Step into a piece of Newton's history with this enormous, character-filled home/business that blends classic charm with modern updates. Inside, you'll find stunning hardwood floors and architectural details that highlight its 1900s roots. The main level boasts a spacious living/dining room combo, a cozy family room with an electric fireplace, an updated bathroom and a large kitchen with a walk-in pantry and a mudroom just off the kitchen for added convenience and everyday funtionality. There is also a bonus room that functions as an office. Leading up the original staircase, you will find four generously sized bedrooms, two additional full bathrooms, a bonus sitting room and a convenient second' floor laundry providing plenty of space and flexibility for modern living. With over 1200 sq ft of unfinished basement space, you'll have ample storage or room to expand. Perfect for a home/business setup or use as a full residential home. Half of the main level is currently used as a charming gift shop, offering income potential or a creative store right at home with ample parking in back. The beautiful gardens lead you to the welcoming front entrance. Recent updates include: new roof, attic windows, vinyl privacy fence, shed, furnace, deck and the list goes on! Whether you're drawn to its beauty, need room to grow or are looking for a unique business opportunity, this home offers a rare chance to own a slice of Newton's past with space and flexibility for the future.
Active
$334,500
309 1st Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
5beds
3,027sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$111/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unfinished basement spaceArchitectural detailsUpdated bathroomWalk-in pantryStunning hardwood floorsGenerously sized bedroomsVinyl privacy fence
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Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 06:01pm
Listed by:
Laurie DeMeyer 641-751-6468,
New Horizons Realty
Source: NoCoast MLS,MLS#: 6329850

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,027 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 0834152003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA name: MIR
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $111/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $183,350
- Annual tax amount: $4,624
- Date on market: 7/18/2025
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