Welcome to your slice of peaceful country living at 780 Saint James Church Rd in Newton, NC! This charming 3-bedroom, 2 full bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and opportunity—all with the added benefit of county-only taxes.
Ideal for first-time homebuyers or those looking to enjoy a quieter lifestyle, this property features a spacious layout and a detached 2-car garage that provides endless versatility. Whether you’re looking for a workshop, extra storage, or hobby space, this setup delivers.
Above the garage, you’ll find an unfinished mother-in-law suite—offering incredible potential for future expansion, guest accommodations, or even rental income with the right vision.
Step outside and enjoy the above-ground pool, which conveys with the home—perfect for relaxing or entertaining during those warm North Carolina days.
Enjoy the freedom of country living while still being conveniently located near town amenities. Properties with this kind of flexibility and upside don’t come around often—schedule your showing today and see the potential for yourself!
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Zestimate®
$270,000
780 Saint James Church Rd, Newton, NC 28658
3beds
1,545sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
0.35 Acres Lot
$270,000 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$1,762 Estimated rent
Home value
$270,000
$257,000 - $284,000
$1,762/mo
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Listing Provided by:
Joey Portnova Joseph.portnova@redbudgroup.com,
Keller Williams South Park,
Trent Corbin,
Keller Williams South Park
Bought with:
Melissa Bousselot
Nestlewood Realty, LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4364400
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Total Primary Heated Living Area: 1188
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,188
- Total interior livable area: 1,545 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,188
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3649063834140000
- Zoning: R-20
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Newton
- Subdivision: NONE
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $270,000$175/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4364400 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000+116%$175/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4364400 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2019 | Sold | $125,000-3.8%$81/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3472236 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2019 | Pending sale | $129,900$84/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #3472236 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $129,900$84/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell #3472236 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,050 +2% | $206,100 |
| 2024 | $1,029 | $206,100 |
| 2023 | $1,029 +19.7% | $206,100 +73.8% |
| 2022 | $860 +2.8% | $118,600 |
| 2021 | $836 | $118,600 |
| 2020 | $836 +1.4% | $118,600 |
| 2019 | $824 +13.1% | $118,600 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $729 +4.5% | $104,900 |
| 2017 | $698 +18.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $589 | -- |
| 2015 | $589 | $104,850 +6.8% |
| 2014 | $589 | $98,200 |
| 2013 | $589 | -- |
| 2012 | $589 | -- |
| 2011 | $589 +1.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $580 | -- |
| 2009 | $580 | -- |
| 2008 | $580 | -- |
| 2007 | $580 +18.7% | -- |
| 2006 | $489 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 28658
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Charles H Tuttle ElementaryGrades: K-6Distance: 5.1 mi
- 7/10Maiden Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 5/10Maiden HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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Estimated market value
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- North Carolina
- Catawba County
- Newton
- 28658
- 780 Saint James Church Rd
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