NOT LISTED FOR SALE

244 W Desert Flower Ln Phoenix, AZ 85045

Ahwatukee Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $961,000 - $1,117,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,912 Sq Ft
$349/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 16, 2016

Last sale price $534,000 $183 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,882/month

197 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Play Pool
  • 0.23 Acre Lot
  • Kyrene de los Cerritos School Rated A
  • Gated Community
  • Mountain View

About This Home

As of December 2016

DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION, run don't walk, priced to sell now. Custom Updates installed, MUST SEE! Single level Split Floor Plan,Hurry this wonderful home will go fast! Nestled at the foothills of South Park.Open floor plan amazing coveted subdivision of Montana Vista, Kyrene school districts. Walking distance from hiking trails. WOW!! Beautiful Home ready with mature landscaping and Tranquil backyard setting, private pool w/flagstone pool decking and enhanced lighting, in the coveted gated community with gorgeous mountain views, corner & hillside lot. High ceilings, granite counter tops, genuine hardwood floors, and a wet bar. All of this included in one property ready to move in. Over-sized garage in both height and width. Split floor plan. Everything you need in an executive home. Bakc o This spectacular property within the gated community of Montaña Vista is nestled upon the South Mountain Park Preserve, which boasts 70 miles of designated trails for hiking/biking. These trails can be accessed within walking distance and offer spectacular views of Ahwatukee. This property includes a much sought after epoxy coated three car garage The panoramic mountain views from both the front and backyard only add to the charm of this property. Outside, you will find a lush backyard with a pebble tec pool

Inside you will find upgraded genuine wood cabinets, granite counter tops, a wet bar and much more. Its open concept floor plan and layout is well suited to both families and those who love to entertain. This property has been well maintained and is a must see. Other notable features and/or updates include: Four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, enormous master with separate shower/roman tub and huge walk-in closet, gas fireplace,fire pit, double ovens, gas range , large island/breakfast bar, pantry, eat-in kitchen, large laundry room with cabinetry and sink, , neutral interior paint, wood blinds,

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Wunder

eXp Realty License #SA570524000 Listed on: 04/29/2016

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Meyer

Compass License #SA039727000

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,918

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 10,120 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $55 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,912 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Solar Screens
  • Mountain Views
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Pool

  • Play Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fire Pit

Schools

  • Kyrene De Los Cerritos Elementary School
  • Kyrene Altadena Middle School

Utilities

  • Refrigerated Cooling System
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 42
  • Assessor Parcel Number 311-02-470

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance
  • Montana Vista Association, Phone Number (480) 759-4945
  • Built by PULTE
  • Montana Vista Subdivision, Ritz Floorplan
  • FHA/VA Approved Complex

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,918

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$55 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: CHANDLER BLVD & DESERT FOOTHILLS PARKWAY
  • Legal Info Range: 3E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HOA #2: N
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Recreation Center Fee 2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 55.33
  • Basement: N
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2016
  • Parking Spaces Slab Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Directions: Desert Foothills Parkway & Chandler Blvd head North on Desert Foothills Pkwy As you pass the many upscale gated communities you will find Montana Vista Gate on your right hand side of the road
  • Master Model: Ritz
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family - Detached
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Subdivision Name: Montana Vista
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Efficiency: Multi-Zones
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Association Fees:HOA Fee2: 332.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Fire Pit
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Double Vanity, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, High Speed Internet, Granite Counters
  • Living Area: 2912.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Sunscreen(s), Dual Pane, Low-E
  • Community Features:Golf Course: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:RangeOven Gas: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Community Features:Gated Community2: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Countertops: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Community Features:BikingWalking Path: Yes
  • Community Features:Comm Tennis Court(s): Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Wall Oven(s): Yes
  • Community Features:Children_squote_s Playgrnd: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Gas Stub for Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Firepit: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Multiple Ovens: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block, Wrought Iron
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s), Patio, Private Yard
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Corner Lot, Desert Back, Desert Front, Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
  • Pool Features: Play Pool, Fenced, Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Painted, Stucco, Frame - Wood
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Dir Entry frm Garage, Electric Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features:Dir Entry frm Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features:Electric Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Attch_squote_d Gar Cabinets: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Refrigeration, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System Owned
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated Community, Golf, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path
  • Amenities: FHA Approved Prjct, Management, Rental OK (See Rmks)
  • Association Fee: 332.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Name: Montana Vista
  • Phone: 480-759-4945
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: Y
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 400.0
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Fees:HOA Name4: Montana Vista
  • Association Fees:HOA Telephone4: 4807594945
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: %
  • Association Fee Incl:Common Area Maint3: Yes
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: $

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • Elementary School: Kyrene de los Cerritos School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kyrene Altadena Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10120.0
  • Parcel #: 311-02-470
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Building Info

  • Builder Name: PULTE

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3918.0
  • Tax Book Number: 311.00
  • Tax Lot: 42
  • Tax Map Number: 2.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2016
Closed on
Dec 13, 2016
Sold by
Jes Ctibor and Jes Kimberly
Bought by
Lundberg Eileen and Rice Joanne
Seller's Agent
Lisa Wunder
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chris Meyer
Compass
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$534,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-9.34%
Total Days on Market
197
Current Estimated Value
$1,015,014

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$481,014
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.89%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$344,577
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$670,437

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2011
Sold by
Martinez Dlemar J and Martinez Sindi Major
Bought by
Jes Ctibor and Jes Kimberly

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$349,712
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2000
Sold by
Pulte Home Corp
Bought by
Martinez Delmar J and Martinez Sindi Major

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,300
Interest Rate
7.81%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lundberg Eileen $534,000 Security Title Agency Inc
Jes Ctibor $393,200 Great American Title Agency
Martinez Delmar J $394,025 Transnation Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lundberg Eileen $170,000
Open Lundberg Eileen $417,000
Previous Owner Jes Ctibor $110,000
Previous Owner Jes Ctibor $375,500
Previous Owner Jes Ctibor $347,200
Previous Owner Jes Ctibor $349,712
Previous Owner Martinez Delmar J $250,000
Previous Owner Martinez Delmar J $136,000
Previous Owner Major Martinez Sindi $476,000
Previous Owner Martinez Delmar J $342,300
Closed Martinez Delmar J $42,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/16/2016 12/16/16 Sold $534,000 0.0% $183 / Sq Ft
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Price Changed $534,000 -0.9% $183 / Sq Ft
09/14/2016 09/14/16 Price Changed $539,000 +8.0% $185 / Sq Ft
09/02/2016 09/02/16 Price Changed $499,000 -10.7% $171 / Sq Ft
08/02/2016 08/02/16 Price Changed $559,000 -1.8% $192 / Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Price Changed $569,000 -1.7% $195 / Sq Ft
06/10/2016 06/10/16 Price Changed $579,000 +0.4% $199 / Sq Ft
06/10/2016 06/10/16 Price Changed $576,900 +0.3% $198 / Sq Ft
05/20/2016 05/20/16 Price Changed $574,900 -2.4% $197 / Sq Ft
04/29/2016 04/29/16 For Sale $589,000 -- $202 / 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 $5,295 $57,589 -- --
2024 $5,178 $54,847 -- --
2023 $5,178 $67,710 $13,540 $54,170
2022 $4,931 $51,300 $10,260 $41,040
2021 $5,073 $49,320 $9,860 $39,460
2020 $4,941 $49,220 $9,840 $39,380
2019 $4,777 $50,160 $10,030 $40,130
2018 $4,610 $47,560 $9,510 $38,050
2017 $4,392 $45,130 $9,020 $36,110
2016 $4,433 $45,220 $9,040 $36,180
2015 $3,918 $44,010 $8,800 $35,210
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 5435835

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 311-02-470