$590,000
SOLD FEB 6, 2026

545 E Krista Way Tempe, AZ 85284

South Tempe Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,910 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$309 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Santa Barbara Architecture
  • Private Yard
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • C I Waggoner School Rated A-
  • Tennis Courts
  • Wood Frame Window

About This Home

As of February 2026

Beautifully light-filled home featuring an open floor plan, high ceilings, and a flexible fourth bedroom perfect as a den or office. The split primary suite offers added privacy, while the eat-in kitchen includes tile counters and light maple cabinetry. Home features neutral finishes, shutters, vertical blinds, and built-in garage cabinets. Enjoy a charming, low-maintenance backyard on a quiet street with ideal N/S exposure. Located in a lush, gated community with green spaces, park, and tennis courts, and close to shopping, dining, and Kyrene schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Emily Duarte

Keller Williams Arizona Realty License #SA565425000 Listed on: 12/11/2025

Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Hamed Kavian

Realty ONE Group License #SA550465000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,079

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 5,719 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Streets
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $183 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,910 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Solar Screens
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry in unit

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Schools

  • C I Waggoner Elementary School
  • Kyrene Middle School
  • Corona Del Sol High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • North or South Exposure
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Property is near bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Tax Lot 221
  • Assessor Parcel Number 308-15-221

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance, street maintenance
  • Aam Llc Association, Phone Number (602) 957-9191
  • Coventry Tempe Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,079

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

5,719 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$183 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Rural and Elliot Roads
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Recreation Center Fee 2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 183.33
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Subdivision Name: Coventry Tempe
  • Architectural Style: Santa Barbara/Tuscan
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 308.9
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: Ranch
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps
  • Living Area: 1910.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Solar Screens, Wood Frames, Dual Pane

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Private Street(s), Private Yard
  • Lot Features: North/South Exposure, Desert Front, Desert Back, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Pool Private: No
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Painted, Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attch'd Gar Cabinets
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Near Bus Stop, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path
  • Association Fee: 1100.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Name: Coventry Tempe
  • Phone: 602-957-9191
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA DisclosureAddendum Affirmation: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 400.0
  • Association Fees:Special Assessment HOA: No
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fees:Disclosure Fees HOA: 400.0
  • Association Fees:HOA Management Company: AAM LLC
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: %

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint

Schools

  • Elementary School: C I Waggoner School
  • High School: Corona Del Sol High School
  • Junior High Dist: Tempe Union High School District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kyrene Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5719.0
  • Parcel #: 308-15-221

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Unknown

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4078.72
  • Tax Lot: 221

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 11, 2025
Closed on
Feb 3, 2026
Sold by
Padilla-Herron Virginia Ann and Padilla Herron Family Trust
Bought by
Todd-Heydarian Family Trust and Heydarian
Seller's Agent
Emily Duarte
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hamed Kavian
Realty ONE Group
List Price
$615,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.07%
Views
45

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
32.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2020
Sold by
Evenson Allie C and Evenson Esther
Bought by
Padilla Herron Virginia Ann and Padilla Herron Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2015
Closed on
Nov 2, 2016
Sold by
Evenson Al and Evenson Esther
Bought by
Evenson Allie C and Evenson Esther
Seller's Agent
Denise Walsh
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
John Angelo
Compass
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$329,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
1.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.69%
Original Mortgage
$243,750
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2015
Closed on
Sep 7, 2016
Sold by
Rosen Kenneth H
Bought by
Evenson Al and Evenson Esther
Seller's Agent
Denise Walsh
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
John Angelo
Compass
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$329,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
1.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$243,750
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2001
Sold by
Gaintner James L and Christine Gaintner B
Bought by
Rosen Renee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 1998
Sold by
Del Webbs Coventry Homes Inc
Bought by
Gaintner James L and Christine Gaintner B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
6.82%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $590,000 Premier Title Agency
Warranty Deed $425,000 Pioneer Title Agency Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- North American Title Company
Cash Sale Deed $329,000 Fidelity Natl Title Agency
Cash Sale Deed $227,000 Grand Canyon Title Agency In
Joint Tenancy Deed $186,085 First American Title
Warranty Deed -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $243,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/06/2026 02/06/26 Sold $590,000 -4.1% $309 / Sq Ft
12/11/2025 12/11/25 For Sale $615,000 +86.9% $322 / Sq Ft
09/19/2016 09/19/16 Sold $329,000 0.0% $172 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/06/2016 08/06/16 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2016 08/01/16 Price Changed $329,000 +1.2% $172 / Sq Ft
08/01/2016 08/01/16 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
04/16/2016 04/16/16 Pending -- -- --
04/13/2016 04/13/16 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
04/13/2016 04/13/16 Price Changed $325,000 -3.0% $170 / Sq Ft
04/07/2016 04/07/16 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2016 03/21/16 Price Changed $335,000 -1.5% $175 / Sq Ft
02/27/2016 02/27/16 Price Changed $340,000 -1.4% $178 / Sq Ft
10/26/2015 10/26/15 Price Changed $345,000 -1.4% $181 / Sq Ft
10/09/2015 10/09/15 Price Changed $350,000 -2.5% $183 / Sq Ft
09/24/2015 09/24/15 Price Changed $359,000 -3.0% $188 / Sq Ft
07/31/2015 07/31/15 For Sale $370,000 -- $194 / 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 $4,079 $37,405 -- --
2024 $3,857 $35,624 -- --
2023 $3,857 $44,620 $8,920 $35,700
2022 $3,678 $35,900 $7,180 $28,720
2021 $3,760 $34,550 $6,910 $27,640
2020 $3,169 $32,160 $6,430 $25,730
2019 $3,069 $31,070 $6,210 $24,860
2018 $2,966 $29,320 $5,860 $23,460
2017 $2,843 $27,800 $5,560 $22,240
2016 $3,357 $28,130 $5,620 $22,510
2015 $3,095 $25,800 $5,160 $20,640
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Emily Duarte

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Emily Duarte

    Keller Williams Arizona Realty

    (480) 467-9278

    6 in this area

    281 Total Sales

    Emily Duarte
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Hamed Kavian

    Realty One Group

    (480) 777-4500

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Hamed Kavian
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  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Denise Walsh

    HomeSmart

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  • John Angelo

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    John Angelo

    Compass

    (602) 616-1455

    4 in this area

    166 Total Sales

    John Angelo
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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6956912

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 308-15-221

Arizona Maricopa County Tempe 85284 South Tempe

545 E Krista Way, Tempe, AZ

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