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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • Washer/dryer hook-ups
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Convenient location
  • Open concept floor plans
  • Ceramic tile flooring

Location

609 1st St S, Newton, IA 50208, USA
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Property Overview

1st St South Newton features a high Zumper expert rating of 8.8, indicating a strong appeal for renters, driven by its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and convenient location. Residents benefit from air conditioning, washer/dryer hook-ups, and 24-hour emergency maintenance, with amenities rated a perfect 10. Additionally, the property enjoys a proximity to important amenities, such as a top-rated high school just a quarter-mile away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1st St South Newton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1st St South Newton has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

Hutton - detached 1 car garage3 bed1 bath1,008 sqft
Villa3 bed1 bath1,008 sqft

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Building details

Property details

Units20
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About 1st St South Newton

HomeApartments in Newton 1st St South Newton

Located at 609 1st St S, Newton, IA 50208, USA, 1st St South Newton has 3 bedroom units available.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1st St South Newton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1st St South Newton has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1st St South Newton
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1st St South Newton offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1st St South Newton is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1st St South Newton is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1st St South Newton does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1st St South Newton compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Newton

Median rents as of Oct 12 2025.
Newton
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newton
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$617
December 2023$612
January 2024$618
February 2024$605
March 2024$605
April 2024$575
May 2024$610
June 2024$621
July 2024$633
August 2024$610
September 2024$625
November 2024$635
December 2024$615
January 2025$902
February 2025$916
March 2025$838
April 2025$693
May 2025$650
June 2025$1,050
July 2025$765
August 2025$785
September 2025$732
October 2025$712

Schools near 1st St South Newton

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

112 thomas jefferson dr

newton, IA, 50208

PK, K-4Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Newton near 609 1st St S

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 609 1st St S, Newton

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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