$980,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2026

917 E Spence Ave Tempe, AZ 85281

Downtown Tempe Neighborhood
-- Bed
-- Bath
2,770 Sq Ft
0.28 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 20, 2026

$354 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Community Kitchen
  • Heating Available
  • Corner Lot
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of May 2026

Rare opportunity at 903 E Spence Ave in Tempe's highly desirable 85281 area. The 2,770 SF building is move-in ready and has historically been used as a community information center, offering a flexible open floor plan plus a separate area suitable for administrative or retail use. Property features an ADA-compliant entrance and on-site parking, a rare benefit in this central location.
Situated on 12,087 SF lot within the Apache Character Area, just minutes from ASU, Mill Ave, and Valley Metro Light Rail. The surrounding area is experiencing ongoing redevelopment and increased residential density, making this an attractive option for owner-users or investors seeking long-term potential. Built in 1955, well maintained, sold as is APN # 133-10-030A and 133-10-027C

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mehrzad Paimany

Delex Realty License #SA585749000 Listed on: 12/26/2025

Delex Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-MLS Agent

Non-MLS Office

Property Details

Property Type

  • Other

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 12,087 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned R-4

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,770 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling height between 8 to 10 feet

Parking

  • 9 Open Parking Spaces
  • 9 Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 19
  • Assessor Parcel Number 133-10-030-A

Community Details

Overview

  • Jen Tilly Terrace Lots 13 18 Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Kitchen
  • Meeting Room
  • Private Restrooms

Property Details

Property Type

Other

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0.28 Acres

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: E Spence Ave and Rural Rd
  • Property Type: Comm/Industry Sale
  • Zoning: R-4
  • Number Of Buildings: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Subdivision Name: JEN TILLY TERRACE LOTS 13-18
  • Structure Type: Commercial, Other (See Remarks)
  • Tax Parcel Letter: A
  • Cooling:Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric:Electric: SRP
  • FreewayHighway: 2.1 - 5 Miles
  • Ceiling Height: 8.1 Feet to 10 Feet, 16.1 Feet to 28 Feet
  • Building Features: Conference Room, Clean Room, Kitchen
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Other

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 2770.0
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Finished, Private Restrooms

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Disclosures: None
  • Construction Type: Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Corner Lot

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Private, Paved
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 9.0
  • Total Parking Spaces: 9.0

Utilities

  • Electric: SRP
  • Heating: Electric
  • Green Building Features: Conference Room, Clean Room, Kitchen
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: City Franchise
  • Gas:Gas: SW Gas

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12087.0
  • Parcel #: 133-10-030-A

Tax Info

  • Tax Book Number: 133.0
  • Tax Lot: 19
  • Tax Map Number: 10.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,250
Interest Rate
5.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,250
Interest Rate
5.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,500
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,500
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,350
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,350
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,350
Interest Rate
7.87%
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

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- American Title Svc Agcy Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Driggs Title Agency Inc
Warranty Deed -- Driggs Title Agency Inc
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $235,000 Security Title Agency
Special Warranty Deed $235,000 Security Title Agency
Warranty Deed -- Transnation Title Insurance
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- Transnation Title Insurance
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $176,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $176,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $161,500 Balloon
Previous Owner $103,350 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/20/2026 05/20/26 Sold $980,000 -2.0% $354 / Sq Ft
02/26/2026 02/26/26 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2026 01/18/26 For Sale $999,999 0.0% $361 / Sq Ft
01/02/2026 01/02/26 Off Market $999,999 -- --
12/26/2025 12/26/25 For Sale $999,999 -- $361 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Tax History

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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 $2,438 $20,340 -- --
2024 $2,251 $19,371 -- --
2023 $2,251 $66,770 $13,350 $53,420
2022 $2,159 $52,660 $10,530 $42,130
2021 $2,174 $43,700 $8,740 $34,960
2020 $2,108 $38,400 $7,680 $30,720
2019 $2,068 $31,680 $6,330 $25,350
2018 $2,017 $26,100 $5,220 $20,880
2017 $1,957 $22,180 $4,430 $17,750
2016 $1,943 $21,480 $4,290 $17,190
2015 $1,866 $22,260 $4,450 $17,810
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mehrzad Paimany

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Mehrzad Paimany

    DPR Realty

    (480) 452-9949

    1 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    Mehrzad Paimany
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6960903

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 133-10-028E

Arizona Maricopa County Tempe 85281 Downtown Tempe

917 E Spence Ave, Tempe, AZ

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