NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3134 E Via Palos Verdes Tucson, AZ 85716

Colonia Solana Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,008,000 - $1,316,124

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,045 Sq Ft
$372/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 21, 2017

Last sale price $484,000 $159 Per Sq Ft

Est. 134% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,020/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Mountain View
  • Terracotta or Satillo Flooring
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of April 2017

VERY RARE opportunity in historic Colonia Solana, recognized as one of Tucson's most desired central neighborhoods! Known for Classic Homes, Large hm Sites (.8ac minimum) & natural desert landscape. This home, (owned by Lew Murphy, past Tucson Mayor for many years) offers over 3,000 sf living area, 3 fireplaces & Huge Master Suite (550 sf) w/vaulted ceilings & fpl awaits your imagination to bring into 21st century. Structure is sound & offering great ''bones'' with endless possibilities for renovation. All the basics are here, including huge walled-yard w/pool, ramada & mature landscape. With FEW Renovation Projects available, this won't last long! Neighborhood has homes valued over $1,000,000. Linda Ronstadt's past residence sold Jan. 2016 for $1.4m.... Active listings (2) $525k & $1.65m

Last Listed By

Bob Ryan

R. J. Ryan & Associates, LLC Listed on: 03/07/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,565

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 1.03 Acre Lot
  • Desert Landscape
  • Property is zoned Tucson - RX1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,045 Sq Ft Home
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Mountain Views
  • Alarm System
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Terracotta

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Patio

Schools

  • Robison Elementary School
  • Mansfeld Middle School
  • Tucson High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Colonia Solana Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions
  • RV Parking in Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,565

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Technology: Alarm System, Cable TV
  • Legal Description: Colonia Solana Lot 55
  • Misc Deletes Disability Adapted: No
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 157.31
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Split Bedroom Plan
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3.00
  • Window Coverings: Some
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Mexican Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Has Basement: No
  • Breakfast Other: Area
  • Dining Areas: Formal Dining Room
  • Living Areas: Off Kitchen
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: Den
  • Combined Sq Ft: 3045.00
  • Interior Steps YN: Y
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 3045.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence Other: Combo
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Natural Desert
  • Landscape Rear: Natural Desert
  • Patio Deck: Ramada
  • Pool Conventional: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: None
  • View: Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 2.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Rv Parking: Space Available

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Main Cooling: Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Security: Alarm Installed
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: None

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: TUSD
  • Elementary School: Robison
  • Middle School: Mansfeld
  • High School: Tucson

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.03
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Features: Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 10.68
  • Lot Sq Ft: 44867.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 10.79
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - RX1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1940

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 126-21-0560
  • Taxes: 5565.23
  • Tax Year: 2016

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Mansfeld
  • Elementary School: Robison
  • High School: Tucson
  • School District: TUSD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2017
Closed on
Apr 14, 2017
Sold by
Murphy Timothy Carney
Bought by
Robidoux Phillip Henri and Robidoux Peggy Ann
Seller's Agent
Bob Ryan
R. J. Ryan & Associates, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Richard Kenney
Ochoa Realty & Property Management
List Price
$484,000
Sold Price
$484,000
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$1,134,031

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$650,031
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.07%
Original Mortgage
$338,800
Outstanding Balance
$279,827
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$854,204

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2006
Sold by
Murphy Carol C
Bought by
Murphy Carol C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 1999
Sold by
Murphy Lewis C and Murphy Carol C
Bought by
Murphy Lewis C and Murphy Carol C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 1996
Sold by
Murphy Lewis C and Murphy Carol C
Bought by
Murphy Lewis C and Murphy Carol C

Range of Values:

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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
Robidoux Phillip Henri $484,000 Title Security Agency
Murphy Carol C -- None Available
Murphy Lewis C -- --
Murphy Lewis C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Robidoux Phillip Henri $338,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2017 04/21/17 Sold $484,000 0.0% $159 / Sq Ft
03/22/2017 03/22/17 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2017 03/07/17 For Sale $484,000 -- $159 / 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 $8,061 $60,496 -- --
2023 $7,605 $57,615 $0 $0
2022 $7,642 $54,871 $0 $0
2021 $7,598 $49,770 $0 $0
2020 $7,367 $49,770 $0 $0
2019 $7,270 $57,250 $0 $0
2018 $7,111 $42,993 $0 $0
2017 $5,708 $42,993 $0 $0
2016 $5,565 $40,946 $0 $0
2015 $5,419 $39,702 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Bob Ryan

    R. J. Ryan & Associates, LLC

    (520) 909-4038

    15 Total Sales

    Bob Ryan
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  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Richard Kenney

    Ochoa Realty & Property Management

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 21706388

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 126-21-0560

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85716 Colonia Solana

3134 E Via Palos Verdes, Tucson, AZ

Homes for Sale in Tucson, AZ

This home is located at 3134 E Via Palos Verdes, Tucson, AZ 85716 since 07 March 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,134,031, approximately $372 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 3134 E Via Palos Verdes is a home located in Pima County with nearby schools including Robison Elementary School, Mansfeld Middle School, and Tucson High Magnet School.

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