NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3974 E Melinda Dr Phoenix, AZ 85050

Desert Ridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $510,324 - $571,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,444 Sq Ft
$373/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 13, 2016

Last sale price $299,000 $207 Per Sq Ft

Est. 79% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,027/month

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Fireside Elementary School Rated A
  • Gated Community
  • Santa Barbara Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2019

VERY WELL MAINTAINED 3 bed 2.5 bath home with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and an outdoor patio. Freshly painted, neutral color palette, and ample closet space. 2 car attached garage, additional storage. W/D in unit. No carpet! Conveniently located in the gated community of Fireside within desirable Desert Ridge with nearby shopping and easy access to the 101 and 51 freeways. Enjoy the amenities of the Fireside Community Center including pools, gym, tennis courts, and clubhouse. A small dog may be acceptable, please inquire. 12 month minimum lease. No hidden fees or rental tax.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Penny Bowen

West USA Realty License #SA665302000 Listed on: 01/09/2019

West USA Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Denise Alu

Fathom Realty Elite License #SA643661000

Fathom Realty Elite

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 2,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the front of the property
  • Private Streets
  • Block Wall Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Santa Barbara Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,444 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Low Emissivity Windows

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Wildfire Elementary School
  • Explorer Middle School
  • Pinnacle High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 1/9/19
  • 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
  • Tax Lot 152
  • Assessor Parcel Number 212-47-532

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Fireside At Desert R Association, Phone Number (480) 203-2166
  • Built by Pulte/Del Webb
  • Desert Ridge Superblock 11 Parcel 1B Subdivision, Sandstone Floorplan

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Clubhouse
  • Theater or Screening Room
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • HOA Paid By: Landlord
  • Rent Includes: Other
  • Available Date: 2019-01-09

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 40th St & Deer Valley Dr
  • Legal Info Range: 4E
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Basement: N
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Rental Info H O A Name: Fireside at Desert R
  • Non Assistive Animals: Lessor Approval
  • Lease Term Minimum Lease Term Months: 12
  • Master Model: Sandstone
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Subdivision Name: DESERT RIDGE SUPERBLOCK 11 PARCEL 1B
  • Architectural Style: Santa Barbara/Tuscan
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Windows:Dual Pane: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Technology:High Speed Internet Available: Yes
  • Laundry Features Inside: Yes
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Community Features:Community Spa2: Yes
  • Windows:Low-Emissivity Windows: Yes
  • Water Source City Water2: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Water Softener
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: No Fireplace
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Upstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
  • Living Area: 1444.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows, Dual Pane
  • Community Features:ClubhouseRec Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Countertops: Yes
  • Community Features:BikingWalking Path: Yes
  • Community Features:Comm Tennis Court(s): Yes
  • Community Features:Community Spa Htd: Yes
  • Community Features:Workout Facility: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Community Features:Community Media Room: Yes
  • Community Features:Children_squote_s Playgrnd: Yes
  • Community Features:Concierge: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Community Features:Gated: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Vanity: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Private Street(s)
  • Lot Features: Desert Front
  • Pool Private: No
  • Disclosures: None
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s), Patio
  • Roof: Tile
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Private Street(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Direct Access, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Dir Entry frm Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features:Electric Door Opener: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Engy Star (See Rmks), Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Community Spa, Community Spa Htd, Community Pool, Community Media Room, Concierge, Tennis Court(s), Biking/Walking Path, Clubhouse, Fitness Center
  • Association Name: Fireside at Desert R
  • Phone: 480-203-2166
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Lessor Approval

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wildfire Elementary School
  • High School: Pinnacle High School
  • Junior High Dist: Paradise Valley Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Explorer Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2100.0
  • Parcel #: 212-47-532

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Pulte/Del Webb

Tax Info

  • Tax Book Number: 212.00
  • Tax Lot: 152
  • Tax Map Number: 47.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2016
Sold by
Bowen Penny and Bowen Shawn
Bought by
3974 Melinda Llc
Current Estimated Value
$535,230

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 27, 2015
Closed on
Apr 1, 2016
Sold by
Merkow Erik
Bought by
Bowen Penny and Bowen Shawn
Seller's Agent
Nichole LaPado
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brian Nolan
West USA Realty
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$299,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-9.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.27%
Original Mortgage
$224,250
Interest Rate
3.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2014
Closed on
Aug 7, 2014
Sold by
Steffelin Edward S
Bought by
Merkow Erik
Seller's Agent
Amy Koch
The Brokery
Buyer's Agent
Shannon Quagliata
Real Broker
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-7.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.82%
Original Mortgage
$250,381
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2012
Sold by
Steffelin Brita
Bought by
Steffelin Ed

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,500
Interest Rate
3.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2011
Sold by
Steffelin Robyn
Bought by
Steffelin Edward

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2011
Sold by
Le Guelaff Andrew D
Bought by
Steffelin Robyn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2008
Sold by
Pulte Home Corp
Bought by
Leguelaff Andrew D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$282,615
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
3974 Melinda Llc -- None Listed On Document
3974 Melinda Llc -- None Listed On Document
Bowen Penny $299,000 Pioneer Title Agency Inc
Merkow Erik $255,000 Pioneer Title Agency Inc
Steffelin Ed -- Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Steffelin Edward -- None Available
Steffelin Robyn $150,000 Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Leguelaff Andrew D $287,051 Sun Title Agency Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bowen Penny $224,250
Previous Owner Merkow Erik $250,381
Previous Owner Steffelin Ed $133,500
Previous Owner Leguelaff Andrew D $282,615
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/01/2019 02/01/19 Rented $1,875 0.0% --
01/09/2019 01/09/19 For Rent $1,875 0.0% --
04/13/2016 04/13/16 Sold $299,000 -3.5% $207 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/22/2016 02/22/16 Price Changed $310,000 -1.6% $215 / Sq Ft
02/09/2016 02/09/16 Price Changed $315,000 -1.3% $218 / Sq Ft
12/02/2015 12/02/15 Price Changed $319,000 -3.0% $221 / Sq Ft
11/26/2015 11/26/15 For Sale $329,000 +29.0% $228 / Sq Ft
09/24/2014 09/24/14 Sold $255,000 0.0% $177 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/09/2014 07/09/14 Price Changed $255,000 -4.7% $177 / Sq Ft
06/01/2014 06/01/14 Price Changed $267,500 -0.7% $185 / Sq Ft
05/18/2014 05/18/14 Price Changed $269,500 -1.1% $187 / Sq Ft
04/15/2014 04/15/14 Price Changed $272,500 -0.9% $189 / Sq Ft
02/18/2014 02/18/14 For Sale $275,000 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

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 $2,675 $31,363 -- --
2024 $3,056 $29,869 -- --
2023 $3,056 $36,230 $7,240 $28,990
2022 $3,026 $28,260 $5,650 $22,610
2021 $3,035 $26,430 $5,280 $21,150
2020 $2,941 $25,130 $5,020 $20,110
2019 $2,945 $24,050 $4,810 $19,240
2018 $2,848 $22,980 $4,590 $18,390
2017 $2,730 $22,370 $4,470 $17,900
2016 $2,685 $22,200 $4,440 $17,760
2015 $2,122 $22,320 $4,460 $17,860
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Landlord's Agent in 2019

    Penny Bowen

    West USA Realty

    (310) 968-3971

    Penny Bowen
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  • Denise Alu

    Tenant's Agent in 2019

    Denise Alu

    Fathom Realty Elite

    (480) 689-8651

    2 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Denise Alu
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  • Nichole LaPado

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Nichole LaPado

    Compass

    (480) 203-5709

    10 Total Sales

    Nichole LaPado
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Brian Nolan

    West USA Realty

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  • Amy Koch

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Amy Koch

    The Brokery

    (602) 386-7343

    22 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Amy Koch
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  • Shannon Quagliata

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Shannon Quagliata

    Real Broker

    (480) 293-4579

    2 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Shannon Quagliata
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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 5865024

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 212-47-532

Arizona Maricopa County Phoenix 85050 Desert Ridge

3974 E Melinda Dr, Phoenix, AZ

Not Listed for Sale

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