223 N Morris Mesa, AZ 85201

Originally built in 1940, this home is located in the Mesa ''Robson Historical District,'' 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The bungalow retains its vintage character throughout. It features an oversized yard, two detached garages, and an RV gate. The pool-sized backyard is fully fenced and private. The home has original refinished hardwood floors, new paint inside and out, and vintage exterior light fixtures. Located in a revitalizing downtown Mesa area with its shopping, dining and light rail access just minutes away, this home offers easy access to ASU and the 101 & 202 freeways. The residence has been meticulously maintained, with new plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. With 2 garages; 1 could be converted into a art studio, small business, Airbnb etc. . Some improvements: Plumbing under the house (~$11,000) Kitchen Remodeled cabinets Quartz countertops Italian Porcelain Farm Sink with new plumbing underneath Fisher Paykel Drawer Dishwasher New Bar Harbor Chrome and Porcelain fixtures from House of Antique Hardware Custom Hunter Douglas Electric Window Shade with remote Bathroom Replaced Shower Head with Kohler and Bathtub fixtures with Delta Replaced Shower Curtain Rod and Towels Hooks Added high end Moen bathtub safety bar Replaced pedestal sink with new sink, cabinets and Quartz countertops New Bar Harbor Chrome and Porcelain fixtures from House of Antique Hardware Added Medicine Cabinet with new mirror Living Room Converted closet to a Custom China Hutch with Quartz countertops Added a custom matching extra shelf and lower extra storage side cubby Replaced door knob with Wooden "Beehive" door knob imported from Willow and Stone United Kingdom Added hinges to side patio door with tamper proof security feature Laundry Room Added upper cabinets Replaced electrical outlet Replaced door knob and deadbolt with keyless entry door lock Added hinges to laundry room door with tamper proof security feature Bedroom Installed Custom Hunter Douglas Blackout Shades Replaced hollow core door with Vintage Solid Wood Five Panel Door Replaced door knob with Wooden "Beehive" door knob imported from Willow and Stone United Kingdom Exterior Replaced HVAC unit September 2024 Added Custom 'Seven Infused Light Paneled' Front Door Replaced door knob, deadbolt and hinges Repainted house and trim Replaced entire automatic watering drip system lines Replaced all six rotting wood gates with metal gates with wood accents Robson Historic District
The Robson Historic District in Mesa exemplifies the early to mid-twentieth century growth and transformation of the original Mesa Townsite. Initially developed as a neighborhood for middle- and upper-class families, the district highlights the shift from large garden lots, typical of the original Mormon settlement, to smaller, more densely developed parcels to accommodate the city's growing population. The district is significant for its association with community planning and development as well as for its architecture.
While some original parts of the district were created through planned subdivisions, the Robson Historic District stands out as one of the clearest examples of this later informal development process. This evolution was crucial for Mesa as it addressed the increasing demand for housing, transitioning from a pastoral, agricultural community to a more urbanized area aligned with the growth of nearby cities like Phoenix, Glendale, and Tempe. The district's development pattern reflects Mesa's response to the need for more intensive residential spaces while retaining its original character.