NOT LISTED FOR SALE

421 E Desert Dr Phoenix, AZ 85042

South Mountain Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $329,000 - $385,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,351 Sq Ft
$261/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 25, 2025

Last sale price $358,000 $265 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,002 / mo

146 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Phoenix Coding Academy Rated A
  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

About This Home

As of August 2025

MOVE-IN READY & waiting for You! This charming home is the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers, small families, or anyone looking to enjoy comfortable living with no HOA restrictions!
Located just minutes from beautiful South Mountain & with quick freeway access, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: convenience and natural beauty right at your doorstep. Whether you're commuting downtown or planning weekend hikes, this location has you covered. Step inside to a welcoming layout that's ready for your personal touch. The home features plenty of natural light, and the spacious front & backyard for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your dream outdoor space. There's an RV gate & plenty of parking, making it easy to accommodate guests, toys, or extra vehicles. Come see it out yourself!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Luis Montano

Planet Realty License #SA561732000 Listed on: 02/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Ruben Luna

eXp Realty License #SA558959000

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $789

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 6,839 Sq Ft Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Grass Covered Lot

Parking

  • 5 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,351 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Schools

  • Maxine O Bush Elementary School
  • South Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Thunderbird Country Club Est 6 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 329
  • Assessor Parcel Number 300-45-087

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$789

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

6,839 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 7th St & Baseline
  • Legal Info Range: 3E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Basement: N
  • Parking Spaces Slab Parking Spaces: 5.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Subdivision Name: THUNDERBIRD COUNTRY CLUB EST 6
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 264.99
  • Dining Area:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Source City Water: Yes
  • Fireplace Features Fireplace Living Rm: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Electric Cooktop: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
  • Living Area: 1351.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Lot Features: Gravel/Stone Back, Grass Front
  • Pool Private: No
  • Disclosures: None
  • Construction Type: Painted, Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction:Block: Yes
  • General Property Description:Community Pool YN2: No
  • General Property Description:Private Pool YN2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 5.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Wshr/Dry HookUp Only
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Electric: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: N
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fee Incl:No Fees: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: No Fees

Schools

  • Elementary School: Maxine O Bush Elementary School
  • High School: South Mountain High School
  • Junior High Dist: Phoenix Union High School District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Maxine O Bush Elementary School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6839.0
  • Parcel #: 300-45-087

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Unknown

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 789.0
  • Tax Book Number: 300.00
  • Tax Lot: 329
  • Tax Map Number: 45.00

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 15, 2025
Sold by
Martinez Maria Isabel
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Luis Montano
Planet Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ruben Luna
eXp Realty
List Price
$398,000
Sold Price
$358,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-10.05%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$352,392

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,608
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.55%
Original Mortgage
$351,515
Outstanding Balance
$347,929
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$4,463

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2006
Sold by
Larrea Julie M and Larrea Angel
Bought by
Martinez Maria Isabel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,150
Interest Rate
8.79%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2006
Sold by
Fowler Richard
Bought by
Larrea Angel and Larrea Julie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in South Mountain, AZ

  • Jason Giarrizzo Real Estate Agent - West USA Realty

    Jason Giarrizzo

    West USA Realty

    (602) 755-1830

    137 Total Sales

    1 in South Mountain

    $585,000 Price

    Jason Giarrizzo
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  • Janet Smith Real Estate Agent - CPA Advantage Realty, LLC

    Janet Smith

    Responds Quickly

    CPA Advantage Realty, LLC

    (480) 389-5195

    28 Total Sales

    3 in South Mountain

    $291K - $428K Price Range

    Janet Smith
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  • Susan Bassal Real Estate Agent - HomeSmart

    Susan Bassal

    HomeSmart

    (423) 818-9782

    18 Total Sales

    12 in South Mountain

    $357K - $1.1M Price Range

    Susan Bassal
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  • Corey Hord Real Estate Agent - Long Realty Unlimited

    Corey Hord

    Long Realty Unlimited

    (623) 526-1762

    41 Total Sales

    1 in South Mountain

    $390,000 Price

    Corey Hord
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  • Janelle Duncan Real Estate Agent - PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

    Janelle Duncan

    PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

    (888) 609-3651

    58 Total Sales

    1 in South Mountain

    $467,000 Price

    Janelle Duncan
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  • Sharon Terhune Real Estate Agent - eXp Realty

    Sharon Terhune

    eXp Realty

    (623) 233-0816

    42 Total Sales

    1 in South Mountain

    $355,000 Price

    Sharon Terhune
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$358,000 Navi Title Agency
Martinez Maria Isabel $217,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Larrea Angel $150,000 Camelback Title Agency Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $351,515
Previous Owner Martinez Maria Isabel $206,150
Previous Owner Martinez Maria Isabel $10,850
Previous Owner Larrea Angel $156,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Sold $358,000 -5.3% $265 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Price Changed $378,000 -2.6% $280 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Price Changed $388,000 -2.5% $287 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Price Changed $397,999 0.0% $295 / Sq Ft
02/19/2025 02/19/25 For Sale $398,000 -- $295 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Tax History

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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 $809 $5,986
2024 $764 $5,701
2023 $764 $22,260 $4,450 $17,810
2022 $749 $16,450 $3,290 $13,160
2021 $772 $14,910 $2,980 $11,930
2020 $762 $13,700 $2,740 $10,960
2019 $736 $11,250 $2,250 $9,000
2018 $715 $10,580 $2,110 $8,470
2017 $667 $8,030 $1,600 $6,430
2016 $633 $7,200 $1,440 $5,760
2015 $588 $5,600 $1,120 $4,480
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Luis Montano Real Estate Agent - Planet Realty

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Luis Montano

    Planet Realty

    (602) 446-8811

    3 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Luis Montano
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  • Ruben Luna Real Estate Agent - eXp Realty

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Ruben Luna

    eXp Realty

    (602) 726-4215

    106 in this area

    2,304 Total Sales

    Ruben Luna
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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6837961

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 300-45-087

Arizona Maricopa County Phoenix 85042 South Mountain

421 E Desert Dr, Phoenix, AZ

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