Seller's Agent in 2025
Christine Anthony
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
(480) 200-0972
1 in this area
84 Total Sales
814 S 78th St Mesa, AZ 85208
Fountain of the Sun NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $426,000 - $459,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,862
Sq Ft
$235/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Gated with Attendant
- Active Adult
- Fitness Center
- Heated Spa
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of April 2025UPDATED AND SOLD FURNISHED, WITH ABOVE-GROUND SPA ! Incredible opportunity in Fountain of the Sun to own a SPACIOUS & BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED home, with the ROOF REPLACED IN 2020 and HVAC IN 2023. Live your BEST LIFE in this 55+ guard-gated community- and a light & bright home that features wood plank tile floors, lush carpet in bedrooms, LED lighting throughout, plantation shutters, and an Arizona Room that offers additional space for guests and a sunny place to relax. Outside, enjoy full privacy surrounded by mature landscaping, an open-air patio, and an above-ground therapeutic spa. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, sleek granite counters and plenty of storage space. The owner's suite offers neutral paint and plush carpet, a separate exit to the Arizona Room and back yard, a huge walk-in closet, dual sinks at the vanity with granite counters, and a private bath & shower area with upgraded plumbing fixtures and floor-to ceiling tile at the walk-in shower. Fountain of the Sun is a high-security 55+ guard-gated community featuring an 18-hole executive golf course and driving range, restaurant, clubhouse with tons of activities, community pool and spa, bocce ball & pickleball, and much more! Enjoy the laid-back lifestyle of Arizona living in a home you love!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty License #SA631831000 Listed on: 02/01/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,067
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- 8,172 Sq Ft Lot
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Corner Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Private Yard
HOA Fees
- $121 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,862 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Furnished
- Double Pane Windows
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows with Low Emissivity
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Microwave
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Hallway
- No Interior Steps
Pool
- Heated Spa
- Above Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Adult Elementary And Middle School
- Adult High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Updated in 2023
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1563
- Assessor Parcel Number 218-67-939
Community Details
Overview
- Active Adult
- Association fees include ground maintenance, street maintenance
- Fountain Of The Sun Association, Phone Number (480) 984-1434
- Built by UDC
- Fountain Of The Sun Parcel 7 B Ut 1415 1579 A H Subdivision
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Pickleball Courts
- Fitness Center
- Heated Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- Recreation Room
- Gated with Attendant
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 1, 2025
Closed on
Apr 10, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Christine Anthony
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Austin Foley
West USA Realty
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$452,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$43,000
-8.69%
Views
77
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.47%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 20, 2019
Closed on
Jan 16, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kathy Campbell
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elaine Peterson
HomeSmart
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$279,080
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,820
-3.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.23%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $452,000 | Empire Title Agency | ||
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $289,900 | Equity Title Agency Inc | ||
| $220,000 | Title Alliance Of Az Llc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $300,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Sold | $452,000 | -1.5% | $243 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/23/2025 03/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/03/2025 03/03/25 | Price Changed | $459,000 | -5.4% | $247 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | Price Changed | $485,000 | -2.0% | $260 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/01/2025 02/01/25 | For Sale | $495,000 | +77.4% | $266 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/28/2020 01/28/20 | Sold | $279,080 | -3.7% | $150 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/20/2019 12/20/19 | For Sale | $289,900 | -- | $156 / Sq Ft |
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,749 | $21,034 | ||
| 2024 | $2,083 | $20,032 | ||
| 2023 | $2,083 | $28,850 | $5,770 | $23,080 |
| 2022 | $2,040 | $22,550 | $4,510 | $18,040 |
| 2021 | $2,065 | $20,860 | $4,170 | $16,690 |
| 2020 | $2,038 | $18,830 | $3,760 | $15,070 |
| 2019 | $1,905 | $17,580 | $3,510 | $14,070 |
| 2018 | $1,051 | $14,920 | $2,980 | $11,940 |
| 2017 | $1,023 | $14,920 | $2,980 | $11,940 |
| 2016 | $1,034 | $14,920 | $2,980 | $11,940 |
| 2015 | $1,393 | $14,920 | $2,980 | $11,940 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Christine Anthony
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Jennifer Sturgeon
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jennifer Sturgeon
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
(480) 495-3806
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
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Austin Foley
A
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Austin Foley
West USA Realty
(480) 336-2900
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
-
Mike Foley
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Mike Foley
West USA Realty
(480) 216-7878
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
Kathy Campbell
Seller's Agent in 2020
Kathy Campbell
Coldwell Banker Realty
(602) 799-8840
25 Total Sales
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Elaine Peterson
E
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Elaine Peterson
HomeSmart
(480) 262-0316
60 in this area
80 Total Sales
Map
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
MLS Number: 6814341
APN: 218-67-939
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