1024 S 3rd Ave E
Newton, IA 50208
1 Bed
1 Bath
732 sqft
1 Bed
1 Bath
732 sqft
Local Information
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Description
If you've been collecting cottage-core inspiration boards, dreaming of fresh flowers, garden paths, and a cozy place to call your own, this charming little home might be your perfect match. This adorable 1-bedroom cottage is packed with character and updates, including a new roof, new flooring, and a recently renovated kitchen that's ready for everything from morning coffee to ambitious pie-baking projects.
Set on a large corner lot, there's plenty of room for gardening, relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying a little extra elbow room. Established perennial landscaping provides colorful blooms throughout the growing season and keeps the yard looking cheerful year after year.
Cute, cozy, and refreshingly manageable, this is the kind of home that proves good things really do come in small packages. Bring your cottage-core dreams, your favorite rocking chair, and maybe a few flower seeds—everything else is already here!
Set on a large corner lot, there's plenty of room for gardening, relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying a little extra elbow room. Established perennial landscaping provides colorful blooms throughout the growing season and keeps the yard looking cheerful year after year.
Cute, cozy, and refreshingly manageable, this is the kind of home that proves good things really do come in small packages. Bring your cottage-core dreams, your favorite rocking chair, and maybe a few flower seeds—everything else is already here!
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$120
Listed
7 days ago
Home Details for 1024 S 3rd Ave E
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 1Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 732 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Vinyl |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: StorageExterior: Deck, StorageFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone |
Frontage Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 12Days on Market: 7 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1900 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: Wood Siding |
Property Information Parcel Number: 0834278017 |
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Price List Price: $87,500Price Per Sqft: $120 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Jul 07 2026 |
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MLS Status: Pending |
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Direction & Address City: Newton |
School Information Elementary School District: NewtonJr High / Middle School District: NewtonHigh School District: Newton |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 741982 |
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Building Area Building Area: 732 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 8712 sqft |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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BasementMls Number: 741982Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (641) 236-6683Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19099-N-0834278017-R-N |
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Days On Market Replication: 12 |
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Bob Craven, (641) 236-6683
RE/MAX Partners Realty
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#741982
Also Listed on DMMLS.
Market trends in Newton
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$184K
$667MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$168
$5MoM
Available listings
146
6MoM
Price History for 1024 S 3rd Ave E
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/07/2026 | $87,500 | Pending | DMMLS #741982 |
| 05/31/2026 | $87,500 | Listed For Sale | DMMLS #741982 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $994 |
| Assessment | $46,080 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1024 S 3rd Ave E
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.28 | Single-Family Home | $117,900 | 03/30/26 | 1 | 1 | 920 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $60,000 | 12/12/25 | 1 | 1 | 860 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $60,000 | 02/25/26 | 2 | 1 | 816 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $130,000 | 11/03/25 | 2 | 1 | 702 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 06/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 520 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $106,000 | 06/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 576 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 06/05/26 | 2 | 1 | 816 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $90,000 | 10/10/25 | 2 | 1 | 868 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $145,900 | 04/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 704 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 1024 S 3rd Ave E.
- Newton Senior High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 790 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI graduated nearly 50 years ago, and with the strong fundamentals I got at NHS I have had a very successful career in health care helping thousands of people. I know the school has changed as has the town, but quality has always been a priority at NHS.Other Review12y ago - Aurora Heights Elementary School
- K-4
- Public
- 260 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Berg Middle School
- 5-8
- Public
- 779 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe only good thing is the principal other then that it sucks and they learn nothingParent Review5mo ago 
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What Locals Say about Newton
At least 49 Trulia users voted on each feature.
92 % Say yards are well-kept
89 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say car is needed
86 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say there are sidewalks
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
62 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say neighbors are friendly
54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
52 % Say streets are well-lit
50 % Say it's quiet
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
41 % Say there's wildlife
27 % Say there are community events
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Agent Phone: (641) 236-6683
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1024 S 3rd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 732 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on May 31, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 741982.