NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3977 E Melinda Dr Phoenix, AZ 85050

Desert Ridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $543,000 - $629,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,875 Sq Ft
$317/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 17, 2012

Last sale price $236,000 $126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 152% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,571/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • End Unit
  • Fireside Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Private Yard

About This Home

As of March 2012

Looking for Move-in-ready? Look no further! This Beautiful Move-In-Ready Home features 3 Bedroom PLUS Den & 2 1/2 Baths in the Highly Desired Community of Fireside @ Desert Ridge! Upgrades Galore: Staggered Maple Cabinets w/2'' Crown, Corian K-tops, High End Stainless Gas Range,DW w/hidden controls & Stainless Micro. 20'' Tile diagonally laid, Stair Rail w/ Iron/Maple, Laundry Cabs,New Water Softener(July 11).Community of Fireside @ Desert Ridge features 2 Resort-Like Pools, Splash pad, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Playgrounds, & Fitness center & classes w/ childcare! All this and only minutes away from all Desert Ridge Marketplace has to offer! Restaurants, Shopping, and close to the freeway! This rare find for a gorgeous home in the heart of it all w/ NOT last!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Deena Harris

My Home Group Real Estate License #SA584209000 Listed on: 12/05/2011

My Home Group Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Sheryl Lage

West USA Realty License #BR545860000

West USA Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheryl Lage

West USA Realty License #BR545860000

West USA Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,991

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 2,533 Sq Ft Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,875 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Mountain Views
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

Location

  • Property is near bus stop

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

  • Short Sale
  • Tax Lot 160
  • Assessor Parcel Number 212-47-540

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance, street maintenance, front yard maint
  • Fireside @ Dr Association, Phone Number (480) 203-2166
  • Desert Ridge Association, Phone Number (480) 551-4552
  • Association Phone (480) 551-4552
  • Built by Pulte Homes
  • Fireside At Desert Ridge Subdivision

Recreation

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

Additional Features

  • Recreation Room
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,991

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$206 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 40th St and Deer Valley
  • Legal Info Range: 4E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HOA #2 Name: Desert Ridge
  • HOA #2 Phone Number: 480-551-4552
  • HOA #2: Y
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 206.0
  • Basement: N
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Tax Year: 2011
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Co List Office Mls Id: rein001
  • Co List Office Phone: 480-821-4232
  • Subdivision Name: Fireside at Desert Ridge
  • Efficiency: Multi-Pane Wndws
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 125.87
  • Association Fees:HOA Fee2: 175.0
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Community Features:Community Spa2: Yes
  • Water Source City Water: Yes
  • Special Listing Cond:Short Sale: Yes
  • Technology:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Special Features: 4108

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Upstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
  • Living Area: 1875.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Community Features:ClubhouseRec Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: 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
  • Kitchen Features:Non-laminate Counter: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Community Features:Children_squote_s Playgrnd: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Walk-in Pantry: Yes
  • Community Features:Near Bus Stop: Yes
  • Community Features:Gated: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Wshr/Dry HookUp Only
  • 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, Near Bus Stop, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center
  • Association #2 Fee: 186.0
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Fee: 175.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Desert Ridge
  • Association Name: Fireside @ DR
  • Association Phone #2: 480-551-4552
  • Phone: 480-203-2166
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: Y
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees:HOA Name4: Fireside @ DR
  • Association Fee Incl:Common Area Maint3: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency 2: Semi-Annually
  • Association Fee Incl:Front Yard Maint: Yes
  • Association Fee Incl:Street Maint: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint, Front Yard Maint

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: 2533.0
  • Parcel #: 212-47-540

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Pulte Homes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1991.0
  • Tax Book Number: 212.00
  • Tax Lot: 160
  • Tax Map Number: 47.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2021
Sold by
Panait Atena Daniela and Achim Cristian
Bought by
Achim Cristian and Panait Alena Daiela
Current Estimated Value
$594,521

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 5, 2011
Closed on
Mar 14, 2012
Sold by
Achim Athena
Bought by
Achim Cristian
Seller's Agent
Deena Harris
My Home Group Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sheryl Lage
West USA Realty
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$236,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
3.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.89%
Original Mortgage
$188,800
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2007
Sold by
Pulte Home Corp
Bought by
Varisco Brian J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$371,775
Interest Rate
6.38%
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
Achim Cristian -- American Title Services
Achim Cristian -- Fidelity National Title Agen
Achim Cristian $236,000 Fidelity National Title Agen
Varisco Brian J $391,343 Sun Title Agency Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Achim Cristian $188,800
Previous Owner Varisco Brian J $371,775
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/17/2012 03/17/12 Sold $236,000 +3.1% $126 / Sq Ft
12/16/2011 12/16/11 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2011 12/05/11 For Sale $229,000 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

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 $3,262 $37,665 -- --
2024 $3,105 $35,872 -- --
2023 $3,105 $42,600 $8,520 $34,080
2022 $3,076 $33,210 $6,640 $26,570
2021 $3,127 $31,250 $6,250 $25,000
2020 $3,020 $29,870 $5,970 $23,900
2019 $3,034 $28,550 $5,710 $22,840
2018 $2,923 $27,480 $5,490 $21,990
2017 $2,792 $26,880 $5,370 $21,510
2016 $2,748 $26,750 $5,350 $21,400
2015 $2,549 $27,100 $5,420 $21,680
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Deena Harris

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Deena Harris

    My Home Group

    14 Total Sales

    Deena Harris
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  • Sheryl Lage

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Sheryl Lage

    West USA Realty

    (602) 214-3966

    20 Total Sales

    Sheryl Lage
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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 4684784

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 212-47-540

Arizona Maricopa County Phoenix 85050 Desert Ridge

3977 E Melinda Dr, Phoenix, AZ

Not Listed for Sale

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