NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3844 S Desert Spring Dr Tucson, AZ 85730

Groves Lincoln Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $159,000 - $196,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,025 Sq Ft
$177/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2013

Last sale price $47,500 $46 Per Sq Ft

Est. 282% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,110/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Den
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Territorial Architecture
  • Laundry Room
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of August 2013

Great investment or starter home for someone who is able to do a little cosmetic work. Needs new paint and carpet on the inside but otherwise appears to be solid. 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhome has a spacious kitchen and an extra room off the kitchen perfect for an office, game room, etc. This is a short sale with an approved price of $47,000. Call agent for more info

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robin Willis

Tucson Expert Agents Listed on: 07/16/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeff Lemcke

Help-U-Sell Realty Advantage

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $843

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 34 x 70
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $43 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Territorial Architecture
  • Built-Up Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,025 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Erickson Elementary School
  • Secrist Middle School
  • Santa Rita High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Palm Grove Clusters Resub Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, no recreational vehicles or boats

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$843

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$43 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Townhouse
  • Style: Territorial
  • Technology: Cable TV
  • Legal Description: Palm Grove Clusters Resub Townhouses Lot 232
  • Misc Deletes Disability Adapted: No
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 45.85
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Location: None
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Breakfast: None
  • Dining Room: Area
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: Den
  • Combined Sq Ft: 1025.00
  • Interior Steps YN: Y
  • Kitchen Features: Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1025.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Slump Block
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Chain Link
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Grass
  • Landscape Rear: None
  • Patio Deck: None
  • Pool: None
  • Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
  • Spa: None
  • View: Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 1.00
  • Rv Parking: Not Allowed

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Monthly HOA Fee: 43.00
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: None

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: TUSD
  • Elementary School: Erickson
  • Middle School: Secrist
  • High School: Santa Rita

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 34 x 70
  • Lot Features: Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 17.98
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 18.17
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - R3
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1976

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 136-37-3850
  • Taxes: 842.54
  • Tax Year: 2012

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Secrist
  • Elementary School: Erickson
  • High School: Santa Rita
  • School District: TUSD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2024
Sold by
Patricia Joseph R and Patricia Mcdonald
Bought by
Mcdonald Joseph E
Current Estimated Value
$181,504

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,200
Outstanding Balance
$101,963
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$79,541

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2024
Sold by
Mcdonald Joseph R and Mcdonald Patricia K
Bought by
Joseph R Mcdonald And Patricia Mcdonald Livin and Mcdonald

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2020
Sold by
Wasson Wilhelm A and Wasson Stephanie J
Bought by
Mcdonald Patricia K and Mcdonald Joseph R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2019
Sold by
Wasson Wilhelm A and Wasson Stephanie J
Bought by
Wasson Wilhelm A and Wasson Stephanie J

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2013
Closed on
Aug 28, 2013
Sold by
Neely Jennifer M
Bought by
Wasson Wilhelm and Wasson Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Robin Willis
Tucson Expert Agents
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Lemcke
Help-U-Sell Realty Advantage
List Price
$47,500
Sold Price
$47,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2004
Sold by
El Mikhail
Bought by
Neely Jennifer M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$69,280
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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
Mcdonald Joseph E $129,000 Pioneer Title
Mcdonald Joseph E $129,000 Pioneer Title
Joseph R Mcdonald And Patricia Mcdonald Livin -- None Listed On Document
Mcdonald Patricia K $115,000 Stewart Title & Tr Of Tucson
Mcdonald Patricia K $115,000 Stewart Title & Tr Of Tucson
Wasson Wilhelm A -- None Available
Wasson Wilhelm $47,500 Fidelity National Title Agen
Neely Jennifer M $69,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcdonald Joseph E $103,200
Closed Mcdonald Joseph E $103,200
Previous Owner Mcdonald Patricia K $92,000
Previous Owner Neely Jennifer M $69,280
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/30/2013 08/30/13 Sold $47,500 0.0% $46 / Sq Ft
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2013 07/16/13 For Sale $47,500 -- $46 / 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
2025 $1,196 $10,704 -- --
2024 $1,196 $10,194 -- --
2023 $735 $9,709 $0 $0
2022 $735 $5,276 $0 $0
2021 $731 $4,786 $0 $0
2020 $708 $4,786 $0 $0
2019 $699 $5,470 $0 $0
2018 $684 $4,134 $0 $0
2017 $680 $4,134 $0 $0
2016 $749 $4,495 $0 $0
2015 $726 $4,281 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Robin Willis

    Tucson Expert Agents

  • Jeff Lemcke

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Jeff Lemcke

    Help-U-Sell Realty Advantage

    (520) 990-9054

    1 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Jeff Lemcke
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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 21319003

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 136-37-3850

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85730 Groves Lincoln Park

3844 S Desert Spring Dr, Tucson, AZ

This home is located at 3844 S Desert Spring Dr, Tucson, AZ 85730 since 16 July 2013 and is currently estimated at $181,504, approximately $177 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 3844 S Desert Spring Dr is a home located in Pima County with nearby schools including Irene Erickson Elementary School, Secrist Middle School, and Santa Rita High School.

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