Room to roam, room to grow, and timeless character—welcome to 2405 Startown Road in Newton! Situated on a sprawling, flat 1.75-acre lot, this inviting home blends rural charm with convenient access to major highways. Original real hardwood floors add warmth and beauty, while the updated kitchen creates a welcoming place to cook, gather, and entertain. Cedar-lined closets offer a distinctive touch, complemented by fresh interior paint, updated faucets, and replacement of most lighting fixtures.
Looking for room to expand? The approximately 1,300-square-foot unfinished basement offers the opportunity to create additional living space tailored to your needs, subject to permitting and applicable requirements. Imagine a recreation room, home gym, creative studio, or additional gathering space!
Thoughtful improvements include a metal roof and siding installed in 2021, a new water heater in 2026, and a newer HVAC system. Solar panels installed in 2022 will be paid off at closing and convey to the buyers, while a Tesla charger adds everyday convenience.
A two-car attached garage PLUS a three-car detached garage with an included workshop provide exceptional space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, and projects. Outside, the fully fenced backyard invites outdoor gatherings, gardening, and relaxing evenings. Established raspberry, blueberry, and blackberry bushes, muscadine vines, and fig trees bring the pleasure of homegrown fruit right to your backyard.
Located in a USDA-eligible area, this property offers the opportunity for 100% financing for qualified buyers, subject to lender and program approval. Discover the space, versatility, and country charm to make this home your own!
Active
$559,000
2405 Startown Rd, Newton, NC 28658
4beds
2,602sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
1.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original real hardwood floorsCedar-lined closetsFresh interior paintFully fenced backyardTwo-car attached garageUpdated kitchen
- 23 days
- 1,537
- 157
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Aaron Lawler aaron.lawler@eralivemoore.com,
ERA Live Moore
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4434589
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,602
- Total interior livable area: 2,602 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,602
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: 2 car attached garage, 3 car detached garage/ workshop.
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Other - See Remarks
- Fencing: Fenced,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 1.75 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 3721183112710000
- Zoning: PD-IP-CD
- Special conditions: Relocation
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $463,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,426
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan,Relocation Property
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $559,000+9.6%$215/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4434589 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2019 | Sold | $510,000$196/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,426 | $463,400 |
| 2024 | $2,426 | $463,400 |
| 2023 | $2,426 +16.9% | $463,400 +61.9% |
| 2022 | $2,076 | $286,300 |
| 2021 | $2,076 | $286,300 |
| 2020 | $2,076 +63.3% | $286,300 |
| 2019 | $1,271 +8.5% | $286,300 +69.8% |
| 2018 | $1,172 +92.2% | $168,600 |
| 2017 | $610 -17.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $743 | -- |
| 2015 | $743 +3.1% | $417,200 |
| 2010 | $720 | -- |
| 2009 | $720 +6.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $675 | -- |
| 2007 | $675 +15.3% | -- |
| 2006 | $586 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28658
Similar homes
- $574,9003 bd5 ba3.7k sqft3110 Ninth Tee Dr, Newton, NC 28658For Sale
MLS ID #4427024, Michelle Hrin, Realty Executives of Hickory. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID - $775,0004 bd4 ba3.7k sqft1163 Willow Creek Dr, Newton, NC 28658For Sale
MLS ID #4427436, Kelli Moore, RE/MAX Legendary. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID - $399,9006 bd2 ba3.6k sqft300 W J St, Newton, NC 28658For Sale
MLS ID #4434461, Mariette Gagne, MarketPlace Realty, Inc.. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID - $595,0003 bd4 ba3.6k sqft3232 47th Avenue Pl NE, Hickory, NC 28601For Sale
MLS ID #4436548, Miranda Mendel, Nestlewood Realty LLC. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID - $530,0003 bd3 ba2.5k sqft365 Wildlife Club Ln, Taylorsville, NC 28681For SaleMLS ID #4382663, Ashlyn Greene, Howard Hanna Allen Tate Statesville. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $589,0003 bd2 ba2.3k sqft4128 Icard Ridge Rd, Hickory, NC 28601For SaleMLS ID #4430329, Tuffer Howell, Big 6 Properties. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $629,0003 bd4 ba3.7k sqft4056 Shadowood Ln NE, Hickory, NC 28601For SaleMLS ID #4438910, Sandi Dingler, RE/MAX Legendary. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $298,5004 bd3 ba3k sqftnone, Newton, NC 28658For SaleMLS ID #4388178, Reid Gardner, Realty Executives of Hickory. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $499,9003 bd3 ba2.4k sqft4991 Albert Williams Rd W, Connelly Springs, NC 28612For SaleMLS ID #4409865, Annette Abernathy, Realty Executives of Hickory. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $290,0003 bd2 ba2k sqft2012 N Deal Ave, Newton, NC 28658For SaleMLS ID #4376305, Ann Carinci, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Landmark Prop. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $550,0003 bd3 ba2.1k sqft5468 Valley Run St, Hickory, NC 28601For SaleMLS ID #4420015, Andy Haines, Jay Brown, Realtors. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $799,9003 bd3 ba1.9k sqft2107 Jenkins Printing Dr, Newton, NC 28658For SaleMLS ID #4373071, Cathy Lindsey, Keller Williams Unified. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $575,0004 bd3 ba2.3k sqft3486 Mason Spring Dr #10, Lincolnton, NC 28092For SaleMLS ID #4397793, Melita Oaida, Anchor Home Realty. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $620,0004 bd3 ba2.7k sqft1361 State Highway 73, Iron Station, NC 28080For SaleMLS ID #4430609, Yira Garcia Ramos, Lantern Realty & Development, LLC. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $329,9004 bd3 ba2.2k sqft169 8th Ave SW, Conover, NC 28613For SaleMLS ID #4433431, Alicia Debnam, Fathom Realty NC LLC. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $569,0003 bd3 ba1.8k sqft2555 Polo Ln, Maiden, NC 28650New ConstructionMLS ID #4407994, Tom Pistone, Carolina Prestige Estates LLC. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $525,0003 bd3 ba2.1k sqft2106 Lynmore Dr, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673For SaleMLS ID #4316248, Nadine Wynn, Team Nadine LLC. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $650,0003 bd3 ba2.8k sqft183 Falls Ave, Granite Falls, NC 28630For SaleMLS ID #4433129, Kelsea Bentley, Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
- $599,9005 bd3 ba3.1k sqft2295 Shady Grove Rd, Connelly Springs, NC 28612For SaleMLS ID #4408427, Chip Camp, Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC. Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
