$312,500
SOLD MAY 27, 2025

8952 E Orchid Vine Dr Tucson, AZ 85747

Rita Ranch Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,533 Sq Ft
5,314 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$204 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Saltwater Pool
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Desert Willow Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of May 2025

Great corner location for this Rita Ranch well maintained one owner home. Sparkling saltwater pool with Baja lounge area in separate fenced yard, don't miss the outdoor shower. New Roof and HVAC system in 2024. Whole house Pex plumbing and water softener/filtration. All interior appliances stay: kitchen refrigerator, convection/microwave, dishwasher, gas oven/range, washer, and gas dryer. Very reasonable HOA($13+ per month). Enjoy the summer poolside in the shade of your covered patio. Other recent improvements include: complete exterior paint, new salt generator cell, new pool vac, new garage door lifting spring/rollers. Purple Heart Park is just minutes away. Amenities include: skate park, dog park, baseball & softball fields, picnic tables, playground, ramadas, seasonal splash park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Madeline Friedman

Long Realty Brokerage Phone: 520-907-4141 Listed on: 03/28/2025

Long Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Cochran

eXp Realty

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,355

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 5,314 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40' x 125' x 37'
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Tucson - R3

HOA Fees

  • $13 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,533 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Plumbed For Gas In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Low Flow Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Saltwater Pool
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Desert Willow Elementary School
  • Desert Sky Middle School
  • Empire High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Rita Ranch Community
  • Silver Pass Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,355

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$13 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Technology: Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Telephone
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: Silver Pass Lot 129
  • Building Stories: Two
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 216.89
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Exhaust Fan, Shower & Tub
  • Exterior Features Front Faces: Northeast
  • Income Property Current Use: Owner Occupied
  • Energy Efficient Lighting: All
  • Kitchen Features Number Of Ovens: 2
  • Attribution Contact: 520-907-4141
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Pane Windows, Walk In Closet(s), Water Purifier, Water Softener
  • Fireplace: None
  • Fireplace Location: None
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Exhaust Fan, Low Flow Showerhead, Separate Shower(s), Soaking Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: White
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Closet
  • Living Areas: Living Room
  • Laundry: Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
  • Extra Room: None
  • Combined Sq Ft: 1533.00
  • Interior Steps YN: Y
  • Kitchen Features: Convection Oven, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Gas Hookup Available, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier
  • Main House Sq Ft: 1533.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Owner

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: See Remarks
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: Block, Wrought Iron
  • Guest Facilities: None
  • Landscape Front: Decorative Gravel, Low Care, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
  • Landscape Rear: Low Care, Trees
  • Patio Deck: Covered
  • Pool: Salt Water
  • Pool Conventional: Yes
  • Road Maintenance: City
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 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: 2.00
  • Rv Parking: None

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: TEP
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, 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: 13.31
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Quarterly
  • Community: Rita Ranch
  • Neighborhood Feature: Paved Street, Sidewalks

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Vail
  • Elementary School: Desert Willow
  • Middle School: Desert Sky
  • High School: Empire

Lot Info

  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 40' x 125' x 37'
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, North/South Exposure
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 62.57
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5314.00
  • Lot Sz Sold Prc Sq Ft: 58.81
  • Municipality Zoning: Tucson - R3
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1998

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 141-13-3320
  • Taxes: 2355.05
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Desert Sky
  • Elementary School: Desert Willow
  • High School: Empire
  • School District: Vail

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Farias Maryann and Ambrose Family Trust
Bought by
James Jodie A
Seller's Agent
Madeline Friedman
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Angela Cochran
eXp Realty
List Price
$337,500
Sold Price
$312,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-7.41%
Views
71
Current Estimated Value
$320,028

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,528
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2024
Sold by
Ambrose Joseph G and Ambrose Maryann
Bought by
Ambrose Family Revocable Trust and Ambrose

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2013
Sold by
Ambrosoe Joseph G and Ambrose Maryann
Bought by
Ambrose Joseph G and Ambrose Maryann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,257
Interest Rate
4.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2007
Sold by
Ambrose Joseph G and Ambrose Maryann
Bought by
Ambrose Joseph G and Ambrose Maryann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$129,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2004
Sold by
Ambrose Joseph G and Ambrose Mary Ann
Bought by
Ambrose Joseph G and Ambrose Mary Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 1998
Sold by
Del Webbs Coventry Homes Of Tucson Inc
Bought by
Ambrose Joseph G and Farias Maryann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,106
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $312,500 Agave Title Agency
Warranty Deed -- Atlas Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Atlas Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $108,500 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $130,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $141,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,257 New Conventional
Previous Owner $129,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $52,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $33,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $101,180 Unknown
Previous Owner $107,106 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Sold $312,500 -6.0% $204 / Sq Ft
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Price Changed $332,500 -1.5% $217 / Sq Ft
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $337,500 -- $220 / 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 $2,355 $19,936 -- --
2024 $2,355 $18,987 -- --
2023 $2,257 $18,083 $0 $0
2022 $2,257 $17,222 $0 $0
2021 $2,282 $15,620 $0 $0
2020 $2,204 $15,620 $0 $0
2019 $2,186 $15,745 $0 $0
2018 $2,055 $13,494 $0 $0
2017 $2,008 $13,494 $0 $0
2016 $1,908 $13,035 $0 $0
2015 $1,832 $12,415 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22508772

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 141-13-3320