NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8887 S Desert Valley Way Tucson, AZ 85747

Rita Ranch Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $321,000 - $344,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,765 Sq Ft
$187/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 18, 2022

Last sale price $313,000 $177 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,976/month

94 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Green energy generation from water
  • EnerPHit Refurbished Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cottonwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Great Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of January 2022

Come see this beautiful 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home available in Rita Ranch. This home features a larger main bedroom and access to the upstairs porch/balcony to sit and enjoy the views. There is a spiral staircase leading downstairs for easy access to the low maintenance backyard which has an extended covered patio that includes ceiling fans, misters, and rolling shades. Other features of this home is a gas fireplace, rain water collection system, solar hot water system, soft water system, newer A/C, heater, air handler, a large storage shed, and your choice of the laundry room inside the house or in the garage as there are hookups in both. The laundry room in the house was used previously as an office. Must see!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Erika Harding

Dorado Real Estate and Business Services Listed on: 10/12/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Chad Riester

HomeSmart Advantage Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,975

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 5,401 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 47'x115'x47'x115'
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Misting System
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Tucson - R2

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,765 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Pad
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Green energy generation from water
  • EnerPHit Refurbished Home
  • Solar Water Heater

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Rain Barrels or Cisterns

Schools

  • Cotton Wood Elementary School
  • Desert Sky Middle School
  • Vail Dist Opt High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Powered By Renewable Energy
  • Heating system powered by renewable energy
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Rita Ranch Community
  • Desert Crossings At Rita Ranch Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,975

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Technology: Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Satellite Dish
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: 14118009A/DESERT CROSSINGS AT RITA RANCH LOT 226
  • Building Stories: Two
  • Unit Level: 2
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 177.34
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Pane Windows
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1.00
  • Window Coverings: Some
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower & Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Great Room
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Stainless
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: Laminate
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Closet
  • Living Areas: Family Room, Living Room
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Extra Room: None
  • Combined Sq Ft: 1765.00
  • Interior Steps YN: Y
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1765.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Misting System, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Shed
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Block
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Low Care
  • Landscape Rear: Decorative Gravel, Low Care
  • Landscape Rear Other: Pavers
  • Patio Deck: Balcony, Patio
  • Patio Deck Other: Balcony Stair Case
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: City
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: None
  • View: Mountains, Residential

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Car(s) Pad
  • Garage Carport Feat: Electric Door Opener
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 2.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Rv Parking: None

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas, Solar
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Security: None
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: Yes
  • Community: Rita Ranch
  • Neighborhood Feature: Sidewalks

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Vail
  • Elementary School: Cotton Wood
  • Middle School: Desert Sky
  • High School: Vail Dist Opt

Green Features

  • Green Features: Heating/Cooling, Water

Lot Info

  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 47'x115'x47'x115'
  • Lot Features: Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 57.95
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5401.00
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - R2
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1999

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 141-18-4850
  • Taxes: 1974.90
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Desert Sky
  • Elementary School: Cotton Wood
  • High School: Vail Dist Opt
  • School District: Vail

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2021
Closed on
Dec 17, 2021
Sold by
Diana Lowry
Bought by
Bussey Hugh James
Seller's Agent
Erika Harding
Dorado Real Estate and Business Services
Buyer's Agent
Chad Riester
HomeSmart Advantage Group
List Price
$320,000
Sold Price
$313,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-2.19%
Current Estimated Value
$330,197

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,197
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.50%
Original Mortgage
$250,400
Outstanding Balance
$230,593
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$99,604

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2020
Closed on
Jul 9, 2020
Sold by
Moran Esther R and Moran Michael W
Bought by
Lowry Diana
Seller's Agent
Adrian Gutierrez
Tierra Antigua Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jenna McCombs
Cobb Realty, LLC
List Price
$230,000
Sold Price
$230,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.31%
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2003
Sold by
Moran Michael W and Moran Esther M
Bought by
Moran Michael W and Moran Esther R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,029
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 1999
Sold by
First American Title Insurance Company
Bought by
Insight Investment Co Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,972
Interest Rate
7.76%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 1999
Sold by
Sunsight Communities Inc
Bought by
Moran Michael W and Moran Esther M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,972
Interest Rate
7.76%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 1999
Sold by
Insight Investment Company Inc
Bought by
First American Title Insurance Company

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
6.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1999
Sold by
Sunsight Communities Inc
Bought by
Robinson Lund Kristin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
6.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1999
Sold by
Insight Investment Company Inc
Bought by
Sun Sight Communities Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
6.86%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bussey Hugh James $313,000 Fidelity National Title
Bussey Hugh James $313,000 Fidelity National Title
Lowry Diana $230,000 Stewart Title & Tr Of Tucson
Moran Michael W -- Lawyers Title
Moran Michael W -- Lawyers Title
Insight Investment Co Inc -- --
Moran Michael W $113,190 --
First American Title Insurance Company -- --
Insight Investment Company Inc -- --
Robinson Lund Kristin $99,135 --
Sun Sight Communities Inc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bussey Hugh James $250,400
Closed Bussey Hugh James $250,400
Previous Owner Lowry Diana $184,000
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $60,000
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $24,400
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $61,582
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $120,000
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $60,000
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $117,029
Previous Owner Moran Michael W $112,972
Previous Owner Insight Investment Company Inc $88,000
Previous Owner Robinson Lund Kristin $72,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/18/2022 01/18/22 Sold $313,000 0.0% $177 / Sq Ft
12/01/2021 12/01/21 Price Changed $313,000 -2.2% $177 / Sq Ft
10/12/2021 10/12/21 For Sale $320,000 +39.1% $181 / Sq Ft
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Sold $230,000 0.0% $130 / Sq Ft
06/10/2020 06/10/20 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2020 02/17/20 For Sale $230,000 -- $130 / 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
2025 $2,110 $17,865 -- --
2024 $2,110 $17,014 -- --
2023 $2,023 $16,204 $0 $0
2022 $2,023 $15,433 $0 $0
2021 $2,045 $13,998 $0 $0
2020 $1,975 $13,998 $0 $0
2019 $1,959 $15,957 $0 $0
2018 $1,841 $12,092 $0 $0
2017 $1,799 $12,092 $0 $0
2016 $1,686 $11,516 $0 $0
2015 $1,618 $10,968 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Erika Harding

    Dorado Real Estate and Business Services

    (520) 333-8355

    1 in this area

    2 Total Sales

    Erika Harding
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Chad Riester

    HomeSmart Advantage Group

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Adrian Gutierrez

    Tierra Antigua Realty

    (520) 400-6610

    65 Total Sales

    Adrian Gutierrez
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jenna McCombs

    Cobb Realty, LLC

  • Lisa Gregory Pllc

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Lisa Gregory Pllc

    Realty Executives Arizona Territory

    (619) 403-6769

    7 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Lisa Gregory Pllc
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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22126273

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 141-18-4850

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85747 Rita Ranch

8887 S Desert Valley Way, Tucson, AZ

This home is located at 8887 S Desert Valley Way, Tucson, AZ 85747 since 12 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $330,197, approximately $187 per square foot. This property was built in 1999. 8887 S Desert Valley Way is a home located in Pima County with nearby schools including Cottonwood Elementary School, Vail Academy and High School, and Desert Sky Middle School.

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