$379,900
SOLD JUN 5, 2017

5541 W Desperado Way Phoenix, AZ 85083

Stetson Valley Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,336 Sq Ft
8,400 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$163 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Granite Countertops
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Sandra Day O'connor High School Rated A-
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

About This Home

As of June 2025

BEAUTIFUL HOME IN STETSON VALLEY. N/S exposure in an area of single level homes. Mountain views front and back. Lots of community open space, greenbelts, play areas and splash pads. Hiking trails and Deem Hills Recreation Area nearby. 3 bedrooms (split) 2.5 baths with DEN, huge master closet. 10' ceilings and lots of shutters, custom window trim, neutral paint. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, staggered maple cabinets, gas cooktop, double ovens, GE Profile appliances and under cabinet lighting. Utility room with maple cabinets and utility sink. Alarm system. Outside you'll find RV gate, LOTS Of PAVERS and a custom aluminum pergola off rear patio. Separate one car garage with lots of storage, custom cabinets and workbench. Lots of electric in garages

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Propati

West USA Realty License #SA023239000 Listed on: 05/11/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Jenny Smith

Re/Max Fine Properties License #SA652168000

Re/Max Fine Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,921

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $73 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,336 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Solar Screens
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Schools

  • Hillcrest Middle School
  • Sandra Day O'connor High School

Utilities

  • Refrigerated Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 40
  • Assessor Parcel Number 201-41-420

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance
  • Pds Association, Phone Number (623) 877-1396
  • Built by Pulte
  • Stetson Valley Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,921

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$73 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 51st Ave North of Happy Valley Rd.
  • Legal Info Range: 2E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HOA #2: N
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Recreation Center Fee 2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 73.33
  • Basement: N
  • Parking Spaces Slab Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Directions: N on 51st Ave, becomes Stetson Valley Pkwy. Continue N to SECOND Inspiration Mountain Pkwy, turn left on Quail Track, then right, continuing on Quail Track to 55th Dr. Turn R then L to Desperado Way
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family - Detached
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Subdivision Name: STETSON VALLEY
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Association Fees:HOA Fee2: 220.0
  • Windows:Dual Pane: Yes
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Technology:High Speed Internet Available: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Soft Water Loop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Double Vanity, Separate Shwr & Tub, High Speed Internet, Granite Counters
  • Living Area: 2336.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Sunscreen(s), Dual Pane
  • Fireplace:No Fireplace: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Countertops: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: Yes
  • Community Features:BikingWalking Path: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Wall Oven(s): Yes
  • Community Features:Children_squote_s Playgrnd: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Walk-in Pantry: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Cook Top Gas: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Multiple Ovens: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s)
  • Lot Features: Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Painted, Stucco, Frame - Wood
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Refrigeration
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System Owned
  • Water Source: City Water
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Playground, Biking/Walking Path
  • Amenities: Management
  • Association Fee: 220.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Stetson Valley HOA
  • Phone: 623-877-1396
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: Y
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 75.0
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fees:HOA Name4: Stetson Valley HOA
  • Association Fees:HOA Telephone4: 623-877-1396
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fee Incl:Common Area Maint3: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Management Company: PDS
  • Association Fees:HOA Management Phone: 623-877-1396
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: $

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • High School: Sandra Day O'Connor High School
  • Junior High Dist: Deer Valley Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hillcrest Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8400.0
  • Parcel #: 201-41-420
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Pulte

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2921.0
  • Tax Book Number: 201.00
  • Tax Lot: 40
  • Tax Map Number: 41.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2025
Closed on
Jun 2, 2025
Sold by
Fisher John E and Fisher Beth E
Bought by
Kent
Seller's Agent
Jenny Smith
Re/Max Fine Properties
Buyer's Agent
Melissa McCormick Wise
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$680,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.73%
Views
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.62%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2017
Closed on
May 26, 2017
Sold by
Propati Joseph John and Propati Karen Anne
Bought by
Fisher John E and Fisher Beth E
Seller's Agent
Joseph Propati
West USA Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jenny Smith
Re/Max Fine Properties
List Price
$379,900
Sold Price
$379,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.53%
Original Mortgage
$303,920
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2012
Sold by
Propati Joseph J and Propati Karen A
Bought by
Propati Joseph John and Propati Karen Anne

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2008
Sold by
Pulte Home Corp
Bought by
Propati Joseph J and Propati Karen A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.11%
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 $680,000 Title Services Of The Valley
Warranty Deed $379,900 Driggs Title Agency Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Corporate Deed $339,600 Sun Title Agency Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $303,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $129,850 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Sold $680,000 -0.7% $291 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $685,000 +80.3% $293 / Sq Ft
06/05/2017 06/05/17 Sold $379,900 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
05/11/2017 05/11/17 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2017 05/11/17 For Sale $379,900 -- $163 / 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 $3,458 $40,082 -- --
2024 $3,394 $38,174 -- --
2023 $3,394 $46,400 $9,280 $37,120
2022 $3,266 $35,880 $7,170 $28,710
2021 $3,411 $33,630 $6,720 $26,910
2020 $3,349 $31,720 $6,340 $25,380
2019 $3,246 $29,910 $5,980 $23,930
2018 $3,206 $29,400 $5,880 $23,520
2017 $3,095 $27,810 $5,560 $22,250
2016 $2,921 $26,980 $5,390 $21,590
2015 $2,607 $28,950 $5,790 $23,160
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jenny Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jenny Smith

    RE/MAX

    (602) 463-6448

    1 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Jenny Smith
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  • Melissa McCormick Wise

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Melissa McCormick Wise

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (602) 432-1840

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Melissa McCormick Wise
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  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Joseph Propati

    West USA Realty

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jenny Cramer

    My Home Group Real Estate

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 5603648

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 201-41-420

Arizona Maricopa County Phoenix 85083 Stetson Valley

5541 W Desperado Way, Phoenix, AZ

This home is located at 5541 W Desperado Way, Phoenix, AZ 85083 and is currently priced at $379,900, approximately $162 per square foot. This property was built in 2008. 5541 W Desperado Way is a home located in Maricopa County with nearby schools including Sandra Day O'connor High School, Hillcrest Middle School, and Bayer Private School.

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