NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3540 E Placita de La Raza Tucson, AZ 85718

Estimated Value: $1,520,454 - $1,647,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,631 Sq Ft
$438/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 16, 2024

Last sale price $1,515,000 $417 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,887/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Pool
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Gated Community
  • Davidson Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Panoramic View
  • 1.38 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of January 2024

In the heart of one of Tucson's most desirable guard-gated foothills communities w/ easy access to central Tucson, La Encantada, + daily shopping just minutes away. As you approach this stunning home, in a quiet culdesac, enter through a custom gate to the tranquil, beautifully landscaped, courtyard featuring a calming fountain + sitting areas leading to the 8' mesquite front door. This impecable hacienda w /split 4 bdrm plan, formal liv, dining rooms + large master, and a second ensuite bdrm .The cook's kitchen w/ center island is adjacent to a bkst nook +large fam.rm with beamed ceiling, FP + sweeping city views.. Large heated pool and spa overlook the valley + mountains during the day + evening city lights + glorious sunsets! Large covered rear porch w/beamed ceiling + Kiva F

Last Listed By

David Henry

Long Realty Brokerage Email: david@henrytucson.com Listed on: 12/08/2023

Long Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,302

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 1.38 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • North Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Masonry wall
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Artificial Turf
  • Native Plants
  • Shrub
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Hilltop Location
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Pima County - CR1

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Southwestern Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Built-Up Roof
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 3,631 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Entertainment System
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Garden Windows
  • Solar Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Library
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Pavers
  • Terracotta

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Alarm System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Paver Block

Accessible Home Design

  • Doors with lever handles
  • No Interior Steps
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Pool
  • Courtyard
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Water Fountains
  • Built-In Barbecue

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, gated community, street maintenance
  • Catalina Fthlls #10 Association
  • Catalina Foothills Estates No. 10 Community
  • Catalina Foothills Estates No. 10 Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Recreation

  • Putting Green

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,302

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Southwestern
  • Technology: Alarm System, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Telephone
  • Accessibility Options: Door Levers, Level
  • Legal Description: Catalina Foothills Estates #10, Lot 210
  • Building Stories: One
  • Unit Level: 1
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 440.37
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower & Tub
  • Exterior Features Front Faces: North
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Kitchen Features Number Of Ovens: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features Other: Sitting Room
  • Attribution Contact: david@henrytucson.com
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bay Window, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Dual Pane Windows, Entertainment Center Built-In, Exposed Beams, Foyer, Garden Window, High Ceilings 9+, Insulated Windows, Skylights, Split Bedroom Plan, Storage, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Bee Hive, Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Patio, Primary Bedroom
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Mexican Tile, Stone
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Exhaust Fan, Separate Shower(s), Shower & Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: White
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: Granite
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Closet
  • Living Areas: Family Room, Living Room, Off Kitchen
  • Laundry: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Extra Room: Den, Library, Storage
  • Combined Sq Ft: 3631.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wet Bar
  • Main House Sq Ft: 3631.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco, Masonry Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Pavers
  • ExteriorFeatures: BBQ-Built-In, Courtyard, Fountain, Native Plants, Putting Green, Solar Screens
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Masonry, Stucco Finish
  • Fence Other: Painted Walls
  • Guest Facilities: Quarters
  • Guest Facilities Other: Ensuite bedrooms
  • Landscape Front: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Shrubs, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
  • Landscape Rear: Artificial Turf, Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Shrubs, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Patio, Paver
  • Patio Deck Other: Multiple patios
  • Pool: Heated
  • Pool Conventional: Yes
  • Road Maintenance: HOA
  • Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
  • Roof Other: 5-8 yrs
  • Spa: Conventional
  • View: City, Mountains, Panoramic, Sunrise, Sunset

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: Attached Garage Cabinets, Attached Garage/Carport, Electric Door Opener
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 3.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Rv Parking: None

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Subscription
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Main Cooling Other: 2 AC Less than 1 yr
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Main Heating Other: 2 furnace 6 yrs
  • Security: Alarm Installed, Gated, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: None
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Maint, Gated Community, Street Maint
  • HOA: Yes
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 250.00
  • HOA Name: Catalina Fthlls #10
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • HOA Telephone: 520-297-079
  • Community: Catalina Foothills Estates No. 10
  • Neighborhood Feature: Gated, Paved Street
  • HOA Website: Catalina Fthls #10

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.38
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Elevated Lot, North/South Exposure
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 26.63
  • Lot Sq Ft: 60043.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 25.23
  • Municipality Zoning: Pima County - CR1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1997

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 108-26-1100
  • Taxes: 9302.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • 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

Listed on
Dec 8, 2023
Closed on
Jan 15, 2024
Sold by
Buettner Family Trust
Bought by
Wendy J Hills Trust and Hills
Seller's Agent
David Henry
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Ulasien
Long Realty
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,515,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,000
-5.25%
Total Days on Market
34
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$1,590,864

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,864
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.69%
Original Mortgage
$1,212,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,193,702
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$397,162

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2000
Sold by
Buettner Robert H and Buettner Kathleen D
Bought by
Buettner Robert Henry and Buettner Kathleen D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 1999
Sold by
Mollner Diane W
Bought by
Buettner Robert H and Buettner Kathleen D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 1999
Sold by
Mollner Gregory
Bought by
Mollner Gregory

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1998
Sold by
Mollner Gregory
Bought by
Mollner Diane

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1998
Sold by
Mollner Henry and Mollner Diane
Bought by
Mollner Henry and Mollner Diane

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$552,000
Interest Rate
7.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 1997
Sold by
Baker Diane W and Mollner Henry O
Bought by
Mollner Henry and Mollner Diane

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$552,000
Interest Rate
7.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 1997
Sold by
Yaeger Lisa
Bought by
Baker Diane W and Mollner Henry O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$463,250
Interest Rate
7.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 1997
Sold by
Michael G Almli Construction Co Inc
Bought by
Mollner Henry O and Baker Diane W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$463,250
Interest Rate
7.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Wendy J Hills Trust $1,515,000 Agave Title
Buettner Robert Henry -- --
Buettner Robert H $710,000 --
Mollner Gregory -- --
Mollner Diane -- --
Mollner Henry -- --
Mollner Henry -- --
Baker Diane W -- --
Yaeger Lisa -- --
Mollner Henry O $545,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wendy J Hills Trust $1,212,000
Previous Owner Mollner Henry $552,000
Previous Owner Mollner Henry O $463,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/16/2024 01/16/24 Sold $1,515,000 -5.3% $417 / Sq Ft
01/11/2024 01/11/24 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2023 12/08/23 For Sale $1,599,000 -- $440 / 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 $9,302 $85,576 -- --
2023 $9,302 $81,501 $0 $0
2022 $9,101 $77,620 $0 $0
2021 $9,431 $74,799 $0 $0
2020 $9,052 $74,799 $0 $0
2019 $8,763 $71,661 $0 $0
2018 $8,344 $68,298 $0 $0
2017 $8,401 $68,298 $0 $0
2016 $8,796 $70,212 $0 $0
2015 $8,923 $70,891 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    David Henry

    Long Realty

    (520) 299-2201

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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Sherry Ulasien

    Long Realty

    1 in this area

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22326420

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 108-26-1100

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85718

3540 E Placita de La Raza, Tucson, AZ

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This home is located at 3540 E Placita de La Raza, Tucson, AZ 85718 since 08 December 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,590,864, approximately $438 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 3540 E Placita de La Raza is a home located in Pima County with nearby schools including Davidson Elementary School, Doolen Middle School, and Catalina High School.

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