Newton & Grinnell Iowa Realty Team

10/29/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Caitlyn Vigil Realtor to the Iowa Realty Newton/Grinnell office!

Caitlyn's roots run deep here through multiple generations. As an experienced agent and proud lifelong resident of our community, she brings valuable local knowledge and a genuine passion for helping people find a place to call home. 🏠

We're excited to have Caitlyn's experience, hometown insight, and love for all things home as part of our team. Welcome aboard, Caitlyn! 💙

💬Connect with Caitlyn at https://caitlynvigil.iowarealty.com/ & 641-831-3343

10/27/2026

🎂 Remember when birthdays felt like the biggest day of the year?

What we may not think about: Not every child has that experience. The cake. The candles. The excitement of opening a gift.
The feeling that the whole day was made just for you.

Let's help make that memory possible for Jasper County kids. 💙

Operation Birthday Bag is rolling along with about 2 weeks to go! Drop off a completed bag or simply bring the supplies and we'll do the assembling.

🎉 Cake mix & frosting
🕯️ Candles
🍽️ Plates & napkins
🎁 Optional $15 gift for ages 1–18

Let's more birthdays come with cake, candles, and big smiles! 🥳

10/26/2026

🚨 NEW PRICE | Southwest Newton Space & Possibilities! 📉

Looking for room to spread out in Southwest Newton? This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers open-concept living, main-floor laundry, and an unfinished basement ready for your future plans.

🚗 Rare 3-car garage with space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or a workshop
✅ Open and inviting layout
✅ Basement with egress windows and plumbing already in place
✅ Convenient access to I-80

💬 Message Listing Realtor Jeremy Dittmer to schedule a tour and start planning your move -more space, more garage, and more potential in a great Southwest Newton location.

Details 👉 https://jeremydittmer.iowarealty.com/realestate/details/27172427/1507-s-10th-avenue-w-newton-ia-50208/749857

10/26/2026

🚨 NEW PRICE | Newton, Iowa 🚨

This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in Newton, Iowa, offers flexibility and room to grow! Spacious additions create endless possibilities, with potential for additional bedrooms, a larger living area, home office, or hobby space.

✅ Large dining area for gathering and entertaining
✅ Expansive family room with flexible layout options
✅ Unfinished basement with storage and future potential
✅ 1-car garage
✅ Radon mitigation system in place

💬 Message Listing Realtor Jeremy Dittmer or your go-to agent to jump on this home at this even more affordable price!

Details 👉 https://jeremydittmer.iowarealty.com/realestate/details/90088949/603-e-13th-street-n-newton-ia-50208/749958

10/25/2026

🏡 Imagine having one team helping you through your entire home journey instead of juggling calls, emails, and appointments with multiple companies.

That's exactly what today's buyers want. And a recent survey found that 87% of homebuyers prefer having their agent, lender, title company, and insurance provider working together.

At Iowa Realty Newton/Grinnell, we make that easy.

💙 Local broker leadership with 20+ years of experience
💙 Experienced local Broker Associates and REALTORS®
💙 Kristi Cummins at HomeServices Lending
💙 Jeff Payden - HomeServices Insurance
💙 Midland Title & Escrow
💙 Iowa Title Company

Everything you need. One trusted team. One place.
Less running around. More communication. More confidence.

Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, downsizing, or investing, we're here to help make the process feel smoother from start to finish.

Iowa Realty Newton/Grinnell: Your One-Stop Shop for Homeownership.

(Source: HomeServices of America survey of 1,000 recent homebuyers nationwide.)

10/23/2026

🧹Do you need to clean your garage before all the winter yuck settles into it?🌨️
It's a beautiful weekend to tackle it! ☀️

Whether you're preparing to sell or just tackling clutter, an organized garage can make a big difference. Think shelves, hooks, and smart storage that keeps everything in its place. https://bit.ly/3TPgQqx

10/23/2026

🏚️ NEW PRICE | Investor Opportunity in Grinnell, Iowa 🔨✨

Calling all investors, renovators, and visionaries! This spacious property offers 5 or possibly 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and the groundwork for an incredible transformation.

✅ New roof
✅ New windows
✅ New 200-amp electrical service
✅ Plumbing roughed in for kitchen and bathrooms
✅ Large lot with cleanup already completed
✅ Architect's restoration plans included

Much of the demo work is done, giving you a head start on bringing this property back to life. Whether you're thinking investment property, multi-generational living, rental income potential, or a custom renovation project, the possibilities are wide open.

📉 Now offered at a new price - Message Listing Realtor Paul Parmley or your favorite agent to explore the opportunities!

https://paulparmley.iowarealty.com/realestate/details/75558270/1309-west-street-grinnell-ia-50112/749302

10/23/2026

🎃 Halloween Curb Appeal Check! 👻🍂

Spooky season is officially here, and homes around town are showing off their Halloween spirit and autumn feels! From creepy skeleton displays to cozy pumpkins and mums, we’re loving all the festive outdoor décor.

Tell us which style fits your home best:

💀 1. Team Spooky – Skeletons, ghosts, and all things haunted
🎃 2. Classic Fall – Pumpkins, mums, cornstalks, and autumn charm
🧡 3. Best of Both – A little spooky, a little cozy
🏡 4. Keep It Simple – Minimal decorating for me

Whether you're creating a haunted masterpiece or a warm fall welcome, seasonal decorations can make your home feel festive and inviting.

Are you decorating for the season this year? Drop your number in the comments...and a photo, too, if you'd like! Be proud of those creations! 😀👇🎃👻

10/23/2026

😨 Do you dare to be scared?
It's Scary on the Prairie at the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens tonight 10/23 and Saturday, 10/24!
Will you survive the scary prairie after sunset?🌆
Let's find out! 🌾💀👻👹

This Friday & Saturday!
Just in time for Halloween, we invite all scare enthusiasts to experience an evening of terror!
TWO nights only.

Prairie Madness was a real condition experienced by the settlers. The tall prairie grasses created feelings of isolation and claustrophobia leading to fits of madness. Many early settlers got lost and died in the prairie.

We DARE you to hike our scare-enhanced trail in the dark!
Can you survive the prairie after the sun sets?

Details & ticket at the link below! 🔗
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/scary-on-the-prairie

* This project was funded in part by a grant from the City of Newton Hotel-Motel Tourism Grant Program.