Welcome home to this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom story-and-a-half situated on a desirable corner lot in Newton. Conveniently located near the high school, local amenities, and entertainment, with a short commute to the Des Moines metro.
This well-maintained home features main floor laundry, a large living room ideal for gatherings, and a spacious kitchen with adjoining dining area that could also function as additional living space.
Upstairs offers over 353 finished square feet in the attic, providing great flex space for an office, playroom, or bonus room. The dry basement allows for ample storage and future possibilities.
The former carport area has been finished for additional usable space; buyer may choose to keep as finished area or convert back for carport access.
Outside, enjoy a beautifully fenced yard and a large 2-car detached heated garage - perfect for Iowa winters. Durable Hardie Plank siding and solar panels help improve energy efficiency (buyer to assume remaining solar balance)
Great combination of space, flexibility, efficiency, and location. Seller is offering a 1% interest rate buydown to help make your monthly payment more affordable!
For sale
Price cut: $4.9K (4/22)
$260,000
601 E 9th St S, Newton, IA 50208
3beds
1,617sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
9,452 Square Feet Lot
$256,300 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Durable hardie plank sidingMain floor laundryBeautifully fenced yardDesirable corner lot
- 149 days |
- 192 |
- 9 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stephanie Dart (641)521-6044,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734297
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,617
- Total interior livable area: 1,617 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Fire Pit, Patio
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 9,452 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0834430006
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $225,420
- Annual tax amount: $3,396
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 150 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$256,300
Estimated sales range
$243,000 - $269,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,035/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $260,000-1.8%$161/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $264,900-3.6%$164/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $274,900+15.7%$170/sqft |
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| 3/7/2024 | Sold | $237,500$147/sqft |
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| 2/9/2024 | Pending sale | $237,500$147/sqft |
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| 12/4/2023 | Price change | $237,500-2.2%$147/sqft |
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| 11/17/2023 | Price change | $242,900-2.8%$150/sqft |
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| 9/29/2023 | Price change | $249,900-2.8%$155/sqft |
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| 9/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $257,000+176.6%$159/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/8/2014 | Listing removed | $92,900$57/sqft |
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| 2/20/2014 | Listed for sale | $92,900$57/sqft |
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| 8/9/2013 | Listing removed | $92,900$57/sqft |
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| 3/20/2013 | Listed for sale | $92,900$57/sqft |
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| 2/14/2013 | Listing removed | $92,900$57/sqft |
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| 10/6/2012 | Listed for sale | $92,900$57/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,396 +13% | $225,420 +10.9% |
| 2024 | $3,006 +0.2% | $203,210 +19.5% |
| 2023 | $3,000 +13% | $170,030 +18.1% |
| 2022 | $2,654 -3.1% | $143,940 +12.2% |
| 2021 | $2,738 +5.2% | $128,290 +2.3% |
| 2020 | $2,603 +9.4% | $125,350 +11.1% |
| 2019 | $2,379 +14.4% | $112,810 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $2,078 -2% | $111,050 +29.2% |
| 2017 | $2,120 +16.4% | $85,980 |
| 2016 | $1,822 | $85,980 |
| 2015 | $1,822 +10.6% | $85,980 |
| 2014 | $1,648 -0.6% | $85,980 |
| 2012 | $1,658 -0.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,672 +3.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,618 +9.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,480 +2.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,444 -2.8% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,486 -3.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,542 | -- |
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$1,547Mortgage insurance
$0Property taxes
$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
$0Utilities
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50208
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Aurora Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Berg Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Newton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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