$242,000
SOLD JAN 19, 2016

1059 S 81st St Mesa, AZ 85208

Fountain of the Sun Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,835 Sq Ft
9,239 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$132 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Gated with Attendant
  • Solar Power System
  • Franklin at Brimhall Elementary School Rated A
  • Heated Spa
  • RV Parking in Community

About This Home

As of October 2024

Active Adult 55+ Gate community, FOUNTAIN OF THE SUN! Enjoy this country club & golf community offering lakes, billiards, top of the line golf course, post office, you name it, we have it here! Lots of planned activities: pickle ball, yoga, arts & crafts, card room, shuffleboard, on site Rochester's restaurant which is opened daily. Beautiful updated 3 bedroom home! Fully updated kitchen with granite counter-tops, large laundry room, smooth ceilings with updated lighting thru-out home. Updated baths, double sinks in master and a large walk-in closet. AZ room that opens onto a very large covered patio area on a large lot. This property shows like a model home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kim Webster

HomeSmart License #SA540465000 Listed on: 12/01/2015

HomeSmart

Last Buyer's Agent

Richard Ervin

Realty Executives License #SA538551000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,737

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 9,239 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Sprinklers on Timer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,835 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Solar Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Heated Spa
  • Heated Pool

Schools

  • Adult Elementary And Middle School
  • Adult High School

Utilities

  • Refrigerated Cooling System
  • Heating Available
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Solar Power System
  • Covered patio or porch

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 822
  • Assessor Parcel Number 218-62-298

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Fosha Association, Phone Number (480) 984-1434
  • Fosca Association, Phone Number (480) 380-4000
  • Association Phone (480) 380-4000
  • Built by UDC
  • Fountain Of The Sun Parcel No 4 Subdivision, San Rafael Floorplan
  • RV Parking in Community

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Heated Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Security

  • Gated with Attendant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,737

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Broadway & 80th
  • Legal Info Range: 7E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • HOA #2 Name: FOSCA
  • HOA #2 Phone Number: 480-380-4000
  • HOA #2: Y
  • HOA #3 Fee: N
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Recreation Center Fee 2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 65.75
  • Basement: N
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Full
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2013
  • Updated Floors: Partial
  • Items Updated Floor Yr Updated: 2007
  • Updated Kitchen: Full
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2011
  • Updated Roof: Full
  • Items Updated Roof Yr Updated: 1999
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Directions: Enter at main gate off of Broadway & 80th St. Ask gate guard for map and directions.
  • Master Model: San Rafael
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family - Detached
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Subdivision Name: FOUNTAIN OF THE SUN PARCEL NO 4
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Efficiency: Solar Panels, Sunscreen(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Association Fees:HOA Fee2: 789.0
  • Dining Area:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Laundry:Washer Included: Yes
  • Laundry:Dryer Included: Yes
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Technology:High Speed Internet Available: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Spa Features: Community, Heated, None
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm, Double Vanity, High Speed Internet
  • Living Area: 1835.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Fireplace:No Fireplace: Yes
  • Community Features:Golf Course: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:RangeOven Elec: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Dishwasher2: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Community Features:Gated Community2: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: Yes
  • Community Features:Community Pool Htd: Yes
  • Community Features:Community Spa Htd: Yes
  • Community Features:Guarded Entry: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Disposal2: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Refrigerator2: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Community Features:On-Site Guard: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Arizona RoomLanai: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: None
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s), Patio
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
  • Pool Features: Community, Heated, None
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Painted, Stucco, Frame - Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Electric Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Electric Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Attch_squote_d Gar Cabinets: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Refrigeration, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Security: Gated Community, Security Guard
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Electric: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Guarded Entry, Golf
  • Amenities: Club, Membership Opt, Management, Rental OK (See Rmks), RV Parking
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: FOSCA
  • Association Name: FOSHA
  • Association Phone #2: 480-380-4000
  • Phone: 480-984-1434
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: Y
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 200.0
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fees:HOA Name4: FOSHA
  • Association Fees:HOA Telephone4: 480-984-1434
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee: 1250.0
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fee Incl:Common Area Maint3: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency 2: Annually
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: $
  • Association Fee Incl:Street Maint: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Adult
  • High School: Adult
  • Middle Or Junior School: Adult

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9239.0
  • Parcel #: 218-62-298
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Building Info

  • Builder Name: UDC

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1737.0
  • Tax Book Number: 218.00
  • Tax Lot: 822
  • Tax Map Number: 62.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2024
Closed on
Sep 25, 2024
Sold by
Gallagher Shirley A
Bought by
Peterson Family Trust and Peterson
Seller's Agent
Brent Heiden
Iannelli and Associates
Buyer's Agent
jeff franklin
My Home Group Real Estate
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$448,377

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,623
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.45%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2015
Closed on
Jan 12, 2016
Sold by
Fizzell Richard N and Fizzell Judith S
Bought by
Gallagher John P and Gallagher Shirley A
Seller's Agent
Kim Webster
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
Richard Ervin
Realty Executives
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$242,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-3.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.38%
Original Mortgage
$363,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 2010
Sold by
Gutekunst Thomas A and Gutekunst Brenda J
Bought by
Fizzell Richard N and Fizzell Judith S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2005
Sold by
Sortman Thomas E and Sortman Cathy J
Bought by
Gutekunst Thomas A and Gutekunst Brenda J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,200
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1998
Sold by
Mosack Bonnie P
Bought by
Sortman Thomas E and Sortman Cathy J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 1995
Sold by
Helms Robert Dennis
Bought by
Mosack Bonnie P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$32,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $450,000 Pioneer Title Agency
Warranty Deed $242,000 Clear Title Agency Of Az Llc
Cash Sale Deed $153,500 Grand Canyon Title Agency In
Warranty Deed $261,500 Title Guaranty Agency Of Az
Warranty Deed $140,000 Transnation Title Ins Co
Warranty Deed -- United Title Agency
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $363,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $209,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $32,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Sold $450,000 0.0% $245 / Sq Ft
08/24/2024 08/24/24 Pending -- -- --
08/17/2024 08/17/24 For Sale $450,000 +86.0% $245 / Sq Ft
01/19/2016 01/19/16 Sold $242,000 -3.2% $132 / Sq Ft
12/12/2015 12/12/15 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2015 12/01/15 For Sale $249,900 -- $136 / Sq Ft
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 $1,710 $22,351 -- --
2024 $1,876 $21,286 -- --
2023 $1,876 $30,070 $6,010 $24,060
2022 $1,835 $23,550 $4,710 $18,840
2021 $1,885 $21,830 $4,360 $17,470
2020 $1,860 $19,900 $3,980 $15,920
2019 $1,723 $18,630 $3,720 $14,910
2018 $1,645 $17,350 $3,470 $13,880
2017 $1,594 $16,360 $3,270 $13,090
2016 $1,565 $17,710 $3,540 $14,170
2015 $1,737 $16,060 $3,210 $12,850
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Brent Heiden

    Iannelli and Associates

  • j

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    jeff franklin

    My Home Group Real Estate

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Kim Webster

    HomeSmart

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Richard Ervin

    Realty Executives

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 5368401

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 218-62-298

Arizona Maricopa County Mesa 85208 Fountain of the Sun

1059 S 81st St, Mesa, AZ

This home is located at 1059 S 81st St, Mesa, AZ 85208 and is currently priced at $242,000, approximately $131 per square foot. This property was built in 1986. 1059 S 81st St is a home located in Maricopa County with nearby schools including Jefferson Elementary School, Franklin at Brimhall Elementary School, and Franklin West Elementary School.

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