$843,477
SOLD SEP 30, 2024

5861 E River Rd Tucson, AZ 85750

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,648 Sq Ft
1.08 Acres

Recently Sold

$319 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

269 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Panoramic View
  • Hilltop Location
  • 2 Car Garage
  • 1.08 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of September 2024

Would you like that feeling of being on top of the world? Then up the long driveway you will find the best views in the neighborhood; private and secluded. Located in the heart of the Catalina Foothills, this ridgetop home offers amazing 360-degree views of the entire Tucson Valley. Sweeping views across the valley offer you front row seats to breathtaking twinkling city lights, majestic mountains, and beautiful sunset vistas. Enjoy the Tucson lifestyle from the rear patio with the sparkling pool, spa & panoramic views. 10' vaulted ceilings (some planked) and towering beehive in the great room. You will find the heart of the home to be this impressive kitchen with extensive center island and abundant cabinets. Much to see and enjoy! Be sure to see the floor plan and virtual tour.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Johnson

Tierra Antigua Realty Listed on: 01/02/2024

Tierra Antigua Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Jillian Barnes

Long Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,094

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 1.08 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 130' x 361' x 124' x 451'
  • East Facing Home
  • East or West Exposure
  • Gated Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Hilltop Location
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Pima County - CR1

HOA Fees

  • $18 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Santa Fe Architecture
  • Southwestern Architecture
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Shingle Roof
  • Built-Up Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,648 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Shutters
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer

Home Security

  • Alarm System
  • Security Gate

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Whitmore Elementary School
  • Magee Middle School
  • Sabino High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • $75 HOA Transfer Fee
  • Rio Verde Vista Association, Phone Number (520) 623-2324
  • Rio Verde Vista Ii Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,094

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$18 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch, Santa Fe, Southwestern
  • Technology: Alarm System, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Pre-Wired Tele Lines, Telephone
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: RIO VERDE VISTA II LOT 8
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 338.94
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Exhaust Fan, Shower & Tub
  • Exterior Features Front Faces: East
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Kitchen Features Number Of Ovens: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Pane Windows, Skylights, Storage, Walk In Closet(s), Water Softener
  • Fireplace: Bee Hive, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Exhaust Fan, Jetted Tub, Shower & Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Stainless
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: Granite
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Walk-In
  • Laundry Other: Exhaust fan
  • Living Areas: Family Room, Great Room, Off Kitchen
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: Den, Office
  • Combined Sq Ft: 2648.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Island, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 2648.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco, Slump Block
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Asphalt
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Wrought Iron
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Low Care
  • Landscape Rear: Low Care, Sprinkler/Drip
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Patio
  • Pool Conventional: Yes
  • Road Maintenance: County
  • Roof: Built-Up - Reflect, Shingle
  • Spa: Conventional
  • View: City, Mountains, Panoramic, Sunrise, Sunset

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: Attached Garage/Carport
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 2.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Rv Parking: None

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Subscription
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Main Heating Other: UV Air Filter
  • Security: Alarm Installed, Gated, Rolling Security Shutters, Shutters
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fees Include: None
  • HOA: Yes
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 18.00
  • HOA Name: Rio Verde Vista
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Annually
  • HOA Telephone: 520-623-2324
  • HOA Transfer Fee: 75.00
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: None

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: TUSD
  • Elementary School: Whitmore
  • Middle School: Magee
  • High School: Sabino

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 130' x 361' x 124' x 451'
  • Lot Features: East/West Exposure, Elevated Lot
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 19.02
  • Lot Sq Ft: 47175.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 17.88
  • Municipality Zoning: Pima County - CR1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1993

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 109-22-2880
  • Taxes: 4094.19
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Magee
  • Elementary School: Whitmore
  • High School: Sabino
  • School District: TUSD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2024
Closed on
Sep 26, 2024
Sold by
Short Martin and Short Vicki
Bought by
Schwab Gregory J and Schwab Wanda
Seller's Agent
Linda Johnson
Tierra Antigua Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jillian Barnes
Long Realty
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$843,477
Premium/Discount to List
-$151,523
-15.23%
Views
183
Current Estimated Value
$861,208

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,731
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.76%
Original Mortgage
$674,782
Outstanding Balance
$671,065
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$191,904

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2017
Closed on
Mar 3, 2017
Sold by
Kitzrow Thomas R and Kitzrow Susan
Bought by
Short Martin and Short Vicki
Seller's Agent
John Georgelos
Apex Real Estate Services, LLC
Buyer's Agent
John Georgelos
Apex Real Estate Services, LLC
List Price
$474,000
Sold Price
$474,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.92%
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2003
Sold by
Sainz Jose Gerardo
Bought by
Kitzrow Thomas R and Kitzrow Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2001
Sold by
Sainz Rachel Frances
Bought by
Sainz Jose Gerardo
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $843,477 Pioneer Title
Warranty Deed $474,000 Fidelity Natl Title Agency I
Warranty Deed $474,000 Fidelity Natl Title Agency I
Warranty Deed $455,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $674,782 New Conventional
Previous Owner $409,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $424,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $170,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Sold $843,477 -6.0% $319 / Sq Ft
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Price Changed $897,500 -4.4% $339 / Sq Ft
04/19/2024 04/19/24 Price Changed $939,000 -2.1% $355 / Sq Ft
03/22/2024 03/22/24 Price Changed $959,000 -3.6% $362 / Sq Ft
01/02/2024 01/02/24 For Sale $995,000 +109.9% $376 / Sq Ft
03/10/2017 03/10/17 Sold $474,000 0.0% $179 / Sq Ft
02/08/2017 02/08/17 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2017 02/01/17 For Sale $474,000 -- $179 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

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
2024 $4,386 $40,567 -- --
2023 $3,999 $38,636 $0 $0
2022 $3,999 $36,796 $0 $0
2021 $4,050 $33,801 $0 $0
2020 $3,959 $33,801 $0 $0
2019 $3,917 $32,594 $0 $0
2018 $3,770 $29,199 $0 $0
2017 $3,592 $29,199 $0 $0
2016 $4,287 $34,215 $0 $0
2015 $4,101 $32,585 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22400061

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 109-22-2880