Welcome to your Willo Home. This beautifully preserved 1940 ranch blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Refinished hardwood floors, updated windows, and carefully curated improvements honor the home's early mid-century roots with the convenience and reliability of modern enhancements. Extensively updated with recent improvements to the roof, electrical, pool, and more, this 2-bed, 2-bath home offers effortless living without sacrificing historic charm. Set on a lush and exceptionally private lot that lives larger than expected, the property also features a sparkling pool, detached 2-car garage, and captivating curb appeal in one of Phoenix's most beloved historic neighborhoods. A rare opportunity to own a piece of history, housing you and your dreams. Welcome to Willo!
For sale
Price cut: $30K (5/19)
$795,000
531 W VERNON Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003
2beds
1,412sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,893 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$563/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 57 days |
- 477 |
- 29 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Taege 602-663-0174,
Compass,
Christopher J Taege 480-619-7686,
Compass
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7024924
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Reverse Osmosis, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, No Interior Steps
- Flooring: Vinyl, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,412
- Total interior livable area: 1,412 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Detached, Permit Required
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 7,893 Square Feet
- Features: North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Alley, Grass Front, Grass Back
Details
- Parcel number: 11849004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Painted, Slump Block
- Roof: Composition,Foam
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Green energy
- Water conservation: Tankless Ht Wtr Heat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Light Rail Stop, Historic District
- Subdivision: NORTH BROADMOOR AMD
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: No Fees
Location
- Region: Phoenix
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $563/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $586,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,233
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Price change | $795,000-3.6%$563/sqft |
Source:  ARMLS #7024924 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+161.9%$584/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #7024924 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2011 | Sold | $315,000-4.5%$223/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #4639901 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2011 | Listed for sale | $330,000+79.3%$234/sqft |
Source: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty - Scottsdale Waterfront #TBD Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2001 | Sold | $184,000+21.9%$130/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #1599997 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/1998 | Sold | $151,000+51.8%$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/1997 | Sold | $99,500$70/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,233 +6.2% | $29,310 -6.7% |
| 2024 | $2,102 +1% | $31,410 +120.3% |
| 2023 | $2,082 +3.7% | $14,258 -30.2% |
| 2022 | $2,008 -0.4% | $20,435 +4% |
| 2021 | $2,016 +0.2% | $19,650 +6.5% |
| 2020 | $2,012 +1.7% | $18,450 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $1,978 | $16,915 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $1,978 +2.4% | $16,560 +3% |
| 2017 | $1,932 +11.3% | $16,080 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $1,736 +3.4% | $15,425 +23.3% |
| 2015 | $1,679 | $12,515 +10.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $11,365 +36% |
| 2013 | -- | $8,355 -7.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $9,035 -12.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $10,310 -18.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $12,625 -34.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $19,240 -48.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $37,550 +17.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $32,050 +67.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $19,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $19,100 +25.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $15,200 +5.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $14,450 +25.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Encanto
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Kenilworth Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kenilworth Elementary School
- Middle: Kenilworth Elementary School
- 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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- Arizona
- Maricopa County
- Phoenix
- 85003
- Encanto
- 531 W VERNON Avenue
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