NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2938 E Drachman St Tucson, AZ 85716

Blenman-Elm Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $552,017 - $616,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,039 Sq Ft
$284/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 09, 2018

Last sale price $330,000 $162 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,488/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • EnerPHit Refurbished Home
  • Southwestern Architecture
  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of February 2018

Sellers will counter or accept offers between $330,000 - $350,000. Have you ever imagined yourself living in one of Tucson's historic central neighborhoods? Now is your chance! Even if you weren't considering moving, you may want to now. Come see for yourself this spectacular authentic mud adobe with guest studio situated on over a quarter acre lot. This special Blenman home features concrete floors, an updated kitchen, exposed beams, and two fireplaces. Recently upgraded electrical to 400 Amp service. Don't miss the extraordinary backyard with multiple entertaining spaces, an extensive covered patio, and ANOTHER fireplace ideal for outdoor celebrations. Location matters: close to the U of A, UMC, Himmel Park, and Downtown!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Denise Newton

Realty Executives Arizona Territory Listed on: 12/14/2017

Realty Executives Arizona Territory

Last Buyer's Agent

Timothy Looney

Realty Executives Arizona Territory

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,312

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Desert Landscape
  • Shrub
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Tucson - R1

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Southwestern Architecture
  • Built-Up Roof
  • Adobe

Interior Spaces

  • 2,039 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Concrete
  • Pavers

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Dual Flush Toilets
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Schools

  • Blenman Elementary School
  • Doolen Middle School
  • Catalina High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • EnerPHit Refurbished Home
  • Guest House
  • The property is located in a historic district

Community Details

Overview

  • Blenman Addition Subdivision

Recreation

  • Putting Green

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,312

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Southwestern
  • Technology: Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Telephone
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: Blenman Lot 1 & E20' Lot 2 Blk 14
  • Misc Deletes Microwave: Built-in, black
  • Misc Deletes Oven: Gas, stainless
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 161.84
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Jack & Jill, Shower & Tub
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Skylights
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Patio
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Concrete
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bathroom Features: Pedestal Sink(s), Shower Only
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Has Basement: No
  • Breakfast: None
  • Dining Areas: Great Room
  • Dining Room: Area
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Stainless
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: Tile & Granite
  • Living Areas: Family Room, Living Room
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: Den, Storage, Workshop
  • Combined Sq Ft: 2039.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Double Sink, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1667.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Floor Plan

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Mud Adobe
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Gravel
  • ExteriorFeatures: Courtyard, Putting Green, Shed, Workshop
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Block, Stucco Finish
  • Guest Facilities: House
  • Guest House Sq Ft: 372.0000
  • Landscape Front: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Trees
  • Landscape Rear: Decorative Gravel, Low Care, Shrubs, Trees
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Patio, Paver
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: City
  • Roof: Built-Up
  • Spa: None
  • View: None

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: None
  • Rv Parking: None

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Security: None
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: None
  • HOA: No
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: Historic, Paved Street

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Green Features: Adobe, Dual-Flush Toilets

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Dimensions: Unknown
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 28.06
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11761.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 28.06
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - R1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1948

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 123-09-0130
  • Taxes: 3312.24
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2019
Sold by
Christensen James and Cramer James
Bought by
Christensen James Lee and Carmer James Elmer
Current Estimated Value
$578,504

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,444
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 14, 2017
Closed on
Feb 1, 2018
Sold by
Miller Merri V and Miller Steven G
Bought by
Christensen James and Cramer James
Seller's Agent
Denise Newton
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Looney
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
List Price
$330,000
Sold Price
$330,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.93%
Original Mortgage
$337,095
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 1997
Sold by
Grubb Gordon and Grubb Olivia V
Bought by
Violett Merri and Miller Steven G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,250
Interest Rate
7.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 1994
Sold by
Lambertson Helen K and Sprague Charles W
Bought by
Grubb Gordon and Grubb Olivia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Interest Rate
8.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Christensen James Lee -- Fidelity Natl Ttl Agcy Inc
Christensen James $330,000 Signature Title Agency Of Ar
Violett Merri $135,000 --
Grubb Gordon $120,000 Lawyers Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Christensen James Lee $324,715
Closed Christensen James Lee $330,444
Closed Christensen James $337,095
Previous Owner Miller Merri $119,889
Previous Owner Miller Merri $150,000
Previous Owner Miller Steven G $155,000
Previous Owner Violett Merri $128,250
Previous Owner Grubb Gordon $95,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/09/2018 02/09/18 Sold $330,000 0.0% $162 / Sq Ft
01/10/2018 01/10/18 Pending -- -- --
12/14/2017 12/14/17 For Sale $330,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

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
2024 $3,188 $27,178 -- --
2023 $3,011 $25,884 $0 $0
2022 $3,011 $24,652 $0 $0
2021 $3,022 $22,360 $0 $0
2020 $2,900 $22,360 $0 $0
2019 $2,817 $24,337 $0 $0
2018 $3,195 $20,139 $0 $0
2017 $3,312 $20,139 $0 $0
2016 $3,198 $19,180 $0 $0
2015 $3,099 $18,266 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Denise Newton

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Denise Newton

    Realty Executives Arizona Territory

    (520) 977-5577

    6 in this area

    272 Total Sales

    Denise Newton
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  • T

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Timothy Looney

    Realty Executives Arizona Territory

  • A

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Andrea Looney

    Realty Executives Arizona Territory

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 21731769

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 123-09-0130

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85716 Blenman-Elm

2938 E Drachman St, Tucson, AZ

This home is located at 2938 E Drachman St, Tucson, AZ 85716 since 14 December 2017 and is currently estimated at $578,504, approximately $283 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 2938 E Drachman St is a home located in Pima County with nearby schools including Blenman Elementary School, Doolen Middle School, and Catalina High School.

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