$485,000
$80K PRICE DROP

524 E 60th St N Newton, IA 50208

Newton Area

Estimated payment $2,924/month

Total Views 1,292
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,584 Sq Ft
$306 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Escape to the peace and privacy of the countryside with this charming 3-bedroom, 1,584 sq. ft. home situated on 5.45 picturesque acres. Whether you've been dreaming of a hobby farm, raising horses or livestock, gardening, or simply enjoying wide-open spaces, this property offers endless opportunities.
Step inside to appreciate the beautiful original woodwork that adds warmth and timeless character throughout the home. Outside, you'll find an impressive collection of well-maintained outbuildings, all equipped with electricity, providing exceptional space for hobbies, storage, equipment, or livestock.
The barn features two horse stalls along with a spacious loft for additional storage. A 30' x 50' building with a concrete floor, previously used as an airplane hangar, offers incredible versatility for machinery, vehicles, workshop space, or recreational storage. Two wells on the property provide convenient water sources for livestock and gardening.
If you're looking for a country property with functional improvements, beautiful acreage, and room to grow, this is one you won't want to miss. Enjoy the freedom and possibilities that come with owning your own slice of rural Iowa.

Listing Agent

Wendy Wagner

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 07/21/2026

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listing Agent

Alida JO Anderson

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,157

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,584 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Rural Water
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 5.45 Acre Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0929300003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,157

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

5.45 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Acreage
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 306.19
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1584
  • Total Sq Ft: 1584

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Rural
  • Air Conditioner: Window Unit
  • Heat: Radiant

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 5.4500
  • Lot S F: 237402
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0929300003

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: 3157.36
  • Net Taxes: 3022.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Newton

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Tax History

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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 $3,022 $316,280 $90,000 $226,280
2024 $3,022 $253,420 $52,130 $201,290
2023 $3,002 $253,420 $52,130 $201,290
2022 $2,776 $210,590 $52,130 $158,460
2021 $2,736 $195,750 $52,130 $143,620
2020 $2,736 $183,260 $50,590 $132,670
2019 $2,542 $160,080 $0 $0
2018 $2,542 $160,080 $0 $0
2017 $2,528 $159,050 $0 $0
2016 $2,528 $159,050 $0 $0
2015 $2,462 $156,370 $0 $0
2014 $2,366 $156,370 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/21/2026 08/21/26 Price Changed $485,000 -7.6% $306 / Sq Ft
08/03/2026 08/03/26 Price Changed $525,000 -7.1% $331 / Sq Ft
07/21/2026 07/21/26 For Sale $565,000 -- $357 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 745688

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09-29-300-003

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