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About this home
Step into a rare piece of Newton history with this beautifully restored and updated Main Street residence, originally built in 1848. Perfectly blending timeless character with modern luxury, this one-of-a-kind home offers an exceptional opportunity for homeowners, investors, or those seeking a potential short-term rental or Airbnb property in the heart of downtown Newton. Renovated in 2017, the home showcases original architectural charm, rich hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully updated living spaces. The spacious chef's kitchen features a large granite island, gas cooktop, and inviting breakfast area, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a luxurious tile shower and spa-like atmosphere. Upstairs, you'll find flexible living space ideal for additional bedrooms, a home office, studio, media room, or private guest quarters. An additional 308 square feet of heated and cooled space is not included in the total square footage, providing even more versatility. The home's historic exterior has recently undergone extensive restoration and professional painting, preserving its timeless character while enhancing curb appeal, structural integrity, and long-term value. Outside, escape to your private backyard oasis featuring mature landscaping, a fully fenced backyard, and a charming covered pergola designed for year-round outdoor living. Whether enjoying your morning coffee, hosting gatherings, gardening, or providing a secure space for pets and play, this outdoor retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, functionality, and relaxation. Located just steps from vibrant downtown Newton, you'll enjoy a walkable lifestyle with easy access to local restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, wine bars, boutiques, art galleries, community events, and the popular Newton Farmers Market. Spend weekends exploring local shops, enjoying live music, meeting friends for dinner, or visiting nearby tasting rooms—all just moments from your front door. Whether you're looking for a historic residence, investment property, Airbnb opportunity, or simply a distinctive home with modern updates and small-town charm, this exceptional property delivers it all.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- CAR4382838
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- None
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 12
- On market date
- June 17, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.2:1
- District
- Newton Conover City Schools
- Enrollment
- 633
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
- District
- Newton Conover City Schools
- Enrollment
- 210
- Student:teacher ratio
- 23.3:1
- District
- Newton Conover City Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Newton's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Newton, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 29, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.





