NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8909 E Martha Root Ct Tucson, AZ 85747

Rita Ranch Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $352,944 - $383,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,076 Sq Ft
$180/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2021

Last sale price $325,000 $157 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,216/month

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Solar Power System
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mesquite Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of June 2021

Welcome to The West at Rita Ranch. Spacious Energy Efficient Solar Home w/an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, neutral tile floors throughout, ceiling fans, lots of natural light, & upgraded lighting. Center kitchen island, SS appliances, & plenty of wood cabinets. The dining area is perfect for entertaining. Double door entry into the private den. Grand master retreat w/patio access, private en suite w/a jetted tub, dual sinks, & a walk-in closet. Interior laundry room w/storage cabinets. Large backyard boasts a covered patio & an extended paver patio for dining. Room for a pool! Don't miss out on this desert gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Porzel

HomeSmart Advantage Group License #SA628779000 Listed on: 04/08/2021

HomeSmart Advantage Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Pat Davis

Realty Executives Arizona Territory

Realty Executives Arizona Territory

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,662

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned Tucson - R1

HOA Fees

  • $12 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Tile Roof
  • Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,076 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Pavers
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Jettted Tub and Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Home Security

  • Security Lights
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure
  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by a third party

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Mini Split Heat Pump
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Rita Ranch Community
  • The West At Rita Ranch Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, no recreational vehicles or boats

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,662

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, Ranch
  • Technology: Cable TV
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: West At Rita Ranch (The) Lot 331
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 154.14
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Countertops/Hall, Double Vanity, Shower & Tub
  • Electric Solar P V Ownership: Leased
  • Exterior Features Front Faces: North
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Kitchen Features Number Of Ovens: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings 9+, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: None
  • Fireplace Location: None
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower(s)
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Dining Area, Great Room
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Stainless
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: Laminate
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Closet
  • Living Areas: Great Room
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Storage
  • Extra Room: Den, Office
  • Combined Sq Ft: 2076.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Island, Microwave
  • Main House Sq Ft: 2076.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco, Siding
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Concrete
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Block
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Decorative Gravel, Flower Beds, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
  • Landscape Rear: Decorative Gravel, Flower Beds, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Patio, Paver
  • Pool Conventional: No
  • Road Maintenance: City
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: None
  • View: Mountains, Sunset

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Carport Feat: Attached Garage/Carport, Electric Door Opener
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 2.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 2.50
  • Rv Parking: Not Allowed

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric: Solar PV System
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Mini-Split, Natural Gas
  • Main Heating Other: Solar
  • Security: Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s), Wrought Iron Security Door
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: None
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Maint
  • HOA: Yes
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 12.00
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Community: Rita Ranch
  • Neighborhood Feature: Paved Street, Sidewalks

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.24
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, North/South Exposure, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 30.61
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10454.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 31.09
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - R1
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1998

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 141-13-8170
  • Taxes: 2662.09
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • 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

Closed on
Apr 8, 2022
Sold by
Schore Scott Merrill and Schore Cynthia Nadine
Bought by
Mortimer David Scott and Mortimer Emma Jule
Current Estimated Value
$372,986

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Outstanding Balance
$316,416
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$56,570

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2021
Closed on
May 27, 2021
Sold by
Butler Bryan E and Butler Stacie
Bought by
Schore Scott Merrill and Schore Cynthia Nadine
Seller's Agent
Ryan Porzel
HomeSmart Advantage Group
Buyer's Agent
Pat Davis
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2019
Closed on
Jan 21, 2020
Sold by
Wood Craig and Wood Jessica
Bought by
Butler Bryan E and Butler Stacie
Seller's Agent
Susan Creedon
Tucson Territory Property Management
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Porzel
La Corona de Tucson Realty
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$260,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.97%
Original Mortgage
$265,980
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2016
Sold by
Wood Craig and Wood Jessica
Bought by
Wood Craig and Wood Jessica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$182,844
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2010
Sold by
Glenn Norma J
Bought by
Wood Craig and Wood Jesscia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$193,252
Interest Rate
5.03%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 1998
Sold by
Fidelity National Title Agency Inc
Bought by
Glenn Thomas and Glenn Norma J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,032
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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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
Mortimer David Scott $340,000 Great American Title
Schore Scott Merrill -- Signature Title Agency
Butler Bryan E $260,000 Stewart Title & Tr Of Tucson
Wood Craig -- Fidelity Natl Title Agency I
Wood Craig -- Fidelity Natl Title Agency I
Wood Craig $195,900 Tfati
Glenn Thomas $146,109 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mortimer David Scott $340,000
Previous Owner Butler Bryan E $265,980
Previous Owner Wood Craig $182,844
Previous Owner Wood Craig $193,252
Previous Owner Glenn Thomas $140,032
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Sold $325,000 0.0% $157 / Sq Ft
05/02/2021 05/02/21 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2021 04/08/21 For Sale $325,000 +25.0% $157 / Sq Ft
01/24/2020 01/24/20 Sold $260,000 0.0% $125 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/25/2019 12/25/19 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2019 10/04/19 For Sale $260,000 -- $125 / 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 $2,989 $24,082 -- --
2024 $2,845 $22,935 -- --
2023 $2,726 $21,843 $0 $0
2022 $2,726 $20,803 $0 $0
2021 $2,757 $18,869 $0 $0
2020 $2,662 $18,869 $0 $0
2019 $2,640 $19,483 $0 $0
2018 $2,482 $16,300 $0 $0
2017 $2,425 $16,300 $0 $0
2016 $2,272 $15,523 $0 $0
2015 $2,181 $14,784 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ryan Porzel

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ryan Porzel

    HomeSmart Advantage Group

    (520) 484-8522

    8 in this area

    135 Total Sales

    Ryan Porzel
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  • Pat Davis

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Pat Davis

    Realty Executives Arizona Territory

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Pat Davis
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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Susan Creedon

    Tucson Territory Property Management

    (520) 777-6507

    1 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Susan Creedon
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Danny Creedon

    Tucson Territory Property Management

    (520) 990-7613

    1 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Danny Creedon
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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22108993

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 141-13-8170

Arizona Pima County Tucson 85747 Rita Ranch

8909 E Martha Root Ct, Tucson, AZ

Not Listed for Sale

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