About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 725 E 5th Street N in Newton, IA is listed for $169,000 ($135 per sqft). Built in 1925, the home offers 1,248 sqft of living space on a 0.14 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1925
  • 0.14 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1 full
1-car garage
1925

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Welcome to 725 E. 5th St. N. in Newton! This charming two-story home sits on a nice corner lot and offers a functional layout with plenty of updates. The main level features a spacious living room, dining room, and kitchen, while the second level includes two bedrooms, one of which is generously sized, along with a full bathroom.

The home also features an egress window for added safety and convenience. Major mechanical updates were completed in 2021, including a new water heater, furnace, and air conditioning unit. The basement includes a Speed Queen washer and dryer, approximately two years old.

In 2023, the home received a new roof, siding, and gutters, providing additional peace of mind for the next owner. The property is being sold as-is and includes a sump pump allowance to be installed after closing. The sale also includes a Cinch Buyer's Plus Home Warranty, providing one year of coverage for qualifying mechanical systems, appliances, and more with acceptable offer. With its corner lot, major recent updates, and convenient location, this home is ready for its next owner.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$904/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$122
Interest$732
Insurance$49

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

725 E 5th Street N

Newton, IA 50208

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

SeparateFormalDiningRoom

Property Details

Flooring

VinylCarpetTile

Construction

MetalSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerFreezerRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 725 E 5th Street N is listed at $169,000 ($135/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $904 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1925, 0.14 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: SeparateFormalDiningRoom.

This property is listed by Jo Jenkins.

JJ

Jo Jenkins

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · Broker phone: (515) 276-2872 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 751138· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 20 days on PropertySimple

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725 E 5th Street N, Newton, IA 50208

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