Located northeast of Newton, Iowa, in Jasper County, this classic brick home offers more than 4,000 square feet of living space on 7.97 acres, creating the ideal setting for country living. The property includes two versatile outbuildings: an 80' x 40' metal building with a concrete floor and a 60' x 30' building with a concrete floor, electricity, and overhead doors with openers, ideal for storage, workshops, vehicles, or equipment.
With 5 bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms, there’s room to spread out and make the space your own. Multiple living areas include a large family room with built-ins, a formal dining room with a fireplace, and a light-filled sitting room with patio access. The kitchen features an island, gas cooktop, double ovens, stainless steel appliances, and a laundry room thoughtfully positioned for convenience.
Upstairs offers four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with marble-look tile floors, double vanity, soaking tub, porcelain shower, and walk-in closet. The lower level adds an egress bedroom and flexible space for guests, hobbies, or a home office.
Outside, enjoy wide-open views, patio space, a detached 2+ car garage, and the peace of rural living while remaining a short drive from Newton and Grinnell. Adding even more character, this home once served as a stop along the Underground Railroad, giving the property a unique historical connection.
For sale
Price cut: $50K (9/2)
$839,000
5664 Island Ave, Newton, IA 50208
5beds
4,289sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1857
7.97 Acres Lot
$810,400 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic brick homeTwo versatile outbuildingsPatio spaceWalk-in closetMarble-look tile floorsDouble ovensGas cooktop
- 360 days
- 436
- 19
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Toni Peska 641-417-8484,
Iowa Realty Newton
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 726267
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,289
- Total interior livable area: 4,289 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 441
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7.97 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0919400005
- Zoning: Ag
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, See Remarks
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar, Poured, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1857
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Rural
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $692,210
- Annual tax amount: $8,205
- Date on market: 9/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 361 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$810,400
$770,000 - $851,000
$3,567/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Price change | $839,000-5.6%$196/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $889,000-2.7%$207/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Price change | $914,000-3.2%$213/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $944,000-2.6%$220/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $969,000$226/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,060 +3.6% | $692,210 +14% |
| 2024 | $7,782 +9.9% | $607,240 +0% |
| 2023 | $7,078 +9.6% | $607,130 +29% |
| 2022 | $6,458 -5.2% | $470,690 +9% |
| 2021 | $6,810 -1% | $431,730 -0.7% |
| 2020 | $6,879 +7.1% | $434,790 |
| 2019 | $6,424 +1.3% | $434,790 +13.4% |
| 2018 | $6,341 +5.6% | $383,340 +0.5% |
| 2017 | $6,004 +13.9% | $381,370 +15.4% |
| 2016 | $5,270 | $330,540 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $5,270 +8.8% | $327,760 |
| 2014 | $4,844 -0.9% | $327,760 |
| 2012 | $4,888 +0.9% | -- |
| 2011 | $4,846 +5.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $4,604 +13.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $4,068 +1.4% | -- |
| 2008 | $4,010 -2.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $4,106 +26.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $3,254 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50208
Nearby schools
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.



