Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Newton, IA
$235,000Median listing price
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About Newton
- County seat of Jasper County, population 15,760 (2020 census), the largest city in the county. - Former home of the Maytag Corporation headquarters; still home to Maytag Dairy Farms and its famous blue cheese. - Home of Iowa Speedway — "the Fastest Short Track on the Planet" — hosting major NASCAR race weekends. - Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Maytag Park, and a revitalized downtown round out a full-service small city.
Home prices in Newton
The median listing price in Newton is $235,000.
Top places in Newton
- Iowa Speedway (NASCAR race weekends)
- Maytag Dairy Farms (blue cheese tours and retail)
- Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
- Maytag Park and pool
- Historic downtown Newton and the Jasper County Courthouse
Commuting from Newton
- About 30 miles east of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 30–35 minutes via I-80.
Newton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Newton, IA?
The median listing price in Newton is $235,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Newton, IA?
About 30 miles east of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 30–35 minutes via I-80.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.