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Newton Real Estate

Quality houses of all styles and prices, townhomes, and condominium and apartment complexes are all available in the Newton area. Friendly neighborhoods dot the foundation of the community, all within easy reach of the city’s significant amenities.

In addition, several senior living communities are located in and near Newton, including: Wesley Park Centre in Newton, offering independent living, assisted living, helpful living, Alzheimer’s and Dementia services and a Health Center; Newton Village in Newton, providing independent and assisted living in one and two-bedroom apartments, as well as short-term living for three days to two months; and Windsor Manor and Mayflower Homes located in Grinnell, just under 30 minutes from Newton.

Moving can be a hectic time. The Newton Chamber of Commerce offers new residents an extensive moving checklist to aid in a smooth transition to the community:

Address Change
• Give the forwarding address to the Post Office four to six weeks before moving
• Charge accounts, credit cards
• Subscriptions: Notice required six to eight weeks prior to moving
• Friends and relatives

Bank
• Transfer funds, arrange check-cashing in new city, if necessary
• Arrange credit references

Insurance
• Notify company of the new location for coverages: life, health, fire and auto

Utility Companies
• Gas, light, water, fuel, garbage
• Get refunds on any deposits made
• Return cable boxes if necessary

Services
• Laundry, newspaper, lawn care, snow removal, changeover of service

Medical, Dental, Prescription Histories
• Ask doctor, dentist, optometrist, chiropractor, etc. for referrals
• Transfer needed for prescriptions, eyeglasses, x-rays
• Obtain birth records, medical records, etc.

Pets
• Ask about regulations for licenses, vaccinations, tags, etc.

Don’t Forget To
• Empty the freezer; plan the use of foods
• Defrost the freezer and clean the refrigerator; place charcoal to dispel odors
• Have appliances serviced for moving
• Clean rugs and/or clothing before moving; have them wrapped
• Check with your moving counselor/company – insurance coverage, packing and unpacking labor, arrival day, various shipping papers, method and time of expected payment
• Plan for special care needs of infants or pets
• Check with Agriculture Department of the new area to see if they have restrictions on plants.

On Moving Day
• Carry enough cash or traveler’s checks to cover the cost of moving services and expenses until you establish a new banking service
• Carry jewelry and important documents yourself or used registered mail
• Plan for the transporting of pets
• Let close friends or relatives know route and schedule, including any overnight stops
• Final check of old residence – double check closets, drawers and shelves
• Leave old keys, garage door openers, broiler pans, landscape/house plans and instruction manuals needed by the new owner with the realtor

At Your New Address
• Obtain certified checks or cashiers checks necessary for closing real estate transaction
• Check on service of telephone, gas, electricity, water and garbage
• Check pilot light for stove, water heater and furnace
• Have appliances checked
• Ask mailman for mail he may be holding for your arrival
• Have new address recorded on driver’s license
• Visit city offices and register for voting
• Register car within five days after arrival

In state
• Obtain inspection sticker and transfer motor club membership
• Apply for state driver’s license
• Register family in your new place of worship
• Register children in school
• Arrange for medical services: doctor, dentist, veterinarian, etc.
• Visit the Chamber of Commerce to see how you can get involved in the community
• Check with your CPA or accountant for tax deductible moving expenses