8961 E Venus Dr Carefree, AZ 85377
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,989
Sq Ft
1.14
Acres
Highlights
- Guest House
- Private Pool
- Corner Lot
- Black Mountain Elementary School Rated A-
- Mountain View
- Private Yard
About This Home
As of February 2019SELLER MOTIVATED! MAKE OFFERS! Stunning Carefree ranch style home with over $80,000 in recent updates and upgrades! Featuring a highly sought after detached 741sf Guest House with updated full kitchen, bed & bath, separate driveway and its own fenced yard with shaded patio affording total privacy. The Main House has been updated throughout featuring remodeled bathrooms with quality finishes. The house & garage are wired in/out for surround sound. Stellar views of Black Mtn and the Continental Mountains surround on this corner homesite. This 1+ acre property boasts refreshed landscaping, a diving pool, BBQ, patio and mature vegetation including citrus trees. This pristine compound is an oasis in the desert with its zen-like tranquility. Plenty of privacy, views and easy access to all that Carefree has to offer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Email: julie@scottsdaleareaproperties.com License #BR533394000 Listed on: 10/13/2018
Co-Listed By
HomeSmart Brokerage Email: julie@scottsdaleareaproperties.com License #SA654667000
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,799
Year Built
- Built in 1980
Lot Details
- 1.14 Acre Lot
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Block Wall Fence
- Corner Lot
- Private Yard
HOA Fees
- $5 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Tile Roof
- Block Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2,989 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Tile Flooring
- Mountain Views
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
Pool
- Private Pool
- Fence Around Pool
- Diving Board
Schools
- Black Mountain Elementary School
- Sonoran Trails Middle School
- Cactus Shadows High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- Water Purifier
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- No Interior Steps
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Guest House
Community Details
- Association fees include (see remarks)
- Carefree Homeowner Association, Phone Number (480) 575-8032
- Velvet Shadows Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 17
- Assessor Parcel Number 219-11-026
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 13, 2018
Closed on
Jan 15, 2019
Sold by
Alessio Diana Nicole D
Bought by
Bruss Mark P and Bruss Heather L
Seller's Agent
Julie Antunes
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jeremy Brown
My Home Group Real Estate
List Price
$745,000
Sold Price
$645,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-13.42%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$501,495
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.58%
Original Mortgage
$590,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2012
Sold by
Dalessio Diana Nicole and Morgan Rebecca Jane
Bought by
Dalessio Diana Nicole
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$345,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 2010
Sold by
Kusner Neal
Bought by
Dalessio Diana Nicole and Morgan Rebecca Jane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2007
Sold by
Kusner Margaret Ruth
Bought by
Kusner Neal
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2007
Sold by
Kusner Neal and Kusner Margaret Ruth
Bought by
Kusner Neal
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 2006
Sold by
Kusner Neal
Bought by
Kusner Neal and Kusner Margaret Ruth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 2005
Sold by
Kusner Margaret R
Bought by
Kusner Neal
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$468,750
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 2004
Sold by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne B
Bought by
Kusner Neal and Kusner Margaret R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$427,500
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 2003
Sold by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne B
Bought by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$382,500
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 2002
Sold by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne B
Bought by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,500
Interest Rate
7.13%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 1998
Sold by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne
Bought by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 2, 1998
Sold by
Adams Jeffrey I and Adams Sharron Ann
Bought by
Learned Howard M and Learned Suzanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 1995
Sold by
Adams Sharron Ann
Bought by
Adams Jeffrey I and Adams Sharron Ann
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 1994
Sold by
Grovers Road L L C
Bought by
L C Construction & Development Company
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1994
Sold by
Grovers Road L L C
Bought by
L C Construction & Development Company
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $645,000 | Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Us Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $415,000 | Old Republic Title Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Grand Canyon Title Agency In | |
| Warranty Deed | $475,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Transnation Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Transnation Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $272,000 | Fidelity Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $30,000 | Fidelity Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $30,000 | Fidelity Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $430,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $590,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $345,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $332,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $510,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $510,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $238,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $65,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $468,750 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $427,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $382,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $288,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $290,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/14/2019 04/14/19 | Rented | $2,650 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/12/2019 04/12/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/31/2019 03/31/19 | For Rent | $2,650 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/04/2019 02/04/19 | Sold | $645,000 | -7.9% | $216 / Sq Ft |
| 01/05/2019 01/05/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/07/2018 12/07/18 | Price Changed | $700,000 | -2.8% | $234 / Sq Ft |
| 11/08/2018 11/08/18 | Price Changed | $720,000 | -3.4% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 10/13/2018 10/13/18 | For Sale | $745,000 | -- | $249 / Sq Ft |
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,381 | $36,525 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $1,778 | $34,786 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $1,778 | $60,050 | $12,010 | $48,040 |
| 2022 | $2,108 | $46,050 | $9,210 | $36,840 |
| 2021 | $2,299 | $43,550 | $8,710 | $34,840 |
| 2020 | $2,261 | $41,770 | $8,350 | $33,420 |
| 2019 | $2,197 | $41,250 | $8,250 | $33,000 |
| 2018 | $1,799 | $39,770 | $7,950 | $31,820 |
| 2017 | $1,734 | $35,900 | $7,180 | $28,720 |
| 2016 | $1,724 | $35,860 | $7,170 | $28,690 |
| 2015 | $1,631 | $31,720 | $6,340 | $25,380 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jeremy Brown
RE/MAX
-
Julie Antunes
Seller's Agent in 2019
Julie Antunes
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
(480) 225-0007
5 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Lisa Nocella
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Lisa Nocella
HomeSmart
(480) 662-9959
3 in this area
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
MLS Number: 5835390
APN: 219-11-026
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