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Sold on 10/31/2022

5221 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85711

$361,000

Last sold 10/31/2022 for $359K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,800

    Sqft ($199/Sqft)

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About 5221 E 3rd St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1957
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 8,712 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
Amazing opportunity for 3 bed/2 full bath 1,800 SqFt Mid-Century Modern burnt adobe ranch home with refreshing 25K gallon Whitaker plaster pool on .20 acre R1 lot, no HOA in desirable Darling Acres neighborhood in thriving Central Tucson. Enjoy N/S orientation, single story, no stairs/no steps, concrete sidewalks, wide concrete driveway, carport, on and off street parking, street lights, low care landscaped yard, front covered porch with burnt adobe raised flower garden and wrought iron security door. Enjoy the best of both worlds, vintage character and charm of a 1950's home with updated and modern amenities! Inside buyers will appreciate gorgeous powder gray stained concrete floors throughout by Rogo (no carpet!), updated baseboards, crisp white paint, ample recessed dimmable lighting, tall painted textured ceilings (no popcorn), copper plumbing, vintage windows, window screens, rubbed bronze fixtures, modern lighting, security bars, large picture window in living room that provides a plethora of natural light, exposed burnt adobe fireplace, built in surround sound speakers, modern lighting, ceiling fan, new gas hot water heater 2022, and smart Nest digital thermostat. Enjoy remodeled open concept spacious kitchen with modern kitchen cabinets with pull outs, full slab granite counters, bar seating, tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliance package, side by side refrigerator with door water/ice dispenser, new dishwasher, electric range, skylight, large kitchen sink, garbage disposal, garden window that allows you to keep watchful eye on the pool, pantry closet, adjacent to dining area and door out to covered extended patio. Generous sized bedrooms, updated full guest bathroom with executive height full slab granite modern vanity, tiled shower/tub, spacious primary suite with full private bathroom, matching full slab granite executive modern vanity and tiled walk-in shower, with private door out to covered patio. Enjoy tranquil Tucson sunsets, mountain views from under your covered extended backyard patio (581 SqFt), on concrete, separate laundry/storage room w/washer and dryer included, removeable secure "see thru" pool fencing surrounding massive sparkling 12' deep plaster pool, gated side yard containing sand filter and energy efficient variable speed pool pump (new 2019) and alley access, all surrounded by concrete block privacy walls. Convenient Central Tucson location with a 94 biker's paradise score, walk to grassy Highland Vista Park, Duff Elementary, Rincon High School and Arizona College of Nursing. Minutes away from Texas Instruments, Trident Grill, shopping, restaurants, movie theater at Park Mall, the U of A, Banner Medical, TMC and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Perfect opportunity for those looking for a second home in Tucson and Airbnb investors alike! Call to make your appointment to view this beautiful home in person today.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Spirit Messingham
Listing Office - Tierra Antigua Realty
Source: MLSSAZ mls logo
MLS#22222587 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked MLSSAZ for data 5 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Levels/Style One, Ranch
MLS # 22222587
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
Living Area 1800
Lot Size (SqFt) 8712
Lot Size (Acres) 0.2
Property Tax 2276.7
Year Built 1957
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# of Full Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Laundry Storage, Laundry Room, Washer, Dryer
Flooring Concrete
Accessibility Features None
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Lazy Susan, Convection Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
Interior Features High Ceilings, Sound System
Fireplace Wood Burning, Living Room
Exterior
Roof Built-Up - Reflect
Construction Burnt Adobe
# of Carport Spaces 1
Lot Features Decorative Gravel, Subdivided, North/South Exposure
Fencing Block
Patio/Porch Covered
Amenities / Utilities
Water Source Public
Spa None
Location
View Mountain(s), Residential
County Pima
Community Features Lighted, Paved Street, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Subdivision Darling Acres
Elementary School Sewell
Middle School Vail
High School Rincon
High School District TUSD
APN 127-02-1240
Directions From Swan Road And Speedway Boulevard: East On Speedway To Magnolia. South On Magnolia To 3rd St. East On 3rd Street To Address.
Lot/ Land Details
Current Use Owner Occupied
Road Responsibility City
Road Surface Paved
$361K
Range: $314K-$407K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $1,496/month
Gross rent multiplier: 20.0
  • Oct 2022
    Public Records
  • Oct 31, 2022 Sold
    $359,000
  • Oct 2022
    mls logo MLS # 22222587
  • Oct 31, 2022 Sold
    $359,000 (-6.8%)
  • Oct 18, 2022 Pending
  • Oct 6, 2022 Active Contingent
  • Sep 13, 2022 Price Change
    $385,000 (-3.5%)
  • Sep 1, 2022 Listed
  • Aug 27, 2022 Active Contingent
  • Aug 27, 2022 Listed
    $399,000 (+61.2%)
  • Jan 2017
    mls logo MLS # 21629413
  • Jan 8, 2017 Sold
    $247,500
  • Dec 15, 2016 Pending
  • Nov 26, 2016 Active Contingent
  • Nov 3, 2016 Listed
    $249,000 (-0.4%)
  • Jan 2017
    Public Records
  • Jan 6, 2017 Sold
    $247,500 (-0.6%)
  • Oct 2016
    mls logo MLS # 21615794
  • Oct 28, 2016 Cancelled
  • Sep 13, 2016 Price Change
    $249,900 (-3.5%)
  • Jun 5, 2016 Listed
    $259,000 (+36.3%)
  • Aug 2012
    mls logo MLS # 21002396
  • Aug 13, 2012 Sold
    $190,000
  • Jan 19, 2010 Listed
    $180,000
  • Aug 2010
    Public Records
  • Aug 6, 2010 Sold
    $190,000 (+5.6%)
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $2,402 +6.7%
    $31,022 +3.98%
  • 2023
    $2,252 -0.8%
    $29,835 +17.73%
  • 2022
    $2,269 -0.3%
    $25,341 +43.25%
  • 2021
    $2,277 +4.2%
    $17,690 +5.0%
  • 2020
    $2,185 +3.0%
    $16,848
  • 2019
    $2,122 +4.8%
    $16,848 -9.85%
  • 2018
    $2,025 +4.8%
    $18,688 +28.4%
  • 2017
    $1,932 +2.6%
    $14,554
  • 2016
    $1,884 +4.6%
    $14,554
  • 2015
    $1,802
  • 5221 E 3rd St
    $359K
  • Duffy
    $379K +5% y/y
  • 85711
    $310K -6% y/y
  • Tucson
    $365K -2% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
5211 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $306,000 3/2 1,410 0.02
5231 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $298,000 3/2 1,458 0.02
5222 E Rosewood St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $337,000 —/2 1,673 0.02
5222 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $449,000 3/2 2,327 0.03
5212 E Rosewood St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $427,000 4/2 2,196 0.03
5232 E Rosewood St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $438,000 —/2 2,380 0.03
5232 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $417,000 4/2 2,162 0.03
5241 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85711 $311,000 —/2 1,770 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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