5664 Island AvenueNewton, IA 50208

Farm/Ranch · 5 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1 Half Bath · 3 Three Quarter Baths · 4,289 Sq. ft. | 7.97 Acres
$889,000 Active
Brokerage Compensation
  • Broker Compensation: 2.00%

5664 Island Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
288 days
Visits:
1,863

Located northeast of Newton, Iowa, in Jasper County, this classic brick home sits offers over 4,000 square feet of living space on 7.97 acres - ideal for relaxed country living. With 5 bedrooms and 3.75 bathrooms, there’s room to spread out, gather, and make the space your own. Multiple living areas add flexibility, including a large family room with built-ins, a formal dining room with a fireplace, and a comfortable, light-filled sitting room with patio access that create easy flow for daily life and entertaining. The kitchen is a stand-out with an open, functional workspace, ready for everyday life or entertaining those larger get-togethers, and featuring an island, gas cooktop, double ovens, stainless steel appliances, and nearby laundry. Upstairs includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms, highlighted by a generous primary suite with marble-look tile floors, double vanity, soaking tub, porcelain shower, and walk-in closet. The lower level adds even more usable space with an egress bedroom, colorful glass doors, and rooms that adapt easily for guests, hobbies, or work-from-home needs. Outside, enjoy wide-open views, patio space, a detached 2+ car garage, and the quiet that comes with rural living, all while remaining a short drive from Newton or Grinnell. As a unique finishing note, this home also carries real historical significance, having once served as a stop along the Underground Railroad, adding depth and character to an already special property.

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5664 Island Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Farm/Ranch
  • Sq. ft. 4,289
  • Price/Sq.ft. $207
  • Lot 7.97 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: false

School Information

  • School District: Newton

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1857

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Jasper
  • MLS Area Major: Newton
  • Postal City: Newton

Rent/Lease Information

  • Lease Considered: false

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8205.21

General Information

  • Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
  • Parcel Number: 0919400005
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: false
  • Zoning: Ag

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: true

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5

Building Interior

  • Below Grade Finished Area: 441.0
  • Building Area Total: 4289.0

General Information

  • Appliances: Built-In Oven,Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Fireplace: true
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
  • Foundation Details: Block,Brick/Mortar,Poured,Stone
  • Interior Features: Dining Area,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 4289.0
  • Stories: 2

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Acres: 7.97
  • Lot Size Area: 7.97
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 347173.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Water Source: Rural

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Attached Garage: false
  • Construction Materials: Brick,See Remarks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered,Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

5664 Island Avenue Neighborhood

Community

50208 (Newton) Demographics

42
Median Age
123
Population Density (per sq. mile)
27%
College Educated
$51,428
Estimated Median Income
5,613
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,332
Estimated Total Renters
71% / 29%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

5664 Island Avenue Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

5664 Island Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$270,569
Average List Price
$176
Average Price per Square Foot
24
Properties Sold
107
Average Days on Market
176
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

5664 Island Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
4/30/2026Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$889,000 -2.7%
Toni Peska
Listing Agent
3/4/2026Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$914,000 -3.2%
Toni Peska
Listing Agent
10/30/2025Source: Des Moines Area Price Reduction
$944,000 -2.6%
Toni Peska
Listing Agent
9/15/2025Source: Des Moines Area Added to Database
September 15, 2025
Toni Peska
Listing Agent
Listing provided courtesy of Iowa Realty Newton- MLS# 726267MLS ProviderContact Information: 641-417-8484