Heather Rawlins
Iowa Realty Colfax
(515) 219-8941
289 Total Sales
45 in Newton
$31K - $410K Price Range
709 E 27th St S Newton, IA 50208
Newton AreaEstimated Value: $60,000 - $118,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
768
Sq Ft
$104/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of January 2026Investor Special. 2 Bed, 1 Bath + Backup Power in Newton, IA Looking for your next project? This 768 sq ft, 2 bed, 1 bath home in Newton, IA is small but mighty and it even comes with a Generac generator, so the lights stay on no matter what Iowa throws at you (looking at you, derecho season). This place has great bones, but she's ready for a facelift. Think of it as the perfect blank canvas for your next flip or rental. A little elbow grease now = serious equity later. ? 2 Bedrooms ? 1 Bathroom ? 768 Sq Ft of potential ? Generac generator ? because power outages are for amateurs ? Off-street parking ? Modest yard, low maintenance ? Quiet Newton neighborhood close to everything Whether you're a seasoned flipper or just tired of bidding wars on overpriced rehabs, this one's a no-brainer. Get in, fix it up, and either cash out or cash flow. Pro tip: Smaller house = fewer materials = less money spent = more money in your pocket. Math! Let?s set up a walkthrough before someone else sees the potential.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $859
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 8,742 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 94x141
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- 768 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0835428038
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2025
Closed on
Jan 20, 2026
Sold by
Vanbaale Wendell
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joe Hogan
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Geri Doyle
RE/MAX Results
List Price
$80,000
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-25%
Views
86
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,188
Avg. Annual Appreciation
60.88%
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Outstanding Balance
$79,614
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$574
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Newton, IA
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Heather Rawlins
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Sarah Buchheit
Sarah Buchheit
Pella Real Estate Services
(641) 627-6695
201 Total Sales
3 in Newton
$130K - $170K Price Range
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Darson Grantham
Darson Grantham
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(641) 247-4098
238 Total Sales
4 in Newton
$84K - $164K Price Range
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Angela Veatch
Angela Veatch
RE/MAX Revolution
(515) 489-4285
46 Total Sales
1 in Newton
$213,000 Price
-
Jill Veenstra
Jill Veenstra
Responds QuicklyHome Realty
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322 Total Sales
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Maria Torres
Maria Torres
Responds QuicklyIowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 400-0263
161 Total Sales
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $60,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $80,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2026 01/23/26 | Sold | $60,000 | -20.0% | $78 / Sq Ft |
| 01/05/2026 01/05/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/15/2025 12/15/25 | Price Changed | $75,000 | -6.3% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | For Sale | $80,000 | -- | $104 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
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 | $666 | $77,150 | $18,530 | $58,620 |
| 2024 | $666 | $67,490 | $18,530 | $48,960 |
| 2023 | $780 | $67,490 | $18,530 | $48,960 |
| 2022 | $960 | $58,820 | $18,530 | $40,290 |
| 2021 | $938 | $55,560 | $18,530 | $37,030 |
| 2020 | $938 | $51,850 | $16,850 | $35,000 |
| 2019 | $818 | $45,690 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $818 | $45,690 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $820 | $45,690 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $820 | $45,690 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $794 | $45,690 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $764 | $45,690 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Joe Hogan
JH
Seller's Agent in 2026
Joe Hogan
RE/MAX Revolution
(515) 802-8998
28 Total Sales
-
Geri Doyle
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Geri Doyle
RE/MAX Results
(641) 521-5678
90 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 728123
APN: 08-35-428-038
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