NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1028 N Columbus Dr Gilbert, AZ 85234

Val Vista Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $485,961 - $562,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,681 Sq Ft
$305/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 25, 2023

Last sale price $430,000 $256 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,898/month

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Val Vista Lakes Elementary School Rated A-
  • Private Yard
  • 1-minute walk to Lakeside Park

About This Home

As of January 2023

1% CONCESSION OFFERED TO BUYERS MAKING A FULL-PRICED OFFER. Agents, see private remarks for add'l incentives. Right near the charming community garden, this move-in ready home in the ever-popular, gated neighborhood of Val Vista Lakes welcomes you with flowering palm trees flanking the entrance. Inside, you will find vaulted ceilings, tile flooring, and natural light t/o. The kitchen offers an amazing space to host the holidays with the large breakfast bar, granite countertops, and a dining area that leads out to the covered patio and private backyard. There is a main level office making work from home a breeze. The primary suite is a private oasis for the new owners complete with a walk-in closet and ensuite bath. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this wonderful community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Michaud

Orchard Brokerage License #SA664832000 Listed on: 11/17/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Dally

Penfield Properties License #BR569476000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,697

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 5,576 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Private Yard
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,681 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Tile Flooring
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Schools

  • Val Vista Lakes Elementary School
  • Greenfield Junior High School
  • Gilbert High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Community Details

  • Association fees include (see remarks)
  • Castaway Bay HOA, Phone Number (623) 977-3860
  • Castaway Bay Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 44
  • Assessor Parcel Number 309-04-745

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,697

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$42 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Legal Info Range: 6E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HOA #2: N
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 42.17
  • Basement: N
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Directions: Please use GPS.
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Subdivision Name: CASTAWAY BAY
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Association Fees:HOA Fee2: 126.5
  • Dining Area:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Source City Water: Yes
  • Technology:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
  • Living Area: 1681.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Kitchen Features:RangeOven Elec: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Counters: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Grass Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Direct Access: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Wshr/Dry HookUp Only
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Electric: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 126.5
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Castaway Bay HOA
  • Phone: 623-977-3860
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: Y
  • Association Fees:HOA DisclosureAddendum Affirmation: No
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fees:HOA Name4: Castaway Bay HOA
  • Association Fees:HOA Telephone4: 623-977-3860
  • Association Fees:Special Assessment HOA: No
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fee Incl:Other (See Remarks)5: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other (See Remarks)

Schools

  • Elementary School: Val Vista Lakes Elementary School
  • High School: Gilbert High School
  • Junior High Dist: Gilbert Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Greenfield Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5576.0
  • Parcel #: 309-04-745

Building Info

  • Builder Name: UNK

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1697.0
  • Tax Book Number: 309.00
  • Tax Lot: 44
  • Tax Map Number: 4.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2025
Sold by
St Gelais Sara L
Bought by
Sara L St Gelais Revocable Trust and St Gelais
Current Estimated Value
$513,490

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2023
Sold by
Schroeder Diane Marie and St Gelais Sara L
Bought by
Schroeder Diane Marie and St Gelais Sara L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 17, 2022
Closed on
Jan 26, 2023
Sold by
Orchard Property Iii Llc
Bought by
Schroeder Dean A and Schroeder Carol A
Seller's Agent
Laura Michaud
Orchard Brokerage
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Dally
Penfield Properties
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-12.07%
Views
63

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.82%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2017
Closed on
Mar 7, 2017
Sold by
Hewitt Peter D and Hewitt Lynda L
Bought by
Hillis Wesley G and Hillis Alexis S
Seller's Agent
Randi Christel
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
Susan Bates
Realty ONE Group
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.61%
Original Mortgage
$255,150
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2002
Sold by
Hewitt Peter D and Hewitt Lynda L
Bought by
Hewitt Peter D and Hewitt Lynda L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 1996
Sold by
Ford Kathryn
Bought by
Ford David Kent

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 1995
Sold by
Finitz Homes Llc
Bought by
Ford David K and Ford Kathryn B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,850
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 1995
Sold by
Hudson Partners Llc
Bought by
Finitz Homes Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sara L St Gelais Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Schroeder Diane Marie -- None Listed On Document
Schroeder Dean A $430,000 Orchard Title
Hillis Wesley G $280,000 Millennium Title Agency
Hewitt Peter D -- Transnation Title Insurance
Ford David Kent -- --
Ford David K $126,534 Fidelity Title
Finitz Homes Llc -- Fidelity Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hillis Wesley G $255,150
Previous Owner Ford David K $113,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/25/2023 01/25/23 Sold $430,000 -6.3% $256 / Sq Ft
01/09/2023 01/09/23 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2023 01/05/23 Price Changed $459,000 -2.1% $273 / Sq Ft
12/12/2022 12/12/22 Price Changed $469,000 -4.1% $279 / Sq Ft
11/17/2022 11/17/22 For Sale $489,000 +74.6% $291 / Sq Ft
03/22/2017 03/22/17 Sold $280,000 +1.8% $167 / Sq Ft
02/18/2017 02/18/17 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2017 02/16/17 For Sale $275,000 0.0% $164 / Sq Ft
09/20/2013 09/20/13 Rented $1,415 -0.7% --
09/20/2013 09/20/13 Under Contract -- -- --
07/19/2013 07/19/13 For Rent $1,425 +1.8% --
06/24/2012 06/24/12 Rented $1,400 -3.4% --
06/15/2012 06/15/12 Under Contract -- -- --
05/31/2012 05/31/12 For Rent $1,450 -- --
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,597 $24,006 -- --
2024 $1,750 $22,863 -- --
2023 $1,750 $34,750 $6,950 $27,800
2022 $1,697 $27,560 $5,510 $22,050
2021 $1,793 $26,230 $5,240 $20,990
2020 $1,765 $24,480 $4,890 $19,590
2019 $1,622 $22,580 $4,510 $18,070
2018 $1,572 $21,160 $4,230 $16,930
2017 $1,517 $19,680 $3,930 $15,750
2016 $1,874 $19,060 $3,810 $15,250
2015 $1,708 $18,400 $3,680 $14,720
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Laura Michaud

    Orchard Brokerage

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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Jennifer Dally

    Penfield Properties

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  • Randi Christel

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Randi Christel

    HomeSmart

    (602) 370-2396

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Randi Christel
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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Susan Bates

    Realty One Group

    1 Total Sale

    Susan Bates
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  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Christina Good

    American Homes 4 Rent

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Rebekahan Frink

    Century 21-Platinum Real Estate

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6492167

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 309-04-745

Arizona Maricopa County Gilbert 85234 Val Vista

1028 N Columbus Dr, Gilbert, AZ

This home is located at 1028 N Columbus Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85234 since 17 November 2022 and is currently estimated at $513,490, approximately $305 per square foot. This property was built in 1995. 1028 N Columbus Dr is a home located in Maricopa County with nearby schools including Val Vista Lakes Elementary School, Greenfield Junior High School, and Challenger Basic School.

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