Are yards well-kept in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Newton, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Does Newton, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Newton, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Newton, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Newton, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are the streets well-lit in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say streets are well-lit

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Newton, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Newton, IA?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

405 E 3rd St S
Newton, IA 50208

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,397 sqft

$187,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 4, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,264/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$187,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 4, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,264/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,397 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 405 E 3rd St S.
Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1920

Living Area

2,397 sqft

Price/Sqft

$78

Parking

Garage

About this House

Spacious 2 story home with 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. This house offers so much potential for it's next owner to customize, and be creative 4th bedroom on main, is a flexible space that could easily be a playroom/den/office or bedroom. Original woodwork and pocket doors (currently covered and unique flex spaces, like a storage room for wood (off dining room for winter months Open Staircase, many options for a large family. There is also great opportunity behind the house for garage, storage shed, parking. Many rooms are freshly painted recently, kitchen remodeled in past few years. New roof 2019, & new shower this year are some of the updates, More updates have continued as time passes. Seller Motivated bring us a offer

405 E 3rd St S, Newton, IA 50208 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,397 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $89,000 on Jun 1, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $187,800, with a rent estimate of $2,301/month.

Home Details for 405 E 3rd St S

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: StuccoFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: A-frame

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price History for 405 E 3rd St S

Date	Price	Event	Source
06/02/2023		ListingRemoved	NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5621690

05/19/2022	$99,900	ListingRemoved	NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5621690

06/01/2021	$89,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 06/01/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/18/2021	$99,900	Pending	NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5621690

02/10/2021	$99,900	PendingToActive	NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5621690

11/06/2020	$99,900	Pending	Agent Provided

10/26/2020	$99,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $6,000 (-6%)
08/28/2020	$105,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $3,100 (-3%)
07/30/2020	$109,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $10,000 (-8%)
06/25/2020	$119,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

01/30/2011	$89,500	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

09/12/2009	$89,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

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

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$2,466
Assessment	$107,510

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 405 E 3rd St S

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
103 S 8th Ave E, Newton, IA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$166,000	02/23/26	4	2	1,847

Nearby homes

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SOLD
DEC 3, 2025
$165,000
2 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
305 S 5th Ave E,
Newton, IA 50208
RE/MAX Concepts Main Office, Sold
OFF MARKET
Est. $186,700
2 bd
1 ba
1,193 sqft
501 E 4th St S,
Newton, IA 50208
RE/MAX Concepts Main Office, Sold
OFF MARKET
Est. $217,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,731 sqft
516 E 2nd St S,
Newton, IA 50208
RE/MAX Concepts Main Office, Sold

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Assigned Schools

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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
44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
41 % Say there's wildlife
27 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Swhart
Resident
6y ago
"It’s a safe and welcoming community. There are many traditions with and great schools and any school activity you need. "
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Jacob F.
Resident
6y ago
"Town misappropriated tax money and academics are starved to funnel money into a failing athletic program. Drugs are rampant. Crime is increasing. "
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janice g
Resident
7y ago
"People often walk their dogs around the neighborhood. There is no excessive barking to be heard. People clean up after their dogs and dogs are not seen running around loose. The dog park is a short ride away."
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Avarice14
Resident
8y ago
"close to elementary and middle school. close to Hy-Vee. close to YMCA. Park near by. All of these are in walking distance as well as Taco John's, 3 Pizza joints, and Soon to come another Gas station loaded with options. "
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sanneguyer
11y ago
"I live in this neighborhood, and it is very safe and quiet"
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