$235,000

820 1st Ave E Newton, IA 50208

Estimated payment $1,307/month

Total Views 342
Studio
2 Baths
1,624 Sq Ft
$145 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 2 Kitchens
  • Laundry Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Storage
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

Turn-key renovated duplex located just minutes from downtown Newton. Each unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with functional layouts and abundant natural light. Recent updates include new paint and flooring throughout, updated electrical, two new furnaces, one new A/C unit, and a newer roof. Both units include new appliances. Property is individually metered for utilities and offers laundry located in the basement. Exterior features include two separate 2-car detached garages, providing ample parking and storage for each unit. Major mechanical improvements have already been completed, making this a low-maintenance opportunity for investors or owner-occupants. Ideal as an income-producing property or for house hacking by living in one unit and renting the other. Convenient location near shopping, dining, and local amenities.

Listing Agent

Crystal Arguello

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 02/27/2026

Realty ONE Group Impact

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,196

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 8,480 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 53x160

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • 1,624 Sq Ft Home
  • Storage
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • 2 Kitchens
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0834231015

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,196

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

8,480 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Style: Duplex
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 144.70
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Refrigerators: 2
  • Stoves Total: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Kitchens: 2
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Storage: Yes
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1624
  • Total Sq Ft: 1624

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Brick, Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 4 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Separate Meters: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1947
  • Lot S F: 8480
  • Lot Size: 53X160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0834231015
  • Zoning: RL350

Rental Info

  • Furnished: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1196.00
  • Net Taxes: 1196.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Pcm (Prairie City-Monroe)

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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 $1,196 $74,030 $19,660 $54,370
2024 $1,182 $81,840 $19,660 $62,180
2023 $1,242 $81,840 $19,660 $62,180
2022 $1,190 $71,120 $19,660 $51,460
2021 $894 $65,900 $19,660 $46,240
2020 $894 $56,340 $16,700 $39,640
2019 $936 $49,100 $0 $0
2018 $936 $49,100 $0 $0
2017 $1,186 $49,100 $0 $0
2016 $1,186 $49,100 $0 $0
2015 $1,158 $49,100 $0 $0
2014 $1,114 $49,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/27/2026 02/27/26 For Sale $235,000 -- $145 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $115,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $90,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $132,750 Construction
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 735259

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 08-34-231-015

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