Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Newton
Keller Williams Integrity First
(480) 861-4338
139 in this area
204 Total Sales
1028 S 78th St Mesa, AZ 85208
Fountain of the Sun Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,294
Sq Ft
9,148
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Gated with Attendant
- Community Pool
- Franklin at Brimhall Elementary School Rated A
- Clubhouse
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of July 2012GREAT SHORT SALE OPPORTUNITY - THIS CHARMING 2 BED/2 BATH HOME JUST NEEDS A LITTLE TLC BEFORE YOU CALL IT HOME. SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM HAS LARGE PICTURE WINDOW OVERLOOKING FRONT YARD. KITCHEN FEATURES TILE FLOORS AND OPENS TO DINING AREA WITH SLIDING DOOR ACCESS TO LARGE, LOW-MAINTENACE BACK YARD. ENJOY ALL THE AMENITIES FOUNTAIN OF THE SUN HAS TO OFFER! GOLF, SWIMMING, ACTIVITY CENTER, AND MUCH MORE! SOME ITEMS REMAIN IN THE HOME - PLEASE LOOK PAST THIS AND SEE THE VALUE IN THIS SHORT SALE!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Steven Rider
Keller Williams Arizona Realty License #BR007523000 Listed on: 01/02/2012
Last Buyer's Agent
Sherron Lentz
Keller Williams Integrity First License #SA552636000
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,747
Year Built
- Built in 1982
Lot Details
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Desert Landscape
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,294 Sq Ft Home
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Carpet
- Electric Oven or Range
- Laundry in unit
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Adult Elementary School
- Adult Middle School
- Adult High School
Utilities
- Refrigerated Cooling System
- Heating Available
Community Details
Overview
- $658 per year Dock Fee
- Association fees include common area maintenance
- Fountain Of The Sun HOA, Phone Number (480) 984-1434
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Community Pool
Additional Features
- Clubhouse
- Gated with Attendant
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2024
Sold by
Widiger Rodney A
Bought by
Widiger Betty J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Outstanding Balance
$174,771
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$175,999
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 2, 2012
Closed on
Jul 24, 2012
Sold by
Johnson Mary W
Bought by
Widiger Betty J and Widiger Rodney A
Seller's Agent
Steven Rider
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sherron Lentz
Keller Williams Integrity First
List Price
$120,000
Sold Price
$112,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-6.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.08%
Original Mortgage
$98,000
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2002
Sold by
Johnson Robert W
Bought by
Johnson Robert W and Johnson Mary W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,750
Interest Rate
7.18%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 1999
Sold by
Turnbull John G and Turnbull Mildred W
Bought by
Johnson Robert W and Johnson Mary W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,625
Interest Rate
9.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Old Republic Title Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | $112,500 | Security Title Agency | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title Insurance | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title Ins Of Az Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $92,500 | Stewart Title & Trust |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $176,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $98,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $122,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $105,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $84,750 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $78,625 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Price Changed | $399,999 | -3.6% | $309 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | For Sale | $415,000 | +268.9% | $321 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2012 07/30/12 | Sold | $112,500 | -6.3% | $87 / Sq Ft |
| 07/04/2012 07/04/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/02/2012 01/02/12 | For Sale | $120,000 | -- | $93 / Sq Ft |
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,747 | $17,779 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $1,761 | $16,932 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $1,761 | $25,250 | $5,050 | $20,200 |
| 2022 | $1,724 | $19,620 | $3,920 | $15,700 |
| 2021 | $1,746 | $18,170 | $3,630 | $14,540 |
| 2020 | $1,723 | $16,450 | $3,290 | $13,160 |
| 2019 | $1,610 | $15,110 | $3,020 | $12,090 |
| 2018 | $1,545 | $13,860 | $2,770 | $11,090 |
| 2017 | $1,500 | $12,970 | $2,590 | $10,380 |
| 2016 | $1,472 | $13,830 | $2,760 | $11,070 |
| 2015 | $1,383 | $12,400 | $2,480 | $9,920 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mary Newton
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Seller's Agent in 2012
Steven Rider
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
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Beth Rider
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012
Beth Rider
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
(480) 666-0501
1 in this area
1,598 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2012
Sherron Lentz
Keller Williams Integrity First
Map
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
MLS Number: 4695040
APN: 218-67-173
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