NOT LISTED FOR SALE

10385 E Observatory Dr Vail, AZ 85641

Estimated Value: $331,000 - $378,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,697 Sq Ft
$204/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 28, 2022

Last sale price $315,000 $186 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,021/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Multiple Garages
  • RV Garage
  • Two Primary Bathrooms
  • Sycamore Elementary School Rated A
  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Mountain View

About This Home

As of September 2022

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the perfect buyer. This two owner property was the home of a noted Astronomer. He was devoted to his science which is reflected in this property. The home is a blank canvas for a new owner. It is a sound modest home that has a great deal of potential with relatively little work. In addition to the 3bed 2 bath home this sale includes a 1224' shop with one bay having an RV door. CAR ENTHUSIASTS WELCOME HERE! It also includes a remarkable one of a kind observatory. The home, shop and observatory take up two lots and there is still one lot to build on. The telescopes do not convey as part of the Real Estate purchase. Speak to the Agent. I must say again -ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTTUNITY

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Nelson

Community Realty Listed on: 08/15/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Tyler Lopez

Long Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,225

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 167 x 221
  • Property fronts an alley
  • Lot includes common area
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Native Plants
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned Pima County - CR3

Home Design

  • Built-Up Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,697 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Paneling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Workshop
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Formica Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Two Primary Bathrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Multiple Garages
  • Parking Pad
  • Garage Door Opener
  • RV Garage

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Schools

  • Sycamore Elementary School
  • Old Vail Middle School
  • Pantano High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Propane
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • New Tucson Unit No. 4 Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,225

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Technology: None
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: from Parcel 305280360New Tucson Unit No 4 Lots 35,36, & 37
  • Building Stories: One
  • Unit Level: 1
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 173.84
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Kitchen Features Number Of Ovens: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Paneling
  • Fireplace: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Laminate
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: 2 Primary Baths, Shower & Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Other
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: FORMICA
  • Living Areas: Family Room, Living Room
  • Laundry: In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
  • Extra Room: Workshop
  • Combined Sq Ft: 1697.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1697.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Slump Block
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • ExteriorFeatures: Native Plants, Workshop
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Block
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Low Care
  • Landscape Rear: Low Care
  • Patio Deck: Covered
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: County
  • Roof: Built-Up
  • Spa: None
  • View: Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Car(s) Pad
  • Garage Carport Feat: Additional Garage, Electric Door Opener
  • Number Of Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 6.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 4.00
  • Rv Parking: Enclosed Garage

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: Tucson Electric
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Propane
  • Main Cooling: Central Air
  • Main Heating: Natural Gas
  • Security: None
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Water Other: trico

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: Paved Street

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.55
  • Lot Dimensions: 167 X 221
  • Lot Features: Adjacent to Alley, Borders Common Area, Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 12.18
  • Lot Sq Ft: 24219.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 13.01
  • Municipality Zoning: Pima County - CR3
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1973

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 305-28-035A
  • Taxes: 2225.00
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Old Vail
  • Elementary School: Sycamore
  • High School: Pantano High School
  • School District: Vail

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2006
Sold by
Nye Derald D
Bought by
Nye Derald D
Current Estimated Value
$346,286
Source: Public Records

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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
Nye Derald D -- None Available
Nye Derald D -- None Available
Nye Derald D -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Sold $315,000 +6.8% $186 / Sq Ft
09/08/2022 09/08/22 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2022 08/19/22 For Sale $295,000 -- $174 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

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 $2,543 $17,279 -- --
2024 $2,225 $16,456 -- --
2023 $2,225 $15,672 -- --
2022 $2,198 $14,926 $0 $0
2021 $2,225 $13,538 $0 $0
2020 $2,139 $13,538 $0 $0
2019 $2,110 $13,485 $0 $0
2018 $1,974 $11,979 $0 $0
2017 $1,976 $11,979 $0 $0
2016 $1,842 $11,447 $0 $0
2015 $1,768 $10,910 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Linda Nelson

    Community Realty

    (520) 907-6000

    2 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Linda Nelson
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  • Tyler Lopez

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Tyler Lopez

    Long Realty

    (520) 918-5270

    14 in this area

    604 Total Sales

    Tyler Lopez
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22221622

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 305-28-035A

Arizona Pima County Vail 85641

10385 E Observatory Dr, Vail, AZ

Not Listed for Sale

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