Rare opportunity to own a meticulously maintained single-level home in The Lakes, one of South Tempe's most sought-after communities. Thoughtfully cared for with a new HVAC, new kitchen appliances, fresh interior paint ($24k value), and stunning teak hardwood flooring throughout. Multiple sliders create seamless indoor-outdoor living, opening to a private courtyard retreat with a wood-burning adobe fireplace, lush landscaping, and exceptional privacy. Picture the secret garden in the heart of Tempe. Enjoy a serviced gas fireplace, light-filled living spaces, and low-maintenance living. The Lakes offers boating, walking paths, a clubhouse, Olympic pool, pickleball, tennis, basketball, fitness center, and year-round community events. Conveniently located near the I-10, US-60, Loop 101, dining, shopping, and Sky Harbor Airport. You'll love living in The Lakes!
Sold for $515,000
$515,000
1544 E Driftwood Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
3beds
1,620sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
5,358 Square Feet Lot
$513,800 Zestimate®
$318/sqft
$2,330 Estimated rent
Home value
$513,800
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Wood-burning adobe fireplaceServiced gas fireplaceLush landscapingFresh interior paintPrivate courtyard retreatLight-filled living spacesMeticulously maintained single-level home
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Listed by:
Brandon DuFour 480-447-2303,
West USA Realty,
Meredith DuFour 480-447-2303,
West USA Realty
Bought with:
Ryan Husted, SA702747000
Real Broker
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7044994
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Full Bth Master Bdrm, Laminate Counters
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,620
- Total interior livable area: 1,620 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Perimeter,Front Yard,Block
Lot
- Size: 5,358 Square Feet
- Features: North/South Exposure, Grass Front, Irrigation Front
Details
- Parcel number: 30102575
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Block
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool, Racquetball, Pickleball, Lake, Community Spa, Community Spa Htd, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center
- Subdivision: LAKES TRACT R1
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $405 quarterly
- HOA name: The Lakes Community
- HOA phone: 480-838-1023
Location
- Region: Tempe
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $318/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $385,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,532
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Sold | $515,000$318/sqft |
Source:  ARMLS #7044994 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2026 | Pending sale | $515,000$318/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #7044994 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $515,000+84.6%$318/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #7044994 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2016 | Sold | $279,000$172/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #5494806 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2016 | Listed for sale | $279,000+91.1%$172/sqft |
Source: Launch Real Estate #5494806 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2000 | Sold | $146,000$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,520 +7.7% | $38,550 -6.5% |
| 2024 | $2,341 +1.2% | $41,210 +87.1% |
| 2023 | $2,312 +4.2% | $22,031 -21% |
| 2022 | $2,219 +1.4% | $27,870 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $2,187 +2% | $25,930 +8.7% |
| 2020 | $2,145 +2.8% | $23,850 +6% |
| 2019 | $2,088 | $22,510 +11.6% |
| 2018 | $2,088 +3.2% | $20,170 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $2,023 +3.9% | $18,920 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $1,947 +2.2% | $17,830 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $1,904 | $16,260 +13.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $14,380 +11.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $12,910 -11.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $14,660 -14.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $17,150 -8.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $18,700 -16.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $22,350 -9% |
| 2008 | -- | $24,550 +13.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $21,700 +39.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $15,550 |
| 2005 | -- | $15,550 +14.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $13,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $13,600 +19.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,350 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: The Lakes
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Rover Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Marcos De Niza High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Fees College Preparatory Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rover Elementary School
- Middle: Fees College Preparatory Middle School
- High: Marcos De Niza High School
- District: Tempe School District
Source: ARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Arizona
- Maricopa County
- Tempe
- 85283
- The Lakes
- 1544 E Driftwood Drive
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