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Seller's Agent in 2024
Greg Yares
Long Realty
(520) 323-9020
4 in this area
52 Total Sales
627 N Forgeus Ave Tucson, AZ 85716
Sam Hughes NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $903,154 - $1,028,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,608
Sq Ft
$367/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Multiple Garages
- Green energy generation from water
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Sam Hughes Elementary Rated 10
- Mountain View
- Terracotta or Satillo Flooring
About This Home
As of April 2024This beautiful Spanish Revival/Santa Fe home is a Southwest sanctuary like no other. It has brilliant natural light, three bedrooms, 2 baths, 10 foot ceilings, exposed viga beams, huge views from its rooftop deck, a large 2 car garage, owned solar electric panels and solar water heater. It's surrounded by a privacy wall, with outdoor living courtyards front and back that create a true oasis. Located in an excellent spot in the heart of the Sam Hughes neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona, it has easy access to central city amenities like the University of Arizona, Himmel Park, Flora's Market, the famous Tumerico restaurant. Other features: historic status, outdoor shower, ramps to the house in front and back, roll in shower in the hall bathroom, room for a big garden in the far back yard.
Last Buyer's Agent
Virna Fratt
Holladay Property Services
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,191
Year Built
- Built in 1973
Lot Details
- 9,104 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 48 x 190
- Property fronts an alley
- Infill Lot
- East Facing Home
- East or West Exposure
- Masonry wall
- Block Wall Fence
- Desert Landscape
- Native Plants
- Shrub
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is zoned Tucson - R1
Home Design
- Santa Fe Architecture
- Spanish Architecture
- Tile Roof
- Built-Up Roof
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 2,608 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Decorative Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Mountain Views
- Window Bars
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Convection Oven
- Electric Oven
- Plumbed For Gas In Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Pavers
- Terracotta
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Shower Only
- Shower Only in Secondary Bathroom
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Multiple Garages
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Accessible Home Design
- Roll-in Shower
- Doors with lever handles
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
- No Interior Steps
- Ramp on the main level
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Lighting
- Green energy generation from water
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
- Solar Water Heater
- Gray Water System
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Patio
- Water Fountains
- Arizona Room
Schools
- Sam Hughes Elementary School
- Mansfeld Middle School
- Tucson High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Evaporated cooling system
- Heating System Uses Gas
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Sam Hughes Community
- Fairmount Addition Subdivision
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Pickleball Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 1, 2024
Closed on
Apr 3, 2024
Sold by
Rodrigo G Villar Living Trust and Villar Rodrigo G
Bought by
Chen Sam Szu-Cheng and Chen Dawn A
Seller's Agent
Greg Yares
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Virna Fratt
Holladay Property Services
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,035,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-5.91%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$128,392
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.31%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$648,956
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$308,833
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 1, 2024
Closed on
Mar 27, 2024
Sold by
Rodrigo G Villar Living Trust and Villar Rodrigo G
Bought by
Chen Sam Szu-Cheng and Chen Dawn A
Seller's Agent
Greg Yares
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Virna Fratt
Holladay Property Services
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,035,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-5.91%
Views
26
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$648,956
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$308,833
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2021
Sold by
Villar Rodrigo
Bought by
Villar Rodrigo G and Laidig Robert J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2000
Sold by
Reiter Jocelyn S
Bought by
Villar Rodrigo
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
8.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 1995
Sold by
Alspach D David and Alspach Denis K
Bought by
Reiter Jocelyn S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Interest Rate
8.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen Sam Szu-Cheng | $1,035,000 | First American Title Insurance | |
| Chen Sam Szu-Cheng | $1,035,000 | First American Title Insurance | |
| Villar Rodrigo G | -- | None Available | |
| Villar Rodrigo | $181,200 | -- | |
| Reiter Jocelyn S | $144,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chen Sam Szu-Cheng | $660,000 | |
| Closed | Chen Sam Szu-Cheng | $660,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Villar Rodrigo | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Reiter Jocelyn S | $113,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2024 04/04/24 | Sold | $1,035,000 | -5.9% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2024 04/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2024 03/01/24 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $422 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,525 | $26,645 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $3,381 | $25,377 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $3,206 | $24,168 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,206 | $23,017 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,187 | $20,991 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,107 | $20,991 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,066 | $21,617 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,999 | $18,561 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,053 | $18,561 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,972 | $17,826 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,880 | $16,977 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Greg Yares
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Virna Fratt
Holladay Property Services
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Virna & Joe Fratt
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Virna & Joe Fratt
Tierra Antigua Realty
(520) 544-2335
1 in this area
51 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
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Map
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona
MLS Number: 22405371
APN: 125-07-0950
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