$1,579,050
SOLD MAY 27, 2025

13051 N 70th St Scottsdale, AZ 85254

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,586 Sq Ft
0.57 Acres

Recently Sold

$440 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Granite Countertops
  • Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School Rated A
  • Santa Fe Architecture
  • Private Yard

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled in the coveted Desert Estates community, this inviting ranch-style home occupies a generous half-acre lot with eye-catching curb appeal. The lush desert landscaping and spacious front ramada create an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy vibrant evening sunsets. Inside, recent upgrades include fresh interior paint, new lighting, a modern kitchen with granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, a buffet bar, extra storage, and refreshed bathrooms. The open-concept living area flows effortlessly into the kitchen and family room, with large windows framing stunning backyard views and sunrise vistas. The primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, dual sinks, and direct access to the backyard retreat. The backyard is an entertainer's dream, boasting a covered patio, built-in BBQ, synthetic lawn, diving pool, fire pit, and striking desert landscaping. A convenient storage room sits on the property's south side. With no HOA and located in the top-rated Scottsdale school district (Sequoya, Cocopah, Chaparral), this home delivers exceptional value. It's close to premier shopping and dining at Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, as well as events like the Barrett-Jackson car auction and WM Phoenix Open. Quick access to the 101 and 51 freeways connects you to Sky Harbor Airport and Downtown Phoenix. Don't miss this move-in-ready desert gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christina Catalano

Real Broker License #SA573558000 Listed on: 04/25/2025

Co-Listed By

Jennifer Spenser

Real Broker License #SA569617000

Last Buyer's Agent

Jonathan Lawson

Compass License #SA686372000

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,600

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Desert faces the back of the property
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Artificial Turf
  • Backyard Sprinklers
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Santa Fe Architecture
  • Roof Updated in 2021
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,586 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Tile Flooring
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Kitchen Updated in 2021
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom Updated in 2021
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Pool

  • Private Pool
  • Diving Board

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Built-In Barbecue

Schools

  • Sandpiper Elementary School
  • Desert Shadows Middle School
  • Horizon High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 79
  • Assessor Parcel Number 175-05-088

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Desert Estates Unit 14 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,600

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Sweetwater & Scottsdale Rd
  • Legal Info Range: 4E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Association Fees Community Facilities District: N
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Basement: N
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Full
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2021
  • Updated Heating or Cooling Units: Full
  • Items Updated Ht Cool Yr Updated: 2019
  • Updated Kitchen: Full
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2021
  • Updated Pool: Full
  • Items Updated Pool Yr Updated: 2017
  • Updated Roof: Partial
  • Items Updated Roof Yr Updated: 2021
  • Parking Spaces Slab Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: W on Sweetwater to 70th St, N on 70th to property on East side of Street
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.57
  • Co List Office Mls Id: realbr001
  • Co List Office Phone: 602-755-3415
  • Subdivision Name: DESERT ESTATES UNIT 14
  • Architectural Style: Territorial/Santa Fe
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Dining Area:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Windows:Dual Pane: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Utilities Butane Propane: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Source City Water: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
  • Living Area: 3586.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Dual Pane, Vinyl Frame
  • Kitchen Features:RangeOven Elec: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: Yes
  • Community Features:BikingWalking Path: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Wall Oven(s): Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Multiple Ovens: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Fire Pit: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Counters: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Storage, Built-in Barbecue
  • Lot Features: Alley, Desert Back, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Back, Irrigation Back
  • Pool Features: Diving Pool, Private
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Tile, Rolled/Hot Mop
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Storage: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Direct Access: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
  • Heating: Electric
  • Security: Security System Owned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Electric: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Biking/Walking Path
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: N
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: $
  • Association Fee Incl:No Fees: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: No Fees

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sandpiper Elementary School
  • High School: Horizon High School
  • Junior High Dist: Paradise Valley Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Desert Shadows Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 24614.0
  • Parcel #: 175-05-088

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Unknown

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4600.0
  • Tax Book Number: 175.00
  • Tax Lot: 79
  • Tax Map Number: 5.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2016
Sold by
Bucci Diane T
Bought by
Bucci Diane T
Current Estimated Value
$1,607,454

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$937,500
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2013
Sold by
Bucci Diane T
Bought by
Diane T Bucci Family Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $937,500 FHA
Closed $183,000 Unknown
Closed $300,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Sold $1,579,050 -1.0% $440 / Sq Ft
05/11/2025 05/11/25 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2025 04/25/25 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $445 / 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 $4,600 $52,240 -- --
2024 $4,491 $49,753 -- --
2023 $4,491 $88,310 $17,660 $70,650
2022 $4,440 $67,170 $13,430 $53,740
2021 $4,455 $60,210 $12,040 $48,170
2020 $4,299 $57,650 $11,530 $46,120
2019 $4,302 $46,810 $9,360 $37,450
2018 $4,141 $42,970 $8,590 $34,380
2017 $3,945 $42,070 $8,410 $33,660
2016 $3,869 $41,670 $8,330 $33,340
2015 $3,538 $41,060 $8,210 $32,850
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6857019

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 175-05-088