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This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 309 E 20th Street S in Newton, IA is listed for $159,000 ($213 per sqft). Built in 1953, the home offers 748 sqft of living space on a 0.17 acres lot.

Agent Description

Well-maintained Southeast Newton ranch located on a quiet street with a fenced backyard! This charming 2-bedroom home offers comfortable living, great updates, and excellent storage. Recent improvements include a newer concrete driveway, attached one-car garage with additional storage, vinyl siding, roof, gutters, replacement windows, and a newer electrical panel.

The inviting kitchen features included appliances, kitchen table and chairs, and recessed lighting added in 2019. The main level offers two comfortable bedrooms and an updated bathroom, making this home functional and move-in ready. The clean lower level provides even more space with a washer and dryer included, storm cellar, and plenty of room for storage and organization.

The fenced backyard offers a great outdoor space for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. With many major updates already completed, this well-cared-for home is a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for an affordable Newton home in a great location. Schedule your showing today!

Key Features

  • Built in 1953
  • 0.17 acre lot

Property Details

1 story
1 full
1953

Amenities

A/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$850/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$115
Interest$689
Insurance$46

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

309 E 20th Street S

Newton, IA 50208

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

EatInKitchenWindowTreatments

Property Details

Flooring

TileCarpet

Construction

VinylSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

Electric (Heating)Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 309 E 20th Street S is listed at $159,000 ($213/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $689 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1953, 0.17 acre lot. Interior Features: EatInKitchen, WindowTreatments.

This property is listed by Jo Jenkins and can be reached at 6415210302 or jojenkins@remax.net.

JJ

Jo Jenkins

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

(641) 521-0302

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · View on Broker Site

MLS# 743228· Source: listhub· Updated 2 days ago

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309 E 20th Street S, Newton, IA 50208

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