Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence in the heart of Tempe. Offering both comfort and flexibility, the home features two separate living areas--a traditional front living room perfect for welcoming guests, plus a spacious family room just off the kitchen with views of the backyard and sparkling pool.
The updated kitchen is equipped with white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and designer tile backsplash, all opening seamlessly to the main living space for easy everyday living and entertaining. Wood-look tile flooring runs throughout the main areas, while the bedrooms feature plush carpeting and generous storage.
The primary suite includes an updated en-suite bath with a stylish walk-in tiled shower, while the secondary bathroo Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in north Tempe. Offering both comfort and flexibility, the home features two separate living areas--a traditional front living room perfect for welcoming guests, plus a spacious family room just off the kitchen with direct access to the backyard and sparkling pool.
The updated kitchen is equipped with white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and designer tile backsplash, all opening seamlessly to the main living space for easy everyday living and entertaining. Wood-look tile flooring runs throughout the main areas, while the bedrooms feature plush carpeting and generous storage.
The primary suite includes an updated en-suite bath with a stylish walk-in tiled shower, while the secondary bathroom has also been tastefully remodeled.
Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool, covered patio, artificial turf, and plenty of space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying Arizona's beautiful weather year-round.
Additional features include a covered carport, RV gate access, and a prime Tempe location close to ASU, Papago Mountains, Tempe Marketplace, Old Town Scottsdale, shopping, dining, parks, and major freeway access.
For sale
$550,000
438 E PIERCE Street, Tempe, AZ 85288
3beds
1,586sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
6,207 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$347/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered patioRv gate accessCovered carportArtificial turfDesigner tile backsplashGas rangeStainless steel appliances
- 37 days |
- 529 |
- 51 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kandis Palmer 602-741-7531,
RETSY
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7033241

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range
Features
- Quartz Countertops, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,586
- Total interior livable area: 1,586 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Open
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 6,207 Square Feet
- Features: North/South Exposure, Gravel/Stone Front, Synthetic Grass Back
Details
- Parcel number: 12915150
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Stucco, Painted, Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: PAPAGO PARKWAY 5
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: No Fees
Location
- Region: Tempe
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $347/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $476,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,398
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+46.7%$347/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 6/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 3/26/2020 | Sold | $375,000+1.4%$236/sqft |
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| 2/22/2020 | Pending sale | $369,999$233/sqft |
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| 2/20/2020 | Price change | $369,999-1.3%$233/sqft |
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| 2/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $375,000+1.5%$236/sqft |
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| 9/24/2019 | Listing removed | $369,500$233/sqft |
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| 9/12/2019 | Price change | $369,500-0.7%$233/sqft |
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| 9/10/2019 | Price change | $372,000-0.8%$235/sqft |
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| 9/2/2019 | Price change | $375,000-1.3%$236/sqft |
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| 8/27/2019 | Price change | $379,999-1.3%$240/sqft |
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| 8/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $385,000+33.2%$243/sqft |
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| 8/1/2016 | Listing removed | $289,000$182/sqft |
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| 6/29/2016 | Price change | $289,000-1.7%$182/sqft |
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| 6/23/2016 | Price change | $294,000-0.3%$185/sqft |
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| 6/12/2016 | Price change | $295,000-1.3%$186/sqft |
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| 5/26/2016 | Price change | $299,000-6.3%$189/sqft |
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| 5/17/2016 | Price change | $319,000-3%$201/sqft |
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| 5/3/2016 | Listed for sale | $329,000+31.7%$207/sqft |
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| 6/10/2015 | Sold | $249,900$158/sqft |
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| 4/30/2015 | Pending sale | $249,900$158/sqft |
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| 4/24/2015 | Price change | $249,900-2%$158/sqft |
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| 3/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $254,900+43.3%$161/sqft |
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| 9/19/2011 | Sold | $177,900+119.6%$112/sqft |
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| 5/19/2011 | Sold | $81,000-33.5%$51/sqft |
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| 3/7/2011 | Sold | $121,896-51.2%$77/sqft |
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| 6/29/2007 | Sold | $250,000$158/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,389 +5% | $47,650 -2.4% |
| 2024 | $1,322 +3.8% | $48,800 +188.3% |
| 2023 | $1,274 +3.7% | $16,928 -38.7% |
| 2022 | $1,228 -2.9% | $27,620 +8% |
| 2021 | $1,265 +3.5% | $25,570 +1.3% |
| 2020 | $1,223 +3.2% | $25,230 +6.7% |
| 2019 | $1,185 | $23,650 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $1,185 +4.8% | $21,230 +11.3% |
| 2017 | $1,131 +7.3% | $19,080 +13% |
| 2016 | $1,054 -3.7% | $16,880 +4.4% |
| 2015 | $1,094 | $16,170 +17.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $13,810 +39.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $9,920 -12.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $11,310 -18.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $13,920 -12.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $15,870 -17.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $19,200 -17.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $23,350 +13.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $20,600 +66.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $12,350 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,350 +3.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $11,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $11,900 +34.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $8,850 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Papago Park View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Yavapai Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Tonalea Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Coronado High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tonalea Middle School
- Middle: Tonalea Middle School
- High: Coronado High School
- District: Scottsdale Unified District
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- Arizona
- Maricopa County
- Tempe
- 85281
- Papago Park View
- 438 E PIERCE Street






