About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 716 E 5th Street N in Newton, IA is listed for $364,900 ($77 per sqft). Built in 1900, the home offers 4,725 sqft of living space on a 0.45 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1900
  • 0.45 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
1900

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Some homes simply have a presence you can feel the moment you arrive - this is one of them. Rich in character, generous in scale and thoughtfully designed for everyday living, this one-of-a-kind Newton residence offers over 4,700 finished square feet with 5 bedrooms and 4 baths.

It pairs the craftsmanship of a bygone era with the comfort and functionality buyers appreciate today. Step inside to soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, a grand staircase and generously sized rooms that create an immediate sense of openness rarely found in homes of this era.

The beautifully updated kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a large center island, gas cooktop and double ovens, opening to a stunning vaulted dining room that naturally brings everyone together. Multiple living spaces provide flexibility for entertaining, relaxing, or working from home.

The second floor was designed for comfortable everyday living, offering four bedrooms including a spacious primary suite, three bathrooms and convenient bedroom-level laundry. A private elevator serving every level is a rare feature that enhances accessibility and supports long-term livability without compromising the home's historic character.

The finished third level adds nearly 500 square feet of flexible space for guests, hobbies, or a home office. Outside, the covered porch, mature shade trees, multiple sheds and nearly half-acre lot provide a beautiful setting to enjoy this truly special property.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,952/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$264
Interest$1,581
Insurance$106

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

716 E 5th Street N

Newton, IA 50208

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningAreaSeparateFormalDiningRoomWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

DeckFirePitStorage

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

Stucco

Outdoor Features

Deck

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

BuiltInOvenCooktopDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 716 E 5th Street N is listed at $364,900 ($77/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,951 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1900, 0.45 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, WindowTreatments. Exterior Features: Deck, FirePit, Storage.

This property is listed by Sara Macias.

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Sara Macias

Agent at MCN Holdings Inc

Listed by MCN Holdings Inc · Broker phone: (515) 265-7200 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 746166· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 92 days on PropertySimple

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716 E 5th Street N, Newton, IA 50208

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