NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1697 E Barbarita Ave Gilbert, AZ 85234

Val Vista Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $422,556

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,248 Sq Ft
$339/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 3, 2026

Last sale price $425,000 $341 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,397 / mo

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Sonoma Ranch Elementary School Rated A-
  • Granite Countertops
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of April 2026

Welcome to Sonoma Ranch in prime Gilbert location.
Original owner has meticulously maintained and tastefully updated this three bedroom, two bath home with two car garage. Great room floorplan with vaulted ceilings, open kitchen has been updated with newer cabinets, granite counters, center island and updated appliances. Dining area in kitchen! Primary bedroom features en-suite bath and walk in closet. New carpet throughout great room, primary suite and guest bedrooms. Private backyard with covered patio and low maintenance landscaping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacia Ehlen

RE/MAX Signature License #SA546565000 Listed on: 02/27/2026

RE/MAX Signature

Last Buyer's Agent

Cory Whyte

West USA Realty License #BR565110000

West USA Realty
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,231

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 4,722 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers

HOA Fees

  • $51 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Solar Screens
  • Great Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Sonoma Ranch Elementary School
  • Greenfield Junior High School
  • Gilbert High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 60
  • Assessor Parcel Number 309-04-220

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance
  • Desert Vista Comm Association, Phone Number (480) 573-8999
  • Built by Shea Homes
  • Sonoma Ranch Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,231

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

4,722 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$51 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Val Vista & Guadalupe
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 50.75
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Subdivision Name: SONOMA RANCH
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 340.54
  • Const - Finish:Const - Finish: Stucco
  • Cooling:Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Other Rooms:Other Rooms: Great Room
  • Technology:Technology: Cable TV Avail, High Speed Internet
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 1248.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Solar Screens, Dual Pane
  • Additional Bedroom:Additional Bedroom: Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Area:Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Granite Counters, Non-laminate Counter, Electric Range
  • Laundry:Laundry: Washer Included, Dryer Included, Inside
  • Master Bathroom:Master Bathroom: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
  • Window Features:Window Features: Solar Screens, Dual Pane

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block, Back Yard
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Lot Features: Desert Front, Desert Back, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Pool Private: No
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail, Agency Discl Req
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Tile
  • General Property Description:Community Pool YN2: No
  • General Property Description:Private Pool YN2: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities:Utilities: SRP, SW Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Playground
  • Association Fee: 304.5
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Name: Desert Vista Comm
  • Phone: 480-573-8999
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA DisclosureAddendum Affirmation: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 1250.0
  • Association Fees:Special Assessment HOA: No
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sonoma Ranch Elementary School
  • High School: Gilbert High School
  • Junior High Dist: Gilbert Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Greenfield Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4722.0
  • Parcel #: 309-04-220

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Shea Homes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1231.0
  • Tax Book Number: 309.0
  • Tax Lot: 60
  • Tax Map Number: 4.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2026
Closed on
Mar 30, 2026
Sold by
Zeltinger Marcy
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Stacia Ehlen
RE/MAX Signature
Buyer's Agent
Cory Whyte
West USA Realty
List Price
$409,900
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
3.68%
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
$422,556

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,444
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.27%
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Outstanding Balance
$338,639
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$83,917

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1994
Sold by
Shea Homes Arizona Ltd Partnership
Bought by
Zeltinger Marcy M
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Val Vista, AZ

  • Cathy Carter Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX Fine Properties

    Cathy Carter

    RE/MAX Fine Properties

    (623) 432-7307

    58 Total Sales

    1 in Val Vista

    $510,000 Price

    Cathy Carter
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  • Craig Roetman Real Estate Agent - eXp Realty

    Craig Roetman

    eXp Realty

    (480) 787-0500

    19 Total Sales

    1 in Val Vista

    $715,000 Price

    Craig Roetman
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  • Lisa Merris Real Estate Agent - Realty ONE Group

    Lisa Merris

    Realty ONE Group

    (623) 263-3352

    42 Total Sales

    1 in Val Vista

    $508,000 Price

    Lisa Merris
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  • Michael Garren Real Estate Agent - Crossroads Brokerage

    Michael Garren

    Crossroads Brokerage

    (855) 604-0553

    63 Total Sales

    2 in Val Vista

    $699K - $1.5M Price Range

    Michael Garren
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  • Andrea Ortega Real Estate Agent - Realty ONE Group

    Andrea Ortega

    Realty ONE Group

    (480) 618-7396

    20 Total Sales

    1 in Val Vista

    $400,000 Price

    Andrea Ortega
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  • Melissa Calhoun Real Estate Agent - Vantage Advisors LLC

    Melissa Calhoun

    Vantage Advisors LLC

    (623) 400-6744

    32 Total Sales

    1 in Val Vista

    $525,000 Price

    Melissa Calhoun
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$425,000 Blueink Title Agency
Shea Homes Arizona Ltd Partnership -- First American Title
Zeltinger Marcy M $90,050 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $340,000
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/03/2026 04/03/26 Sold $425,000 +3.7% $341 / Sq Ft
03/02/2026 03/02/26 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2026 02/27/26 For Sale $409,900 -- $328 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Tax History

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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 $1,231 $16,086
2024 $1,192 $15,320
2023 $1,192 $29,410 $5,880 $23,530
2022 $1,155 $21,730 $4,340 $17,390
2021 $1,220 $20,200 $4,040 $16,160
2020 $1,201 $18,650 $3,730 $14,920
2019 $1,104 $16,930 $3,380 $13,550
2018 $1,071 $15,510 $3,100 $12,410
2017 $1,035 $14,230 $2,840 $11,390
2016 $1,072 $13,660 $2,730 $10,930
2015 $977 $12,770 $2,550 $10,220
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Stacia Ehlen Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Stacia Ehlen

    RE/MAX

    (602) 330-3379

    4 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Stacia Ehlen
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  • Cory Whyte Real Estate Agent - West USA Realty

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Cory Whyte

    West USA Realty

    (480) 710-3031

    1 in this area

    68 Total Sales

    Cory Whyte
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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6988442

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 309-04-220

Arizona Maricopa County Gilbert 85234 Val Vista

1697 E Barbarita Ave, Gilbert, AZ

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