$304,830
SOLD FEB 26, 2021

8543 W Candlewood Way Florence, AZ 85132

Anthem at Merrill Ranch Neighborhood
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,095 Sq Ft
5,862 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$146 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • RV Gated
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Lake
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of February 2021

Stunning new build in the beautiful Master Planned community of Anthem! Can you say lifestyle! Anthem has all the amenities one could want. 2 pools, water slide, golf course, dog park, tennis & much more! Our Pinnacle floor plan is a contemporary 1 story home w/ 4 bdrms & 2 full baths, master has a huge walk in shower. Large open kitchen w/ island, upgraded cabinets, quartz countertops, 20x20 tile extending into the great room and hall ways. Stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, including fridge- W/D, 9ft ceilings, Large covered patio. 2-inch Blinds, wifi garage door opener, front yard landscaping as well as a smart home system are included! Double gate and oversize 2 car garage. Buyer to verify all information

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Johanna

DRH Properties Inc License #SA673990000 Listed on: 11/10/2020

Co-Listed By

Hunter Young

Balboa Realty, LLC License #SA687215000

Last Buyer's Agent

Cody Livingston

eXp Realty License #SA683656000

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $347

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 5,862 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the front of the property
  • Block Wall Fence

HOA Fees

  • $134 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • RV Gated

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,095 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
  • Mechanical Fresh Air

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Anthem Elementary School - Florence Middle School
  • Florence High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Zoned Heating
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Tax Lot 96
  • Assessor Parcel Number 211-14-625

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance
  • Anthem Merrill Ranch Association, Phone Number (520) 723-6650
  • Built by D.R. Horton
  • Anthem At Merrill Ranch Unit 35A Subdivision, Pinnacle Floorplan
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$347

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$134 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: N Hunt Hwy & W Merrill Ranch Pkw
  • Legal Info Range: 08E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HOA #2: N
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 134.0
  • Basement: N
  • Cooling HVAC SEER Rating: 14
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Directions: From Hunt Highway West on Merrill Ranch, Left on Camden, Right on Desert Blossom Court
  • Master Model: Pinnacle
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Co List Office Mls Id: drhp01
  • Co List Office Phone: 480-405-5313
  • Subdivision Name: ANTHEM AT MERRILL RANCH - UNIT 35A
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Fresh Air Mechanical, Multi-Zones
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Association Fees:HOA Fee2: 402.0
  • Windows:Dual Pane: Yes
  • Technology:Cable TV Avail: Yes
  • Windows:Low-E: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Gas Cooktop: Yes
  • Technology:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Soft Water Loop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
  • Living Area: 2095.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows, Dual Pane, Vinyl Frame
  • Community Features:ClubhouseRec Room: Yes
  • Community Features:Community Pool: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: Yes
  • Community Features:BikingWalking Path: Yes
  • Community Features:Comm Tennis Court(s): Yes
  • Community Features:Workout Facility: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Community Features:Children_squote_s Playgrnd: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Community Features:Lake: Yes
  • Community Features:Golf: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Counters: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Lot Features: Desert Front, Dirt Back
  • Pool Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Complete Spec Home
  • Roof: Tile, Concrete
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Construction Status:Complete Spec Home: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: RV Gate
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:RV Gate: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Pvt Water Company
  • Heating:ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Golf, Lake, Community Pool, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center
  • Association Fee: 402.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Anthem Merrill Ranch
  • Phone: 520-723-6650
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: Y
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 140.0
  • Association Fees:HOA Paid Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fees:HOA Name4: Anthem Merrill Ranch
  • Association Fees:HOA Telephone4: 520-723-6650
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee: 1095.0
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fee Incl:Common Area Maint3: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • High School: Florence High School
  • Junior High Dist: Florence Unified School District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Anthem Elementary School - Florence

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5862.0
  • Parcel #: 211-14-625

Building Info

  • Builder Name: D.R. Horton

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 347.0
  • Tax Book Number: 211.00
  • Tax Lot: 96
  • Tax Map Number: 14.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Smith Jason Horold and Smith Lydia C
Bought by
Candlewood Smith Land Trust and Legacy Protection Planning Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2020
Closed on
Jan 21, 2021
Sold by
D R Horton Inc
Bought by
Smith Jason Harold and Smith Lydia C
Seller's Agent
Carol Johanna
DRH Properties Inc
Buyer's Agent
Cody Livingston
eXp Realty
List Price
$301,360
Sold Price
$304,830
Premium/Discount to List
$3,470
1.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.47%
Original Mortgage
$307,909
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2020
Closed on
Jan 20, 2021
Sold by
Dr Horton Inc
Bought by
Smith Jason Horold and Smith Lydia C
Seller's Agent
Carol Johanna
DRH Properties Inc
Buyer's Agent
Cody Livingston
eXp Realty
List Price
$301,360
Sold Price
$304,830
Premium/Discount to List
$3,470
1.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$307,909
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $317,759 Closed Title
Special Warranty Deed $304,830 Dhi Title Agency
Special Warranty Deed $304,830 Dhi Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $307,909 New Conventional
Previous Owner $307,909 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/10/2025 09/10/25 For Rent $750 -25.0% --
09/10/2025 09/10/25 For Rent $1,000 -44.4% --
09/05/2025 09/05/25 For Rent $1,800 0.0% --
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Sold $304,830 +1.2% $146 / Sq Ft
12/05/2020 12/05/20 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2020 11/10/20 For Sale $301,360 -- $144 / 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 $2,745 $31,792 -- --
2024 $2,798 $42,668 -- --
2023 $2,870 $31,268 $1,168 $30,100
2022 $2,798 $23,940 $1,168 $22,772
2021 $367 $2,240 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Carol Johanna

    DRH Properties Inc

  • H

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Hunter Young

    Balboa Realty, LLC

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  • Cody Livingston

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Cody Livingston

    eXp Realty

    (480) 737-4572

    2 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Cody Livingston
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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6158789

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 211-14-625

Arizona Pinal County Florence 85132 Anthem at Merrill Ranch

8543 W Candlewood Way, Florence, AZ

This home is located at 8543 W Candlewood Way, Florence, AZ 85132 and is currently priced at $304,830, approximately $145 per square foot. This property was built in 2020. 8543 W Candlewood Way is a home located in Pinal County with nearby schools including Heartland Ranch Elementary School, Coolidge Jr. High School, and Coolidge High School.

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