290
2017	$1,400 +0.1%	$59,290
2016	$1,398	$59,290
2015	$1,398 +10.3%	$59,290
2014	$1,268	$59,290