979 University Ridge Dr Reno, NV 89512
West University Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,192
Sq Ft
0.33
Acres
Highlights
- RV Access or Parking
- Great Room
- Workshop
- City View
- Mud Room
- 3 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2025OPEN HOUSE SAT 4/19 1: TO 4 This is a beautiful, sunny custom-built home on a quiet street in University Ridge. The entire front of the house is exposed to a gorgeous panoramic view of the downtown lights, Mt. Rose, Slide Mountain, the Virginia Range, the Nugget, GSR, Atlantis, and the airport. The balloons from the Great Balloon Race land on or around this street each September. It is walking distance to the University and only minutes from Rancho San Rafael Park, downtown, and all major freeways., Danmer Custom Shutters, One of a kind oak and etched glass front door, Custom storm door, Gas fire place, 4 ceiling fans Skylights, Genuine hardwood floors in dining and living room, tile in the kitchen and family room, newer carpet in the upstairs bedrooms, Alarm system, The kitchen area features custom alder cabinets, Jenn-Air gas cooktop with downdraft vent and electric convection oven, Corian counter-tops and custom sink, sunny breakfast nook, pantry, and family room. The upstairs bedrooms are large with a high ceiling master-suite featuring a panoramic view, a jetted soaking tub, separate glass block and tile shower. There is a bath downstairs, and a laundry room that opens to a large 3 car garage, RV pad, and dog-run. The professionally landscaped yard has a keystone wall and 4 stone garden terraces, connected by a stone stair case , with a path that leads to the top of the property for a complete unobstructed view of Reno and the mountains. There is a drip irrigation system for both the front and back yards. LITTLE DOG NIPS, PLEASE DO NOT PET TURN DOOR LOCK ONLY 1/4
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno License #S.14934 Listed on: 03/19/2014
Last Buyer's Agent
Michele McQuivey
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno License #S.35866
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,995
Year Built
- Built in 1993
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Property is zoned PUD
HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- RV Access or Parking
Property Views
- City
- Woods
- Valley
- Park or Greenbelt
Home Design
- Brick or Stone Veneer
- Pitched Roof
- Tile Roof
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 2,192 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Mud Room
- Great Room
- Workshop
- Carpet
- Crawl Space
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Garden Bath
Schools
- Peavine Elementary School
- Clayton Middle School
- Hug High School
Utilities
- Refrigerated Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- $200 HOA Transfer Fee
- University Ridge Equus Management Association, Phone Number (775) 852-2224
- Maintained Community
- The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions
Listing and Financial Details
- Home warranty included in the sale of the property
- Assessor Parcel Number 00354206
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2019
Closed on
Jun 18, 2019
Sold by
Fuchs William Arthur and Fuchs S
Bought by
The Jorden W Van Leuven Sub Trust and 1998 Wesley Taylor Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Michele McQuivey
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Beko Molini
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.16%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.24%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2014
Closed on
Jun 18, 2014
Sold by
Solomom Harvey J and Solomom Mary F
Bought by
Schurer Fuchs William Arthur and Schurer Fuchs Victoria
Seller's Agent
Karen Walker-Hill
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
Buyer's Agent
Michele McQuivey
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.08%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.88%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2013
Sold by
Solomon Harvey J and Solomon Mary F
Bought by
The Solomon Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2001
Sold by
Watkins Randy W and Watkins Julie
Bought by
Solomon Harvey J and Solomon Mary F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Sale Deed | $460,000 | First Centennial Reno | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $315,000 | Ticor Title Reno | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $235,000 | Stewart Title Northern Nevad |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $19,088 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $77,361 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $188,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Sold | $622,979 | -4.2% | $284 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | For Sale | $650,000 | +41.3% | $297 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2019 06/21/19 | Sold | $460,000 | -3.2% | $210 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2019 06/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2019 05/06/19 | For Sale | $475,000 | +50.8% | $217 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2014 06/24/14 | Sold | $315,000 | -3.1% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2014 05/15/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/18/2014 03/18/14 | For Sale | $325,000 | -- | $148 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northern Nevada Regional MLS
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 | $2,722 | $114,458 | $44,555 | $69,903 |
| 2024 | $2,722 | $112,901 | $42,000 | $70,901 |
| 2023 | $2,644 | $109,028 | $41,545 | $67,483 |
| 2022 | $2,567 | $98,556 | $42,035 | $56,521 |
| 2021 | $2,492 | $81,703 | $25,200 | $56,503 |
| 2020 | $2,372 | $84,184 | $27,300 | $56,884 |
| 2019 | $2,343 | $81,438 | $26,250 | $55,188 |
| 2018 | $2,236 | $76,980 | $22,750 | $54,230 |
| 2017 | $2,173 | $72,892 | $18,375 | $54,517 |
| 2016 | $2,117 | $72,987 | $17,150 | $55,837 |
| 2015 | $534 | $71,704 | $15,750 | $55,954 |
| 2014 | $2,053 | $66,141 | $12,215 | $53,926 |
| 2013 | -- | $54,222 | $9,030 | $45,192 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy Phillips
Seller's Agent in 2025
Amy Phillips
Dickson Realty
(775) 232-6266
1 in this area
59 Total Sales
-
Thiele Rice Group
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Thiele Rice Group
Chase International-Damonte
(775) 846-0906
2 in this area
77 Total Sales
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2019
Michele McQuivey
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
-
Pamela Beko Molini
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Pamela Beko Molini
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
(775) 745-2565
42 Total Sales
-
Karen Walker-Hill
Seller's Agent in 2014
Karen Walker-Hill
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
(775) 688-4000
6 in this area
125 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northern Nevada Regional MLS
MLS Number: 140003439
APN: 003-542-06
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