FULLY UPDATED HOME + TOP TIER CRAFTSMANSHIP + EXTREMELY LOW TAXES! Welcome to Newton! This beautifully renovated 4-bed, 2-bath home is just a short drive from the DSM metro. Step inside to a spacious living room with plush carpeting. The stunning modern kitchen features brand-new white cabinetry, stylish LVP flooring, durable laminate countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances. The main level offers three bedrooms and a full bath with dual sinks and spacious closets. The finished lower level adds a family room, a fourth bedroom, laundry room, large storage/utility room, and a ¾ bath. Brand new two-stall garage with opener. With taxes at just $668/year, you'll save hundreds per month! Plus, the seller is offering a $1,500 appliance allowance, so you can choose your own refrigerator, washer, and dryer! ALL major updates already done, this home is 100% move-in ready! New ROOF 2022. NEW HVAC. NEW SIDING AND WINDOWS. NEW PLUMBING and most ELECTRIC.
Sold for $233,900
$233,900
523 S 2nd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
4beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$236,400 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$1,456 Estimated rent
Home value
$236,400
$215,000 - $260,000
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Finished lower levelModern kitchenStylish lvp flooringSleek stainless steel appliancesBrand new two-stall garageThree bedroomsNew roof
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Listed by:
Angela McKenzie (515)778-6365,
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Bought with:
Wendy Wagner
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 712850
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 840
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0833280005
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $192,660
- Annual tax amount: $668
- Date on market: 3/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 52 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2025 | Sold | $233,900$225/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Pending sale | $233,900$225/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $233,900$225/sqft |
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| 4/1/2025 | Pending sale | $233,900$225/sqft |
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| 3/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $233,900-0.4%$225/sqft |
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| 10/25/2024 | Listing removed | $234,900-1.3%$226/sqft |
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| 10/1/2024 | Price change | $237,900-0.8%$229/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $239,900$231/sqft |
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| 9/7/2024 | Pending sale | $239,900$231/sqft |
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| 9/1/2024 | Price change | $239,900-2.1%$231/sqft |
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| 8/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $245,000+1125%$236/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Sold | $20,000$19/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,514 +276.3% | $192,660 +45.2% |
| 2024 | $668 -60.4% | $132,730 +274.7% |
| 2023 | $1,688 +7.4% | $35,420 -58.3% |
| 2022 | $1,572 -7.4% | $84,870 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $1,698 -9.1% | $79,640 -1.7% |
| 2020 | $1,869 +5% | $80,980 |
| 2019 | $1,780 -0.1% | $80,980 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $1,782 +16.2% | $73,730 |
| 2017 | $1,534 | $73,730 |
| 2016 | $1,534 | $73,730 |
| 2015 | $1,534 +10.7% | $73,730 |
| 2014 | $1,386 -1% | $73,730 |
| 2012 | $1,400 -1.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,416 +3.8% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,364 +9.6% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,244 +2.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,214 -2.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,250 +142.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $516 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50208
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Woodrow Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Berg Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.8 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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