NOT LISTED FOR SALE

10485 E Observatory Dr Vail, AZ 85641

Estimated Value: $348,000 - $377,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,210 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 31, 2021

Last sale price $285,000 $129 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,141/month

148 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Garage
  • RV Gated
  • Mountain View
  • Sycamore Elementary School Rated A
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of March 2021

Beautiful Ranch Home in the Santa Rita Mountains that backs up to the old Vail Golf Course. Mature trees in an established neighborhood provide beauty and shade. Quail run throughout the neighborhood. Brand new HVAC system installed in 2019. Within walking distance to the coveted Sycamore grade School and Corona De Tucson middle school rated 9/10. 3 large bedrooms each with a walk-in closet. Beamed fireplace room looks out over the golf course. This home has many pluses and is a must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Johanna Rhodes

Keller Williams Southern Arizona Listed on: 10/27/2020

Keller Williams Southern Arizona

Last Buyer's Agent

Alexis Chavez

Realty Executives Arizona Territory

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,339

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 61 x 115
  • Lot includes common area
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Native Plants
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Pima County - CR3

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,210 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Extra Deep Garage
  • Driveway
  • RV Gated

Schools

  • Sycamore Elementary School
  • Corona Foothills Middle School
  • Vail Dist Opt High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Doors with lever handles
  • North or South Exposure
  • Covered patio or porch

Community Details

Overview

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

Recreation

  • Jogging Path
  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,339

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Technology: Cable TV, High Speed Internet
  • Accessibility Options: Door Levers
  • Legal Description: New Tucson Unit No 4 Lot 45
  • Building Stories: One
  • Unit Level: 1
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 133.48
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Shower & Tub
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Pane Windows, Skylights, Walk In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Bee Hive, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: granite
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Cabinet
  • Living Areas: Family Room, Great Room
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: None
  • Combined Sq Ft: 2210.00
  • Interior Steps YN: Y
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Lazy Susan
  • Main House Sq Ft: 2210.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Slump Block
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Native Plants
  • F E M A Flood Zone: TBD
  • Fence: Block
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Low Care
  • Landscape Rear: Low Care
  • Patio Deck: Covered
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: County
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: None
  • View: Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: Attached Garage/Carport, Extended Length
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 2.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Rv Parking: Gate, Space Available

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TriCo
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Main Heating: Heat Pump
  • Security: None
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: Jogging/Bike Path, Walking Trail

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Vail
  • Elementary School: Sycamore
  • Middle School: Corona Foothills
  • High School: Vail Dist Opt

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 61 x 115
  • Lot Features: Borders Common Area, North/South Exposure, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 39.84
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 38.49
  • Municipality Zoning: Pima County - CR3
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1984

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 305-28-0450
  • Taxes: 2339.43
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Corona Foothills
  • Elementary School: Sycamore
  • High School: Vail Dist Opt
  • School District: Vail

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2020
Closed on
Mar 23, 2021
Sold by
Dumas Tara
Bought by
Duckett Keith E
Seller's Agent
Johanna Rhodes
Keller Williams Southern Arizona
Buyer's Agent
Alexis Chavez
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Total Days on Market
148
Current Estimated Value
$362,250

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$77,250
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.92%
Original Mortgage
$275,217
Outstanding Balance
$250,427
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$111,823

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2020
Sold by
Dumas Tara and Gustafson James
Bought by
Dumas Tara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2017
Closed on
Feb 14, 2018
Sold by
Bartalone Douglas R and Bartalone Melissa Vail
Bought by
Dumas Tara and Gustafson James
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Anderson
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brent McMillan
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$200,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.49%
Original Mortgage
$186,202
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2013
Closed on
Aug 12, 2013
Sold by
Bartalone Melissa Vail
Bought by
Bartalone Douglas R
Seller's Agent
Marge Peck
ProSmart Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non-MLS Agent
Non-MLS Office
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-9.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.39%
Original Mortgage
$137,750
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2013
Closed on
Aug 8, 2013
Sold by
Thompson Bruce and Thompson Maureen
Bought by
Bartalone Melissa Vail
Seller's Agent
Marge Peck
ProSmart Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non-MLS Agent
Non-MLS Office
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-9.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,750
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2013
Closed on
Jul 18, 2013
Sold by
Stone Mountain Investments Llc
Bought by
Thompson Bruce and Thompson Maureen
Seller's Agent
Marge Peck
ProSmart Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non-MLS Agent
Non-MLS Office
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-9.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,750
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2006
Sold by
Thompson Bruce D and Thompson Maureen J
Bought by
Stone Mountain Investments Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,100
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2006
Sold by
Stone Mountain Investments Llc
Bought by
Thompson Bruce D and Thompson Maureen J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,100
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2006
Sold by
Williams Jack
Bought by
Stonemountain

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2003
Sold by
Williams Janie Lynette
Bought by
Williams Jack

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,400
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2003
Sold by
Gruss Raymond J and Gruss Ray
Bought by
Williams Jack

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,400
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2000
Sold by
Miles Donald and Miles Lavora
Bought by
Gruss Ray

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1998
Sold by
Kopfle Robert M and Kopfle Sue A
Bought by
Miles Donald and Miles Lavora

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Duckett Keith E $285,000 Pioneer Title Agency Inc
Dumas Tara -- Solidifi Title
Dumas Tara $200,000 Signature Title Agency Of Ar
Bartalone Douglas R -- None Available
Bartalone Douglas R -- None Available
Bartalone Melissa Vail -- Fidelity National Title Agen
Bartalone Melissa Vail -- Fidelity National Title Agen
Bartalone Melissa Vail $145,000 Fidelity National Title Agen
Thompson Bruce -- Fidelity National Title Agen
Thompson Bruce -- Fidelity National Title Agen
Stone Mountain Investments Llc -- Tlati
Thompson Bruce D -- Tlati
Stonemountain $179,550 None Available
Williams Jack -- --
Williams Jack $168,000 --
Gruss Ray $94,000 --
Miles Donald $135,000 Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Duckett Keith E $275,217
Previous Owner Dumas Tara $149,000
Previous Owner Dumas Tara $186,202
Previous Owner Bartalone Douglas R $136,000
Previous Owner Bartalone Melissa Vail $137,750
Previous Owner Thompson Bruce D $205,100
Previous Owner Williams Jack $134,400
Previous Owner Miles Donald $91,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2021 03/31/21 Sold $285,000 0.0% $129 / Sq Ft
03/01/2021 03/01/21 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2020 10/27/20 For Sale $285,000 +42.5% $129 / Sq Ft
02/15/2018 02/15/18 Sold $200,000 0.0% $90 / Sq Ft
01/16/2018 01/16/18 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2017 12/04/17 For Sale $200,000 +37.9% $90 / Sq Ft
08/15/2013 08/15/13 Sold $145,000 -9.4% $66 / Sq Ft
04/24/2013 04/24/13 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2013 04/12/13 For Sale $160,000 -- $72 / 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
2024 $2,619 $18,249 -- --
2023 $2,619 $17,380 $0 $0
2022 $2,438 $16,552 $0 $0
2021 $2,468 $15,013 $0 $0
2020 $2,372 $15,013 $0 $0
2019 $2,339 $15,846 $0 $0
2018 $2,189 $12,969 $0 $0
2017 $2,139 $12,969 $0 $0
2016 $1,987 $12,352 $0 $0
2015 $1,907 $11,763 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22027059

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 305-28-0450