Seller's Agent in 2024
Nara Brown
Long Realty
(520) 390-6000
79 in this area
195 Total Sales
65871 E Desert Sands Dr Tucson, AZ 85739
Estimated Value: $583,000 - $640,215
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,658
Sq Ft
$226/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Heated Pool
- Active Adult
- Fitness Center
- 2 Car Garage
- Waterfall on Lot
About This Home
As of August 2024Welcome to this beautiful Topaz model with casita and inviting courtyard entrance. Home includes two bed + den in home plus one bedroom/one bath casita. Brand new porcelain wood like tile throughout, indoor/outdoor double sided fireplace with stacked stone and large picture windows overlooking the backyard. Wall was removed between family and living to allow for open Great Room, kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters, and tons of cabinets. Updated primary bath with enlarged walk in shower, rainhead fixture, custom tile and extended walk in closet. Den includes built-in desk. The backyard is truly an oasis perfect for entertaining or relaxing and includes a solar pool heater, raised patio with pergola, waterfall feature, built in BBQ and lush landscaping including palm trees.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Long Realty Brokerage Phone: 520-390-6000 Listed on: 06/17/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Don Vallee
RE/MAX Premier Realty
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,240
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 74x16x125x89x130
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Desert Landscape
- Shrub
- Corner Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is zoned Other - CALL
HOA Fees
- $292 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Frame With Stucco
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,658 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- See Through Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Mountain Views
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Pool
- Heated Pool
- Solar Heated Pool
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Fireplace in Patio
- Waterfall on Lot
- Built-In Barbecue
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- No Interior Steps
- North or South Exposure
Community Details
Overview
- Active Adult
- Association fees include blanket insurance policy, common area maintenance, street maintenance
- Association Phone (520) 818-1000
- Saddlebrooke Subdivision, Topaz Floorplan
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Pickleball Courts
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Putting Green
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 17, 2024
Closed on
Aug 19, 2024
Sold by
Auster Paul G and Auster Susan E
Bought by
Babbitt Joint Revocable Trust and Babbitt
Seller's Agent
Nara Brown
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Don Vallee
RE/MAX Premier Realty
List Price
$669,000
Sold Price
$649,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.99%
Views
36
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
-$47,946
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.62%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 20, 2017
Closed on
Dec 28, 2017
Sold by
Schlak Robert D and Schlak Judith A
Bought by
Auster Paul G and Auster Susan E
Seller's Agent
Dottie May
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Laura Sayers
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$409,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.21%
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2000
Sold by
Jolicoeur Joseph
Bought by
Schlak Robert D and Schlak Judith A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
8.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 1999
Sold by
Jones William L and Jones Sandra E
Bought by
Jolicoeur Joseph and Jolicoeur Marilyn
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 1996
Sold by
First American Title Insurance Company
Bought by
Jones William L and Jones Sandra E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,500
Interest Rate
7.1%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babbitt Joint Revocable Trust | $649,000 | Agave Title | |
| Auster Paul G | -- | Long Title Agency Inc | |
| Schlak Robert D | $286,000 | Old Republic Title Agency | |
| Jolicoeur Joseph | $249,900 | Old Republic Title Agency | |
| Jones William L | $168,261 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Auster Paul G | $116,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schlak Robert D | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Jones William L | $96,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2024 08/19/24 | Sold | $649,000 | -3.0% | $244 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2024 07/01/24 | For Sale | $669,000 | 0.0% | $252 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/19/2024 06/19/24 | Price Changed | $669,000 | +63.6% | $252 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/04/2018 01/04/18 | Sold | $409,000 | 0.0% | $154 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/05/2017 12/05/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/20/2017 10/20/17 | For Sale | $409,000 | -- | $154 / 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 | $3,401 | $46,681 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $3,240 | $47,265 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $3,538 | $37,581 | $7,505 | $30,076 |
| 2022 | $3,240 | $30,717 | $7,505 | $23,212 |
| 2021 | $3,003 | $27,113 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,403 | $27,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,303 | $26,964 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,228 | $26,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,046 | $27,096 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,965 | $27,387 | $7,505 | $19,882 |
| 2014 | $3,002 | $27,451 | $7,500 | $19,951 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Nara Brown
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Don Vallee
RE/MAX Premier Realty
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
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Dottie May
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Dottie May
Long Realty
(520) 991-1617
178 in this area
182 Total Sales
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Margaret Nicholson
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Margaret Nicholson
Long Realty
(520) 400-0049
171 in this area
174 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2018
Laura Sayers
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona
MLS Number: 22415221
APN: 305-72-172
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