NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2701 E River Rd Tucson, AZ 85718

Estimated Value: $508,000 - $646,422

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,980 Sq Ft
$293/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 17, 2023

Last sale price $535,000 $270 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,382 / mo

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Panoramic View
  • Hilltop Location
  • RV Parking in Community
  • 1.14 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of January 2023

Hilltop Joesler on over one acre. Amazing mountain, sweeping city and year round sunset views. Abundant Saguaro cacti complement natural desert surroundings. Exposed tongue and groove beamed ceilings throughout much of the home. Large picture window in the living room frames fabulous mountain view. Seller has copy of original Joesler home plans. Roof re-coated 02/2022. Two car attached garage with laundry and storage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Foster

Tierra Antigua Realty Listed on: 12/02/2022

Tierra Antigua Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Non- Member

Non-Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,329

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 1.14 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 344' x 77' x 60' x 132' x 64' x 264'
  • North Facing Home
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Desert Landscape
  • Native Plants
  • Shrub
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Hilltop Location
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned Pima County - CR1

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Mountain
  • Desert

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Built-Up Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,980 Sq Ft Home
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Pavers
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Iron Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Arizona Room

Schools

  • Davidson Elementary School
  • Doolen Middle School
  • Catalina High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • Phone Available

Community Details

  • Catalina Foothills Estates No. 2 Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions
  • RV Parking in Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,329

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

1.14 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Technology: Telephone
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: From Parcel:108220510 /Catalina Foothills Estates No 2 Nely Ptn Lot 246 Sly Ptn Lot 245
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 252.53
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Shower & Tub
  • Exterior Features Front Faces: North
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Kitchen Features Number Of Ovens: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Pane Windows, Exposed Beams, Skylight(s), Skylights, Split Bedroom Plan, Walk In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Exhaust Fan, Shower Only
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Black
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: Tile
  • Living Areas: Living Room
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Extra Room: Arizona Room
  • Combined Sq Ft: 1980.00
  • Interior Steps YN: Y
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1980.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Gravel
  • ExteriorFeatures: Native Plants
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Split Rail
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Desert Plantings, Low Care, Natural Desert, Shrubs, Trees
  • Landscape Rear: Desert Plantings, Low Care, Natural Desert, Shrubs, Trees
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Paver
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: County
  • Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
  • Spa: None
  • View: City, Desert, Mountains, Panoramic, Sunset

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: Attached Garage/Carport, Electric Door Opener
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 2.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Rv Parking: Space Available

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Subscription
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Mini-Split, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wall Unit, Zoned
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s), Wrought Iron Security Door
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: Paved Street

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 344' X 77' X 60' X 132' X 64' X 264'
  • Lot Features: Elevated Lot, North/South Exposure, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 10.07
  • Lot Sq Ft: 49658.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 10.77
  • Municipality Zoning: Pima County - CR1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1953

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 108-22-053D
  • Taxes: 3329.33
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Doolen
  • Elementary School: Davidson
  • High School: Catalina
  • School District: TUSD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2025
Sold by
Merkes David Lane
Bought by
David L Merkes Trust and Merkes
Current Estimated Value
$579,356

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 2, 2022
Closed on
Jan 16, 2023
Sold by
Kay James F
Bought by
Merkes David Lane
Seller's Agent
Jason Foster
Tierra Antigua Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non- Member
Non-Member Office
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
7%
Views
18

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.48%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 2, 2022
Closed on
Dec 15, 2022
Sold by
Kay James F
Bought by
Merkes David Lane
Seller's Agent
Jason Foster
Tierra Antigua Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non- Member
Non-Member Office
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
7%
Views
18

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2022
Sold by
Brown Thomas E
Bought by
Kay James F

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2022
Closed on
Apr 22, 2022
Sold by
Browder Lynne M
Bought by
Kay James F and Brown Thomas E
Seller's Agent
Brett Archer
OMNI Homes International
Buyer's Agent
Brad Sensenbach
Tierra Antigua Realty
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$650,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.85%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2003
Sold by
Browder J Douglas and Roberts Lynne M
Bought by
Browder J Douglas and Browder Lynne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$183,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2002
Sold by
Browder J Douglas
Bought by
Browder J Douglas and Roberts Lynne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,500
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2002
Sold by
Roberts Lynne M
Bought by
Browder J Douglas

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,500
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 1999
Sold by
Browder John Douglas
Bought by
Browder J Douglas and Roberts Lynne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,000
Interest Rate
7.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 1999
Sold by
Parity Enterprises Inc
Bought by
Browder J Douglas and Browder John Douglas

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,000
Interest Rate
7.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 1996
Sold by
Burrows Stephen Gary
Bought by
Phillips Joan J
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
David L Merkes Trust -- None Listed On Document
Merkes David Lane $535,000 Title Security Agency
Merkes David Lane $535,000 Title Security Agency
Merkes David Lane $535,000 Title Security Agency
Kay James F -- --
Kay James F $650,000 Pioneer Title
Browder J Douglas -- --
Browder J Douglas -- --
Browder J Douglas -- --
Browder J Douglas -- --
Browder J Douglas -- --
Browder J Douglas $169,500 --
Phillips Joan J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kay James F $520,000
Previous Owner Browder J Douglas $183,000
Previous Owner Browder J Douglas $162,500
Previous Owner Browder J Douglas $161,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/17/2023 01/17/23 Sold $535,000 +7.0% $270 / Sq Ft
12/18/2022 12/18/22 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2022 12/02/22 For Sale $500,000 -23.1% $253 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Sold $650,000 0.0% $328 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/28/2022 04/28/22 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2022 01/21/22 For Sale $650,000 -- $328 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

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
2026 $3,682 $36,232 -- --
2025 $3,682 $34,506 -- --
2024 $3,285 $32,863 -- --
2023 $3,285 $31,298 $0 $0
2022 $3,215 $29,808 $0 $0
2021 $3,329 $23,388 $0 $0
2020 $2,739 $27,435 $0 $0
2019 $2,697 $28,339 $0 $0
2018 $3,234 $25,767 $0 $0
2017 $3,169 $25,767 $0 $0
2016 $3,294 $26,293 $0 $0
2015 $3,296 $26,186 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Foster

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jason Foster

    Tierra Antigua Realty

    (520) 429-2660

    36 in this area

    147 Total Sales

    Jason Foster
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Non- Member

    Non-Member Office

  • Brett Archer

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Brett Archer

    OMNI Homes International

    (520) 891-4026

    3 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Brett Archer
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  • Brad Sensenbach

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Brad Sensenbach

    Tierra Antigua Realty

    (520) 907-2055

    23 in this area

    130 Total Sales

    Brad Sensenbach
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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22230124

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 108-22-053D

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85718

2701 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ

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