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$138,000$75 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $138,500 on Oct 30, 2025

701 E 5TH ST N

NEWTON, IA 50208
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,852 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (NOS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Oct 14, 2025.

Valuation

$138K
$126K low$150K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,500 · Oct 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,130 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$196,570 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$213,030
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,570

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJASPER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 324 ft²Porch · 208 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Emerson Hough Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
H
Newton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Berg Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Newton Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50208These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,240
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.130 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,505
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

701 E 5th St N measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 76% of homes in Jasper County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Newton 50208
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Newton 50208
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Jasper County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Jasper County

What homes are worth in Newton 50208

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$57K$560K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Newton 50208.

How it measures up in Newton 50208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 50208.

Estimated value$138,000
CheaperTypical $177,254Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$75
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,852 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 701 E 5th St N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 50208Jasper County
Estimated valuepricier than$138,00032% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$757% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,852 ft²82% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac43% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than194035% of homes34% of homes

About 701 E 5th St N

How much is 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA is $138,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $125,696 to $150,304. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA last sell?

701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA last sold on Oct 30, 2025 for $138,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA?

701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,852 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA built?

701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA?

701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA is assigned to Emerson Hough Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Newton High School (high), rated C; Berg Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Newton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA compare to other homes in Newton 50208?

Among the 7,270 homes in Newton 50208, it is worth more than 32% of them ($138,000 against a typical $177,254), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($75 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,852 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1940 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Jasper County, it is worth more than 24% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 701 E 5th St N, Newton, IA was $4,130. The county assessed it at $196,570.

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