Charming 2-Bed, 1-Bath Investment Opportunity in Newton, MS! This 1923-built property offers incredible potential with a 1,640 sq. ft. layout situated on a spacious 2.7-acre lot. Perfectly priced at just $45,000, this property provides an excellent value for investors seeking a profitable flip or rental. This home offers substantial room for equity growth. The expansive lot provides endless opportunities for outdoor use or development. Located in the heart of Newton, close to amenities and schools. Bring your vision and transform this charming property into a gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
2.7 acresLot Size
$64Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ralph Harvey• Listwithfreedom.Com
Contact: Ralph@listwithfreedom.com
Bought with Shannon Abney• ERA PowerMark Properties
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Market trends in 39345, MS
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
94.6%
+3.7% MoM
Median sale price
$94,479
$52K MoM
Avg. days on market
16d
10 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 655 Lawrence Bethel Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLSU #4107392
May 30, 2025
Sold
*
May 23, 2025
Pending
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Apr 7, 2025
Price Changed
$39,900
$26/sq ft
Mar 20, 2025
Listed
$45,000
$29/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 18, 2005
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$441 (−35.9%)
2024
$689 (−0.8%)
2022
$694 (+8.4%)
2021
$641
Tax history for 655 Lawrence Bethel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$441 (−35.9%)
2024
$689 (−0.8%)
2022
$694 (+8.4%)
2021
$641
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.7 Acres
Year renovated
1923
Sq. Ft.
1,531
Year built
1923
Style
Other
County
Newton County
APN
046R-06-00-012.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Interior Features
Rooms Total: 4
Flooring: Wood
Laundry Features: Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Structure Type: House
Building Area Total: 1,531
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built Source: Public Records
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 117,612
Lot Size Acres: 2.7
Lot Size Dimensions: 535x243x527x245
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $689
Tax Year: 2024
Parcel Number: 046r-06-00-012.00
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
No
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Location
Location Information
Directions: Head south on MS-15 S. Turn right onto Bethel Roberts Rd. Turn right onto Newton Bethel Rd. Turn left onto Lawrence Bethel Rd. Destination will be on the right
UnparsedAddress: 655 Lawrence Bethel Road, Newton, MS 39345
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,531
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.7 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 1923
County: Newton County
APN: 046R-06-00-012.00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Newton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
N H Pilate Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
2/10
Newton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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