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Sold for $225,000
  • $225,000

    742 S 17th Ave W, Newton, IA 50208

    --beds
    0baths
    2,352sqft
    Duplex, Multi Family
    Built in 1997
    -- sqft lot
    $228,200 Zestimate®
    $96/sqft
    $1,415 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $228,200

    $205,000 - $253,000

    $1,415/mo

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    What's special

    Great layout
    Discover a fantastic investment opportunity in Newton with this solid income-producing duplex located at 742 S 17th Ave W. This well-maintained property features two spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath units—each with its own attached 2-car garage, a rare amenity for a multifamily home in the area. Both units are currently tenant-occupied by long-term residents, each paying $850 per month on month-to-month leases, providing immediate cash flow and flexibility for future plans. Whether you're an investor looking to add value through cosmetic updates and increase rents, or a buyer wanting to live in one unit while renting out the other, this property offers great potential. For those considering owner-occupancy, this duplex qualifies for FHA, VA, and USDA financing options—provided the buyer resides in one of the units, making it an excellent choice for house hacking or first-time homeownership with income support. With a total current rental income of $1,700 per month and room to grow, this property offers a strong foundation for building wealth through real estate in a stable and growing community. Don't miss your chance to own a duplex with great layout, solid structure, and built-in upside.

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    Listed by:

    Ryan Rohlf 515-442-0625,

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    Bought with:

    Member Non

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 67265MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bathrooms: 0
    Heating
    • Electric
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Features
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,352
    • Total interior livable area: 2,352 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Lot
    • Size: 7,840 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 66 x 116
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1304205006
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
    Materials
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • Year built: 1997

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $96/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $261,310
    • Annual tax amount: $4,502
    • Date on market: 5/1/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/16/2025Sold$225,000-6.2%$96/sqft
    Source: CIBR #67265 Report a problem
    5/22/2025Pending sale$239,900$102/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #717065 Report a problem
    5/1/2025Listed for sale$239,900+57.3%$102/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #717065 Report a problem
    8/28/2009Sold$152,500$65/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5469760 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,526 +0.5%$261,310 +9.4%
    2024$4,502 -2%$238,960
    2023$4,592 +7.9%$238,960 +15.6%
    2022$4,256 +5.4%$206,770 +8.1%
    2021$4,038 +1.6%$191,330 +11.1%
    2020$3,973 +10.4%$172,180
    2019$3,601 -0.1%$172,180 +15.5%
    2018$3,605 +2.4%$149,120
    2017$3,520 +0.1%$149,120
    2016$3,518 $149,120
    2015$3,518 +10.4%$149,120
    2014$3,188 $149,120
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    Neighborhood: 50208

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