$165,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

2012 S 3rd Ave E Newton, IA 50208

2 Beds
2 Baths
758 Sq Ft
8,607 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$218 Per Sq Ft

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Shades
  • Covered Deck
  • No HOA
  • Tandem Parking
  • 2-minute walk to Aurora Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

This little gem offers your very own park in backyard. Yard is totally fenced for pets or children. Covered deck area for your relaxation. The garden is a thing of beauty. And will provide you great eating this summer. The home offers 2 good sized bedrooms, updated bath on main and lower level. Updated Kitchen is efficient. The new sliding door offers great light into kitchen area. Lower level has finished family room area, laundry and 3/4 bath. Don't miss this affordable gem located near Aurora Heights Elementary School, park, tennis court and pickleball courts.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Barr

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/15/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listed By

Wendy Wagner

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Toni Peska

Iowa Realty Newton

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,729

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 8,607 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 57x151
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 758 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Shower
  • Grab Bars
  • Accessible Ramps

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0835251016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,729

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 217.68
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 217.68
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars, Ramp, Shower
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 758
  • Total Sq Ft: 758

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Fire Pit, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 456
  • Garage: 2 Detached, Tandem
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1976
  • Lot S F: 8607
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 57X151
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0835251016
  • Zoning: R2

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1729.00
  • Net Taxes: 1532.00
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District: Newton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Kirsch John A
Bought by
Lane Mitchell A
Seller's Agent
Barbara Barr
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Toni Peska
Iowa Realty Newton
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$348,707

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$183,707
Avg. Annual Appreciation
549.29%
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Outstanding Balance
$104,823
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$243,884

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Slycord Barbara M
Bought by
Kirsch John A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2018
Sold by
Fenley Robert E and Fenley Jodi L
Bought by
Slycord Barbara M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2014
Sold by
Engle Mohler Angela D and Mohler Joshua J
Bought by
Fenley Robert E and Fenley Jodi L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,897
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $165,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $83,000 --
Warranty Deed $77,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $105,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $65,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $76,897 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $165,000 0.0% $218 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $165,000 -- $218 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,418 $113,150 $20,750 $92,400
2024 $1,418 $98,830 $20,750 $78,080
2023 $1,532 $98,830 $20,750 $78,080
2022 $1,836 $89,440 $20,750 $68,690
2021 $1,958 $82,560 $20,750 $61,810
2020 $1,958 $83,520 $17,630 $65,890
2019 $1,840 $76,190 $0 $0
2018 $1,840 $76,190 $0 $0
2017 $1,842 $76,190 $0 $0
2016 $1,842 $76,190 $0 $0
2015 $1,796 $68,250 $0 $0
2014 $1,548 $68,250 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718166

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 08-35-251-016