829 N 3rd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
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SOLD
DEC 12, 2025

829 N 3rd Ave E
Newton, IA 50208

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 860 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$60,000

Last Sold: Dec 12, 2025
9% over list $55K
$70/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $379/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$60,000

Last Sold: Dec 12, 2025
9% over list $55K
$70/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $379/mo*
Refinance Your Home
1 Bed
1 Bath
860 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Living Area
860 sqft
Price/Sqft
$70/sqft

Description

Lots of possibilities with this well-priced 1 bedroom/1 bath move-in ready home. Home could easily be made into a 2 bedroom. The home features a walk out basement to a large back yard with plenty of room to add a garage. All appliances stay.
829 N 3rd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 860 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $60,000 on Dec 12, 2025 (9% above the $55,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $60,200, with a rent estimate of $1,103/month.

Home Details for 829 N 3rd Ave E

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 860 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 177

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow,Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0834230004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $55,000Price Per Sqft: $70/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Nov 06 2025

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: 860 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 717474Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 641-417-8135Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19099-N-0834230004-R-N
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Jeremy Dittmer, (641) 417-8135
Iowa Realty Newton
Bought with: Jeremy Dittmer, (641) 417-8135, Iowa Realty Newton
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#717474

Price History for 829 N 3rd Ave E

DatePriceEventSource
12/12/2025$60,000Sold
DMMLS #717474
11/06/2025$55,000PendingDMMLS #717474
10/10/2025$55,000PriceChange
DMMLS #717474
09/02/2025$60,000PriceChange
Iowa Realty #717474
06/18/2025$75,000PriceChange
DMMLS #717474
06/03/2025$84,900PriceChange
DMMLS #717474
05/06/2025$89,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #717474
05/06/2025ListingRemovedN/A
03/19/2025$90,000PriceChange
N/A
02/28/2025$99,999Listed For SaleN/A

Market trends in Newton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$1,506
Assessment$68,080
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 829 N 3rd Ave E

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2 Bungalow Ct, Newton, IA
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$60,000
02/25/26
2
1
816
310 E 11th St N, Newton, IA
0.15
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$117,900
03/30/26
1
1
920
715 N 3rd Ave E, Newton, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$41,600
07/08/26
2
1
832
814 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$106,000
06/30/26
2
1
576
631 S 3rd Ave E, Newton, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$93,500
09/05/25
2
1
1,020
613 E 8th St N, Newton, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$114,900
09/17/25
1
1
768
123 E 8th St S, Newton, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$130,000
11/03/25
2
1
702
1224 1st Ave E, Newton, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$90,000
10/10/25
2
1
868
1326 Crescent Dr, Newton, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$92,000
05/08/26
2
1
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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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