$166,000
SOLD MAY 2, 2025

618 N 6th Ave E Newton, IA 50208

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,229 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$74 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2025

Opportunity knocks with this classic 1920 Craftsman-style home in the heart of Newton, IA! Boasting 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,229 sq. ft. of finished space above grade, this home is brimming with character and potential. Featuring original hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, and timeless woodwork, this home is ready for a visionary buyer to restore its charm.Offered well below market value and sold as-is, this is the perfect chance to create your dream home or secure instant equity with some updates. Whether you're an investor, renovator, or homeowner looking for a fantastic deal, this property offers endless possibilities.Any inspections will be for buyer's knowledge only. Information obtained from seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jacob Belay

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 03/31/2025

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,144

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x132

Home Design

  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,229 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0827452020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,144

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Architecture: Arts & Craft (Craftsman)
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 76.27
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 74.47
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1176
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 375
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2229
  • Total Sq Ft: 2229

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 576
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • 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: 0.2000
  • Lot S F: 8712
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 66X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0827452020
  • Zoning: Resid

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: 3144.00
  • Net Taxes: 3144.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Newton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Cupples Robert D
Bought by
Mills Robert and Mills Margaret
Seller's Agent
Jacob Belay
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$166,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-2.35%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$171,343

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,343
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.83%
Original Mortgage
$157,700
Outstanding Balance
$157,144
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$14,199

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2021
Sold by
Cupples Rachel K
Bought by
Cupples Robert D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2015
Sold by
Ratliff Steven W and Ratliff Ann R
Bought by
Cupples Robert D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,900
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $166,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $11,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $157,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $101,900 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Sold $166,000 -2.4% $74 / Sq Ft
04/14/2025 04/14/25 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2025 03/31/25 For Sale $170,000 -- $76 / 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 $3,162 $138,480 $23,100 $115,380
2024 $3,162 $166,880 $23,100 $143,780
2023 $3,144 $166,880 $23,100 $143,780
2022 $2,918 $142,320 $23,100 $119,220
2021 $2,930 $131,130 $23,100 $108,030
2020 $2,930 $124,920 $19,700 $105,220
2019 $2,622 $108,550 $0 $0
2018 $2,622 $108,550 $0 $0
2017 $2,624 $108,550 $0 $0
2016 $2,624 $132,500 $0 $0
2015 $2,920 $132,500 $0 $0
2014 $2,808 $132,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 714515

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 08-27-452-020