Estimated payment $1,930/month
Highlights
- RV Access or Parking
- Mountain View
- Secondary bathroom tub or shower combo
- Sycamore Elementary School Rated A
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
About This Home
Discover the potential at 16831 S Observatory Place! This three bedroom, two bathroom home offers an incredible opportunity for instant equity and renovation. With a spacious layout and a covered porch to enjoy Arizona's beautiful weather, this property is perfect for those looking to create their dream home on a budget. Located within the highly sought-after Vail School District, families will appreciate access to top-tier education. Whether you're a first-time buyer, an investor, or ready to design a space that reflects your style, this home is full of potential and waiting for your vision.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,302
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 58.78x105x46.08x110.01
- Cul-De-Sac
- Lot includes common area
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Northwest Facing Home
- East or West Exposure
- Slump Stone Wall
- Property is zoned Vail - CR3
Parking
- Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- RV Access or Parking
Property Views
- Mountain
- Desert
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,728 Sq Ft Home
- Beamed Ceilings
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Formica Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Secondary bathroom tub or shower combo
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Esmond Station K-8 Elementary School
- Vail Dist Opt High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- No Interior Steps
- Covered Patio or Porch
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions, deed restrictions
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 | $2,424 | $16,475 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $2,302 | $15,691 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $2,252 | $14,944 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,096 | $14,232 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,122 | $12,909 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,040 | $12,909 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,011 | $13,028 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,882 | $11,151 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,839 | $11,151 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,709 | $10,620 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,639 | $10,115 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | Price Changed | $330,000 | -4.3% | $191 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | Price Changed | $345,000 | -2.8% | $200 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | For Sale | $355,000 | +4.4% | $205 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/14/2024 06/14/24 | Sold | $340,000 | 0.0% | $197 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/11/2024 06/11/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/06/2024 05/06/24 | Price Changed | $340,000 | +1.5% | $197 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/26/2024 04/26/24 | Price Changed | $335,000 | -4.3% | $194 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2024 04/01/24 | For Sale | $350,000 | +2.9% | $203 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2024 04/01/24 | Off Market | $340,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $340,000 | Pioneer Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $340,000 | Pioneer Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Title Security Agency |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $306,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $306,000 | New Conventional |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona
MLS Number: 22522069
APN: 305-28-0110
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