Welcome to 38 West Vernon, a storybook residence in the heart of Phoenix's beloved Willo Historic District. Offering approximately 3,100 square feet with 3 bedrooms plus a den and 3 baths, this home beautifully balances its 1920s character with thoughtful modern updates. Original hardwood floors have been refinished, walls smooth-coated, and seven Andersen windows added, while arched doorways and vintage fireplace details preserve the soul of the home. The designer kitchen flows into inviting living spaces and a custom parlor bar with built-in refrigerators, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, a dramatic color-drenched library and den offers a cozy retreat. Behind the scenes, major improvements include an updated electrical panel, newer HVAC systems, two water heaters less than a year old, and a redone kitchen flat roof. Outside, the completely remodeled backyard feels like a private escape with mature landscaping, multiple gathering spaces and a rare pool that was recently resealed with upgraded equipment. Minutes from Midtown dining, Roosevelt Row and Encanto Park, this is quintessential Willo: historic, soulful and completely one of a kind.
For sale
$1,250,000
38 W VERNON Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003
4beds
3,095sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
8,329 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$404/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage fireplace detailsInviting living spacesCompletely remodeled backyardArched doorwaysDesigner kitchenSeven andersen windows addedMultiple gathering spaces
- 18 days
- 1,485
- 163
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stephanie Bray 602-989-6057,
SERHANT.
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7087966
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,095
- Total interior livable area: 3,095 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Open
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 8,329 Square Feet
- Features: North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Grass Front, Auto Timer H2O Front
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 11848070
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Painted, Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Historic District
- Subdivision: Willo
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: No Fees
Location
- Region: Phoenix
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $404/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $939,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,513
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000-3.8%$404/sqft |
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| 8/1/2026 | Listing removed | $1,300,000$420/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $1,300,000-7.1%$420/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Price change | $1,400,000-6.7%$452/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-3.2%$485/sqft |
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| 1/18/2026 | Price change | $1,550,000-3.1%$501/sqft |
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| 12/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+77.6%$517/sqft |
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| 2/17/2021 | Sold | $901,000+3%$291/sqft |
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| 1/21/2021 | Pending sale | $875,000$283/sqft |
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| 1/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $875,000+59.4%$283/sqft |
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| 4/19/2013 | Sold | $549,000$177/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,513 +6.2% | $46,960 -3.5% |
| 2024 | $3,307 +1% | $48,640 +116.8% |
| 2023 | $3,275 +3.7% | $22,433 -31% |
| 2022 | $3,159 -0.4% | $32,505 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $3,171 +0.2% | $30,860 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $3,166 +1.7% | $29,530 +10.5% |
| 2019 | $3,112 | $26,735 +0.5% |
| 2018 | $3,112 +2.4% | $26,615 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $3,040 +11.3% | $27,330 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $2,732 +37.7% | $25,905 +17.7% |
| 2015 | $1,984 | $22,005 +62% |
| 2014 | -- | $13,580 +38.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $9,815 -5.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $10,360 -6.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $11,110 -17.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $13,505 -32.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $19,910 -2% |
| 2008 | -- | $20,325 +17% |
| 2007 | -- | $17,375 +70.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $10,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $10,200 +22.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $8,325 |
| 2003 | -- | $8,325 +61.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,150 |
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Neighborhood: Encanto
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kenilworth Elementary School
- Middle: Phoenix #1 iAcademy
- High: Central High School
- District: Phoenix Elementary 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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