1409 E Cortez St Phoenix, AZ 85020
North Mountain Village NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,516/month
Highlights
- Outdoor Pool
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Quartz Countertops
- City Lights View
- 1 Fireplace
- No HOA
About This Home
A rare find in Phx's sought-after 85020 zip code, this hillside gem sits on an elevated lot in a quiet, established neighborhood & captures mountain & city-light views alongside a sparkling pool- an exceptional combo at this price point. Inside, vaulted ceilings, wood-look tile, a remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances, & an updated bathrm create a comfortable, move-in-ready feel, complemented by key system improvements. The backyard is perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or designing your own private retreat with room to personalize. No HOA, low taxes, Paradise Valley schools. Ideally located minutes from SR-51, I-17, & Loop 101, near shopping & dining along the Central Avenue Corridor & Moon Valley Towne Center, & just moments from the Phx Mntn Preserve.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $572
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 5,944 Sq Ft Lot
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Chain Link Fence
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Property Views
- City Lights
- Mountain
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Built-Up Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,284 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Laundry in unit
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Larkspur Elementary School
- Shea Middle School
- Shadow Mountain High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- Electric Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- North or South Exposure
- Outdoor Pool
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include no fees
- Las Bonitas Alturas Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 9 / 15
- Assessor Parcel Number 159-20-136-A
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $572 | $6,604 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $644 | $6,289 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $644 | $23,370 | $4,670 | $18,700 |
| 2022 | $270 | $18,000 | $3,600 | $14,400 |
| 2021 | $274 | $16,730 | $3,340 | $13,390 |
| 2020 | $265 | $15,550 | $3,110 | $12,440 |
| 2019 | $266 | $12,260 | $2,450 | $9,810 |
| 2018 | $256 | $10,980 | $2,190 | $8,790 |
| 2017 | $245 | $9,660 | $1,930 | $7,730 |
| 2016 | $54 | $9,720 | $1,940 | $7,780 |
| 2015 | $36 | $8,350 | $1,670 | $6,680 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2026 03/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/16/2026 02/16/26 | Price Changed | $464,900 | 0.0% | $362 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/16/2026 02/16/26 | For Sale | $464,900 | -1.1% | $362 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/08/2026 02/08/26 | Off Market | $469,900 | -- | -- | |
| 01/02/2026 01/02/26 | Price Changed | $469,900 | 0.0% | $366 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/02/2026 01/02/26 | For Sale | $469,900 | -1.1% | $366 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/02/2026 01/02/26 | Off Market | $474,900 | -- | -- | |
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | For Sale | $474,900 | +6.7% | $370 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/19/2023 07/19/23 | Sold | $445,000 | 0.0% | $348 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/09/2023 06/09/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/06/2023 06/06/23 | Price Changed | $445,000 | -0.4% | $348 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/30/2023 05/30/23 | Price Changed | $447,000 | -0.4% | $349 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/24/2023 05/24/23 | Price Changed | $449,000 | -0.2% | $351 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/17/2023 05/17/23 | For Sale | $450,000 | +63.6% | $352 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/26/2022 05/26/22 | Sold | $275,000 | +10.0% | $255 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/13/2022 05/13/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/11/2022 05/11/22 | For Sale | $250,000 | -- | $231 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $445,000 | Exclusive Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $275,000 | Pioneer Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Guaranty Title Agency |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $436,939 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $77,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
MLS Number: 6954326
APN: 159-20-136A
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