NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8898 E La Palma Dr Tucson, AZ 85747

Rita Ranch Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $317,252 - $343,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,339 Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 17, 2023

Last sale price $339,000 $253 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,008/month

86 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Two Primary Bathrooms
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Mesquite Elementary School Rated A
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

About This Home

As of August 2023

Great Opportunity! Home recently appraised for $350K. Award winning Vail School district. Breathing room and beautiful skies. The West is Rita Ranch's best kept secret: well maintained, large lots and contemporary homes with high ceilings and tile roofs. This home has been updated and refreshed from head to toe! New waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring, new baseboards, new vanities and toilets in both full bathrooms, newer stainless appliances in the kitchen, new fixtures throughout, fresh paint inside and out, a spacious 3 car garage with storage and a tool board, and a large workshop shed in the back yard plus a covered patio make this desirable home move in ready.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Gorrell

Long Realty Listed on: 05/12/2023

Long Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Zhanna Spektor-Helwig

Real Broker

Real Broker

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,189

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 9,365 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85x110x85x111
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Desert Landscape
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned Tucson - R1

HOA Fees

  • $12 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,339 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laminate Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Two Primary Bathrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Schools

  • Mesquite Elementary School
  • Desert Sky Middle School
  • Vail Dist Opt High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • North or South Exposure
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • $400 HOA Transfer Fee
  • West At Rita Ranch Association, Phone Number (520) 795-2100
  • Rita Ranch Community
  • The West At Rita Ranch Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,189

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$12 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Technology: Cable TV
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: West at Rita Ranch(The) Lot211
  • Building Stories: One
  • Unit Level: 1
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 253.17
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings
  • Fireplace: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1.00
  • Window Coverings: None
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: 2 Primary Baths, Double Vanity, Separate Shower(s), Shower & Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Stainless
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: laminate
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Closet
  • Living Areas: Living Room, Off Kitchen
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: None
  • Combined Sq Ft: 1339.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1339.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Shed(s)
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Block
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Desert Plantings
  • Landscape Rear: Low Care
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Slab
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: City
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: None
  • View: Residential

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: Electric Door Opener
  • Garage Carport Feat Other: 3 car garage
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 3.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Rv Parking: None

Utilities

  • Water: Public
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Maint
  • HOA: Yes
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 12.00
  • HOA Name: West at Rita Ranch
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • HOA Telephone: 520 795 2100
  • HOA Transfer Fee: 400.00
  • Community: Rita Ranch
  • Neighborhood Feature: None

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Dimensions: 85x110x85x111
  • Lot Features: North/South Exposure
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 36.20
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9365.00
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - R1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1998

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 141-13-6970
  • Taxes: 2188.80
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2023
Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
Barnes Sarah W
Bought by
Boesel Trevor L and Boesel Alexandra M
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Gorrell
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Zhanna Spektor-Helwig
Real Broker
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$339,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-5.83%
Views
68
Current Estimated Value
$332,063

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,937
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.00%
Original Mortgage
$346,288
Outstanding Balance
$338,735
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$6,672

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2004
Sold by
Household Realty Corp
Bought by
Barnes John E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,160
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2004
Sold by
Zembik Joseph and Zembik Tania J
Bought by
House Hold Realty Corp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,160
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 1998
Sold by
Fidelity National Title Agency Inc
Bought by
Zembik Joseph and Zembik Tania J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,520
Interest Rate
6.71%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Boesel Trevor L $339,000 Agave Title
Barnes John E $154,000 --
House Hold Realty Corp $143,046 --
Zembik Joseph $116,598 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Boesel Trevor L $346,288
Previous Owner Barnes John E $149,002
Previous Owner Barnes John E $108,750
Previous Owner Barnes John E $101,000
Previous Owner Barnes John E $83,160
Previous Owner Zembik Joseph $114,520
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/17/2023 08/17/23 Sold $339,000 0.0% $253 / Sq Ft
08/06/2023 08/06/23 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2023 07/13/23 Price Changed $339,000 -2.9% $253 / Sq Ft
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Price Changed $349,000 -3.1% $261 / Sq Ft
05/12/2023 05/12/23 For Sale $360,000 -- $269 / 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 $2,284 $19,334 -- --
2024 $2,284 $18,413 -- --
2023 $2,189 $17,536 $0 $0
2022 $2,189 $16,701 $0 $0
2021 $2,213 $15,149 $0 $0
2020 $2,137 $15,149 $0 $0
2019 $2,120 $15,272 $0 $0
2018 $1,993 $13,392 $0 $0
2017 $1,993 $13,392 $0 $0
2016 $1,887 $12,893 $0 $0
2015 $1,812 $12,279 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Rebecca Gorrell

    Long Realty

    (520) 975-9616

    2 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Rebecca Gorrell
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  • Zhanna Spektor-Helwig

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Zhanna Spektor-Helwig

    Real Broker

    (520) 982-2204

    4 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Zhanna Spektor-Helwig
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  • Z

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Zhanna Spektor

    Long Realty

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22310361

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 141-13-6970

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85747 Rita Ranch

8898 E La Palma Dr, Tucson, AZ

This home is located at 8898 E La Palma Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747 since 12 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $332,063, approximately $247 per square foot. This property was built in 1998. 8898 E La Palma Dr is a home located in Pima County with nearby schools including Mesquite Elementary School, Vail Academy and High School, and Desert Sky Middle School.

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