Seller's Agent in 2025
Brandie Freese
AZ Marketplace Realty
(480) 813-7821
1 in this area
75 Total Sales
1261 E Riviera Dr Tempe, AZ 85282
Alameda Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
8,220
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Granite Countertops
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Double Pane Windows
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
About This Home
As of December 2025Step into a reimagined 1965 classic treasure at 1261 E Riviera Dr, where vintage charm meets 2025 sophistication in a flawless upscale renovation. This single-story sanctuary boasts a clever split floor plan with a true master suite—ideal for families, multi-gen living, investors, or savvy ASU student house-hackers. Whisper ''wow'' at every turn: Gleaming luxury flooring flows underfoot, while all-new appliances—including a chef's gas range and RO lines to the sink and fridge—spark joy in the gourmet kitchen. Custom cabinets glow with accent lighting, framing granite islands perfect for midnight feasts or morning brews. Fresh AC hums quietly, dual-pane windows and doors seal in serenity, and outside, redesigned front-and-back landscaping thrives via auto-irrigation, creating a low-maintenance desert oasis. Gearheads rejoice: The attached 2-car garage shines with epoxy flooring and an EV charger station. Minutes from US 60 and 101, this move-in-ready marvel isn't just a home; it's a smart investment with high-demand location allure in Tempe's buzzing market. Don't let this rare gem slip away!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
AZ Marketplace Realty License #BR509629000 Listed on: 08/23/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,888
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 8,220 Sq Ft Lot
- Desert faces the front of the property
- Block Wall Fence
- Artificial Turf
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Grass Covered Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,000 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Double Pane Windows
- Vinyl Clad Windows
Kitchen
- Kitchen Updated in 2025
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Microwave
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Floors Updated in 2025
- Vinyl Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Bathroom Updated in 2025
- 3 Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School
- Connolly Middle School
- Mcclintock High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Updated in 2025
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include no fees
- Cyprus East Unit 2 Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 443
- Assessor Parcel Number 133-54-443
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 23, 2025
Closed on
Dec 16, 2025
Sold by
Freese Austin
Bought by
Modrynski Jordan
Seller's Agent
Brandie Freese
AZ Marketplace Realty
Buyer's Agent
Heather Openshaw
Keller Williams Integrity First
List Price
$698,000
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,000
-1.86%
Views
89
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-49.58%
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Outstanding Balance
$548,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$123,073
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Fletcher Kimberly G and Gray Kimberly G
Bought by
Freese Austin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$369,000
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 2004
Sold by
Fedorka Daniel A and Easterling Fedorka Lori
Bought by
Fletcher Kimberly G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 1999
Sold by
Salas Thomas Antonia and Salas Dawn Alane
Bought by
Fedorka Daniel A and Easterling Fedorka Lori
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,400
Interest Rate
7.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 1999
Sold by
Bishop Robert F and Lemay Patricia Marie
Bought by
Salas Thomas Antonio and Salas Dawn Alane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,750
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 1994
Sold by
Lemay Patricia M
Bought by
Lemay Patricia Marie and Patricia Marie Lemay Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $365,000 | Chicago Title Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | $200,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $133,500 | Transnation Title Ins Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $105,000 | Transnation Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $369,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $106,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $99,750 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $20,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 12/19/25 | Sold | $685,000 | -1.9% | $343 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/07/2025 11/07/25 | For Sale | $698,000 | 0.0% | $349 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | Price Changed | $698,000 | -0.1% | $349 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | Price Changed | $699,000 | -4.1% | $350 / Sq Ft |
| 08/23/2025 08/23/25 | For Sale | $729,000 | 0.0% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 08/02/2025 08/02/25 | Price Changed | $729,000 | -- | $365 / 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 | $2,032 | $19,491 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $1,864 | $18,563 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $1,864 | $37,670 | $7,530 | $30,140 |
| 2022 | $1,781 | $27,960 | $5,590 | $22,370 |
| 2021 | $1,816 | $25,830 | $5,160 | $20,670 |
| 2020 | $1,755 | $23,820 | $4,760 | $19,060 |
| 2019 | $1,722 | $21,710 | $4,340 | $17,370 |
| 2018 | $1,675 | $19,820 | $3,960 | $15,860 |
| 2017 | $1,623 | $18,320 | $3,660 | $14,660 |
| 2016 | $1,615 | $18,050 | $3,610 | $14,440 |
| 2015 | $1,562 | $16,220 | $3,240 | $12,980 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brandie Freese
-
Heather Openshaw
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Heather Openshaw
Keller Williams Integrity First
(520) 975-9187
1 in this area
517 Total Sales
-
Ronald Pfaff
R
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Ronald Pfaff
Keller Williams Integrity First
(480) 516-7833
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
Map
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
MLS Number: 6900666
APN: 133-54-443
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