$314,000

521 N 2nd Ave E Newton, IA 50208

Estimated payment $2,054/month

Total Views 86
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,111 Sq Ft
$101 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 5-minute walk to Sersland Park

About This Home

Discover over 3,000 sq ft of beautifully renovated living space in this charming two-story home - if you love the blend of old and new, this is the one! This 4-bedroom, 4-bath property offers warmth, style, and flexibility throughout with beautiful hardwood flooring and original trim creating timeless appeal. The open-concept kitchen, complete with a classic built-in pantry, adds both function and flow. Tastefully updated bathrooms and soaring 10-foot ceilings enhance the spacious, inviting feel. A main-level addition provides a first-floor bedroom, ideal for guests or multi-generational living, along with the convenience of main-floor laundry. Three attached garages deliver exceptional storage and space for hobbies, projects, or extra vehicles. A rare combination of character, space, and modern living that simply feels like home.

Listing Agent

Megan Thompson

Iowa Realty Newton Listed on: 05/06/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,532

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x132
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,111 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0834203004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,532

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 100.93
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Under Maint Pest Inspection
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Formal Dining Rm
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room, Pantry
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3111
  • Total Sq Ft: 3111

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Shared, Wood
  • Foundation: Block, Brick, Concrete Block, Stone
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 546
  • Garage: 3 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 3

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2000
  • Lot S F: 8712
  • Lot Size: 66X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0834203004
  • 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: 4532.50
  • Net Taxes: 4532.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Newton

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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 $4,532 $267,670 $19,800 $247,870
2024 $4,532 $239,280 $19,800 $219,480
2023 $4,036 $224,670 $19,800 $204,870
2022 $3,694 $187,970 $19,800 $168,170
2021 $2,974 $174,970 $19,800 $155,170
2020 $2,974 $135,370 $17,320 $118,050
2019 $2,604 $116,390 $0 $0
2018 $2,604 $116,390 $0 $0
2017 $2,608 $116,390 $0 $0
2016 $2,608 $116,390 $0 $0
2015 $2,540 $116,390 $0 $0
2014 $2,442 $116,390 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/06/2026 05/06/26 For Sale $314,000 +25.6% $101 / Sq Ft
10/25/2023 10/25/23 Sold $249,990 0.0% $80 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/22/2023 08/22/23 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2023 08/15/23 For Sale $249,990 0.0% $80 / Sq Ft
08/08/2023 08/08/23 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2023 07/31/23 Price Changed $249,990 -3.5% $80 / Sq Ft
07/05/2023 07/05/23 Price Changed $259,000 -3.7% $83 / Sq Ft
06/14/2023 06/14/23 For Sale $269,000 +532.9% $86 / Sq Ft
06/06/2012 06/06/12 Sold $42,500 -46.8% $14 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/07/2012 05/07/12 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2012 02/09/12 For Sale $79,900 -- $26 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Sheriffs Deed $184,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Listed On Document
Sheriffs Deed $70,791 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $252,515 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 740044

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 08-34-203-004

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