Looking for a peaceful acreage and/or hobby farm? Check out this solidly built 3 bed, 2 bath brick farm home on 6.56 acres which includes a tree grove and approximately 3 acres of clear pasture/hay ground. Located SW of Newton, this custom-built farmstead (which used to raise sheep) has been enjoyed by a wonderful family for 63 years. Home was remodeled and expanded in 1980 by the owner who is a talented Jasper County brick mason/carpenter and features 2 granite stone wood-burning fireplaces, balcony deck, and custom brick landscaping features. Lower level has a walk-out family room, 2 bedrooms and "farmers bathroom". Several buildings on the property include a 40x52 Morton shed, a 30x42 brick garage/shop with loft, plus a 24x28 shed. Property is on Newton City water, new septic installed in 2017. There are a few finishing/cosmetic projects, property is being sold as-is through a Power of Attorney.
Sold for $405,000 on 06/24/24
$405,000
3739 S 48th Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
3beds
6.56Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in 1920
6.56 Acres Lot
$417,900 Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$1,497 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 24, 2024 at 09:01am
Listed by:
Scott Neasham (641)831-2299,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Scott Neasham
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 692810
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Fireplace
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Daylight,Egress Windows,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,419
- Total interior livable area: 1,419 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
Lot
- Size: 6.56 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 1318400013
- Zoning: Ag
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Newton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel