3404 S 12th Ave W, Newton, IA, 50208
About This Home
Experience the perfect blend of privacy, space, and convenience with this exceptional walkout acreage located just minutes from town. Situated on 1.42 acres with county taxes, this custom-built two-story offers 3,756 finished square feet designed for comfortable living and entertaining. The home features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, multiple gathering spaces, a wood-burning fireplace, and a walkout lower level with a custom theater area and full wet bar. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, two quartz-composite sinks, beverage refrigerators, updated stainless steel appliances, and plenty of room to host. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and private bath with a jetted tub and tiled shower with body jets. Dual laundry areas on the main and lower levels provide added convenience. Recent improvements include a new A/C in 2023, newer Gerkin windows, Hardie siding, professional landscaping and retaining walls, and a new driveway in 2025. The heated 696-square-foot attached garage features a new floor and side-mount opener. A new septic tank and distribution box are scheduled for installation. Enjoy more than 500 square feet of deck space, a newly added patio, storage shed, and invisible pet fence. A rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful acreage living with easy access to town amenities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1974
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Wet Bar,Dining Area,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Fireplace
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Fireplace Screen
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,188
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,568
- Total interior livable area: 2,568 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0832353008
- Zoning: RES
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Open,Patio
- Exterior features: Deck,Patio,Storage
Lot
- Lot size: 1.42 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage,Heated Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hail
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Ice Storm
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,628 | $31,536 |
| Home Insurance * | $465 | $5,580 |
| Property Taxes | $411 | $4,932 |
| Electricity | $191 | $2,298 |
| Total | $3,695 | $44,340 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $509,900 |
| 2026-07-24 | Price change | $519,900 |
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $524,900 |
| 2026-06-16 | Listed for sale | $549,900 |
| 2026-05-05 | Listing removed | $589,900 |
| 2026-04-30 | Price change | $589,900 |
| 2026-04-16 | Price change | $599,900 |
| 2026-04-01 | Price change | $609,900 |
| 2026-03-18 | Price change | $614,900 |
| 2026-03-05 | Price change | $619,900 |
| 2026-02-20 | Listed for sale | $629,900 |
| 2023-03-08 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-01-23 | Pending sale | $385,000 |
| 2023-01-18 | Listed for sale | $385,000 |
| 2021-12-13 | Sold | $355,000 |
| 2021-10-29 | Pending sale | $360,000 |
| 2021-10-25 | Listed for sale | $360,000 |
| 2018-05-21 | Sold | $102,000 |
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