820 1st Ave E Newton, IA 50208
Estimated payment $1,307/month
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.
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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
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 |
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 |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $132,750 | Construction |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 735259
APN: 08-34-231-015
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