$599,500

959 E Lobster Trap Ln Tempe, AZ 85283

The Lakes Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,538/month

Total Views 131,564
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,601 Sq Ft
$374 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Pool
  • Solar Power System
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Rover Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room

About This Home

WOW, Prime location, countless upgrades (listed below), paid off SOLAR, oasis backyard, ideal for walking as its located just steps from the beautiful LAKE in one of the highly rated Tempe neighborhoods. Inside, the home has been updated in all the right places. The kitchen shines with new countertops, refrigerator, oven, microwave, and dishwasher, while both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated. New flooring throughout, updated paint colors, and a cozy fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Major system upgrades provide peace of mind, including a new roof, new electrical panel, new windows, new hot water heater, and a newer 2018 Trane A/C. Additional features such as a water softener and reverse osmosis system add everyday convenience. Best of all, the home includes p Best of all, the home includes paid-off solar panels, delivering exceptionally low electric bills.
The backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a sparkling pool with new pool decking and electrical, updated irrigation, low-maintenance artificial turf, and a beautifully designed walkway ideal for relaxing or hosting gatherings. Homes this well cared for and this well located don't come along often. You will not be disappointed, this exceptional property is truly a must-see!

Listing Agent

Lala Smith

eXp Realty License #SA580543000 Listed on: 12/18/2025

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,427

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 6,007 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $135 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,601 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Play Pool
  • Patio
  • Playground

Schools

  • Tempe Elementary Online Community
  • Marcos De Niza High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 141
  • Assessor Parcel Number 301-02-674

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance
  • The Lakes HOA, Phone Number (480) 838-1023
  • Lakes Tract D3 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Heated Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,427

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

6,007 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$135 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Baseline and Rural
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Association Fees Community Facilities District: N
  • Recreation Center Fee 2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 135.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Subdivision Name: LAKES TRACT D3
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Spanish
  • Efficiency: Solar Panels
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 374.45
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Vaulted Ceiling(s), No Interior Steps
  • Living Area: 1601.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Playground
  • Lot Features: North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Grass Front, Grass Back
  • Pool Features: Play Pool, Outdoor
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail, Agency Discl Req
  • Construction Type: Block, Painted
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Lake, Community Spa, Community Spa Htd, Playground
  • Association Fee: 405.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: The Lakes HOA
  • Phone: 480-838-1023
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA DisclosureAddendum Affirmation: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 400.0
  • Association Fees:Special Assessment HOA: No
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: %
  • Association Fees:Prepaid Association Fees HOA: 405.0
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: $

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • Elementary School: Tempe Elementary Online Community
  • High School: Marcos De Niza High School
  • Junior High Dist: Tempe Union High School District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Tempe Elementary Online Community

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6007.0
  • Parcel #: 301-02-674

Building Info

  • Builder Name: n/a

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2427.0
  • Tax Book Number: 301.0
  • Tax Lot: 141
  • Tax Map Number: 2.0

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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 $2,427 $26,020 -- --
2024 $2,489 $24,781 -- --
2023 $2,489 $38,910 $7,780 $31,130
2022 $2,377 $29,610 $5,920 $23,690
2021 $2,424 $27,500 $5,500 $22,000
2020 $2,343 $25,300 $5,060 $20,240
2019 $2,298 $24,130 $4,820 $19,310
2018 $2,580 $21,520 $4,300 $17,220
2017 $2,503 $20,270 $4,050 $16,220
2016 $2,156 $19,280 $3,850 $15,430
2015 $2,086 $17,560 $3,510 $14,050
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/18/2025 12/18/25 For Sale $599,500 +9.0% $374 / Sq Ft
02/08/2022 02/08/22 Sold $550,000 +10.0% $344 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/09/2022 01/09/22 Pending -- -- --
12/23/2021 12/23/21 For Sale $500,000 +56.3% $312 / Sq Ft
04/25/2019 04/25/19 Sold $320,000 0.0% $200 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/16/2019 03/16/19 Price Changed $320,000 -1.5% $200 / Sq Ft
03/13/2019 03/13/19 Price Changed $324,900 +3.1% $203 / Sq Ft
03/12/2019 03/12/19 Price Changed $315,000 -3.0% $197 / Sq Ft
02/26/2019 02/26/19 Price Changed $324,900 0.0% $203 / Sq Ft
01/18/2019 01/18/19 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $203 / Sq Ft
11/22/2017 11/22/17 Rented $1,750 +2.9% --
11/09/2017 11/09/17 Under Contract -- -- --
10/28/2017 10/28/17 Price Changed $1,700 -2.9% $1 / Sq Ft
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Rent $1,750 0.0% --
01/10/2013 01/10/13 Sold $189,000 0.0% $118 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/28/2012 11/28/12 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2012 11/21/12 Off Market $189,000 -- --
11/15/2012 11/15/12 For Sale $189,000 -- $118 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $550,000 Lawyers Title
Warranty Deed $320,000 Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $189,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Security Title Agency
Warranty Deed $194,900 Security Title Agency
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- North American Title Co
Warranty Deed $169,900 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $440,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $295,075 FHA
Previous Owner $185,576 FHA
Previous Owner $175,410 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Lala Smith

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(602) 609-3457

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Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6958533

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 301-02-674

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