$224,000
SOLD JUL 3, 2025

520 E 23rd St N Newton, IA 50208

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,750 Sq Ft
9,600 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$128 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

112 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Corner Lot
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to this thoughtfully designed split-level home, perfectly positioned on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood. Offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this property blends comfort and functionality, making it an excellent choice for first-time buyers or those seeking a move-in-ready home. The spacious kitchen serves as the heart of the home, providing ample room for both meal preparation and entertaining, while the adjacent dining area opens seamlessly onto an updated deck, ideal for outdoor gatherings or quiet mornings. A large family room, filled with natural light, offers an inviting space for everyday living. The property’s location ensures easy access to Des Moines, making it convenient for commuters, while nearby schools, parks, and local amenities provide everything you need within reach. Don’t miss your chance to make this home your own—schedule your private tour today and discover all it has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Timothy Lucken

Real Broker, LLC Listed on: 02/05/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Caitlyn Vigil

Real Estate Solutions

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,859

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 9,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 120x80
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,750 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0826479001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,859

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 138.29
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 128.00
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 672
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1750
  • Total Sq Ft: 1750

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 484
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Newton

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2204
  • Lot S F: 9600
  • Lot Shape: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: 120X80
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0826479001
  • Zoning: Res

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: 4859.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Newton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2025
Closed on
Jul 3, 2025
Sold by
Schwartzel Mikhail and Schwartzel Emily
Bought by
Vigil Shane D
Seller's Agent
Timothy Lucken
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Caitlyn Vigil
Real Estate Solutions
List Price
$249,500
Sold Price
$224,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,500
-10.22%
Views
103

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.55%
Original Mortgage
$217,745
Outstanding Balance
$217,377
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$22,060

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2020
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Fank Taylor J
Bought by
Schwartzel Mikhail
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Sheryl Chambers
Iowa Realty Knoxville
List Price
$188,400
Sold Price
$187,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,400
-0.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.92%
Original Mortgage
$187,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2016
Closed on
Jun 16, 2016
Sold by
Simbro Sandra Smit and Simbro Kris
Bought by
Fank Taylor J
Seller's Agent
Jo Jenkins
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Alida JO Anderson
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$162,500
Sold Price
$159,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-2.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.80%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $224,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $187,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $159,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $217,745 FHA
Previous Owner $187,000 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Sold $224,000 -7.4% $128 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Price Changed $242,000 -3.0% $138 / Sq Ft
02/05/2025 02/05/25 For Sale $249,500 +33.4% $143 / Sq Ft
10/23/2020 10/23/20 Sold $187,000 -0.7% $107 / Sq Ft
10/23/2020 10/23/20 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2020 09/02/20 For Sale $188,400 +18.5% $108 / Sq Ft
06/17/2016 06/17/16 Sold $159,000 -2.2% $91 / Sq Ft
05/18/2016 05/18/16 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2016 03/21/16 For Sale $162,500 -- $93 / 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 -- $282,900 $43,200 $239,700
2024 -- $257,930 $43,200 $214,730
2023 $4,554 $257,930 $43,200 $214,730
2022 $4,246 $217,310 $43,200 $174,110
2021 $3,888 $203,240 $43,200 $160,040
2020 $3,888 $174,390 $28,660 $145,730
2019 $3,630 $158,830 $0 $0
2018 $3,630 $158,830 $0 $0
2017 $3,488 $152,850 $0 $0
2016 $3,488 $152,850 $0 $0
2015 $3,400 $152,850 $0 $0
2014 $3,270 $152,850 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 711377

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 08-26-479-001