705 S 3rd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
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OFF MARKET

705 S 3rd Ave W
Newton, IA 50208

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,582 sqft

$214,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026

$214,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,582 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Two story home with charm and character. Large, updated kitchen with appliances that remain with the home. Main floor laundry. Current office setting in lower level. Remodeled bath and newer roof. Back deck, enclosed front porch and nice back yard.
705 S 3rd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,582 sqft single-family home built in 1938. It last sold for $177,500 on Jul 12, 2024 (11% below the $199,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $214,000, with a rent estimate of $1,667/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 705 S 3rd Ave W

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1582 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: ElectricHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood, Laminate
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, Wood, FullOther Structures: StorageExterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, StorageFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 250 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 221

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding, Wood SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0833282013

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $199,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jun 05 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Newton
School Information
Elementary School District: NewtonJr High / Middle School District: NewtonHigh School District: Newton

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1582 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 683072Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 641-417-8484Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19099-N-0833282013-R-N
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Toni Peska, (641) 417-8484
Iowa Realty Newton
Bought with: BETH DAVIS, (515) 988-7694, Iowa Realty South
Source: DMMLS, MLS#683072

Price History for 705 S 3rd Ave W

DatePriceEventSource
07/12/2024$177,500Sold
DMMLS #683072
06/05/2024$199,900PendingDMMLS #683072
05/01/2024$199,900PendingToActiveDMMLS #683072
04/22/2024$199,900PendingDMMLS #683072
02/06/2024$199,900PriceChange
DMMLS #683072
01/04/2024$205,000PriceChange
DMMLS #683072
11/16/2023$209,900PriceChange
DMMLS #683072
10/30/2023$213,900PriceChange
DMMLS #683072
10/17/2023$216,900PriceChange
DMMLS #683072
10/06/2023$219,500Listed For SaleDMMLS #683072
09/01/2017$120,000Sold
NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5459152
07/27/2017$124,900PendingAgent Provided
07/18/2017$124,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/15/2012$75,100Sold
NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5446779
05/10/2012$79,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/29/2012$79,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/31/2011$79,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/14/2011$89,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/05/2011$162,703Sold
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Market trends in Newton

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$184K
Sale-to-List Price
98.4%
Price per sq ft
$164
Available listings
140
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,562
Assessment$220,790
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 705 S 3rd Ave W

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
625 S 3rd Ave W, Newton, IA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$122,500
01/13/26
3
1.5
1,620
619 S 4th Ave W, Newton, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$177,900
09/12/25
3
1
812
615 S 8th Ave W, Newton, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$180,000
08/22/25
3
1.5
1,375
618 S 6th Ave W, Newton, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$275,500
05/22/26
4
2
1,631
600 S 3rd Ave W, Newton, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$187,000
07/25/25
4
3
2,044
324 W 3rd St S, Newton, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$236,200
06/23/26
3
1.5
1,948
613 S 4th Ave W, Newton, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$147,000
05/29/26
2
1.5
780
611 W 2nd St S, Newton, IA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$227,130
09/03/25
3
2
1,465
325 W 8th St S, Newton, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$63,829
12/10/25
3
1.5
1,376

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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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  • Swhart
    "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.
    "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
    "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
    "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
    "I live in this neighborhood, and it is very safe and quiet"
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