Tucked near the base of the Superstition Mountains, this vintage desert retreat is waiting for the right vision to bring it to life. Set on a spacious .70-acre lot, this eclectic 2-bedroom, 1-bath property is filled with character, charm, and creative potential. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, the setting is nothing short of inspiring. Whether you're an artist, dreamer, renovator, or someone seeking a one-of-a-kind desert hideaway, this property offers a rare opportunity to create something truly special in an unforgettable location near the Superstitions. A diamond in the rough with endless possibilities, this property is ideal for a buyer who appreciates character, creativity, and the chance to make a unique space their own.
For sale
Price cut: $58K (7/3)
$310,000
5578 E JACOB WALTZ Street, Apache Junction, AZ 85119
2beds
868sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
0.71 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$357/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage desert retreatUnique personalityPeaceful settingBreathtaking mountain viewsArtistic vibe
- 111 days |
- 1,585 |
- 83 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jonna Baker 602-550-3200,
Jonna Baker & Associates Realty
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7006134
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Mini Split, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Laminate Counters
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 868
- Total interior livable area: 868 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Screened in Patio(s), Storage
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Wash
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
- Features: Rural, East/West Exposure, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Dirt Back, Gravel/Stone Front
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 10017010A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Pueblo
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Pvt Water Company
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: S12 T1N R8E
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: No Fees
Location
- Region: Apache Junction
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $357/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $241,845
- Annual tax amount: $650
- Date on market: 3/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 111 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Dirt, Unimproved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Price change | $310,000-15.8%$357/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $368,000-1.3%$424/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $373,000-1.8%$430/sqft |
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| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $380,000+5746.2%$438/sqft |
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| 11/8/1976 | Sold | $6,500$7/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $650 +2.4% | $24,184 +3.2% |
| 2025 | $635 +1.6% | $23,429 +16.3% |
| 2024 | $625 +4.3% | $20,137 +9% |
| 2023 | $599 -1.8% | $18,468 +0% |
| 2022 | $610 +2.7% | $18,467 +6% |
| 2021 | $595 +17.7% | $17,427 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $505 +2.2% | $16,938 +59.1% |
| 2019 | $494 +2.6% | $10,645 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $482 +3.2% | $10,053 +3% |
| 2017 | $467 +3.8% | $9,758 |
| 2016 | $450 +0.4% | -- |
| 2014 | $448 | $2,939 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | $5,599 +6.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $5,267 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 85119
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Desert Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.6 mi
- 1/10Cactus Canyon Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 4/10Apache Junction High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Four Peaks Elementary School
- Middle: Cactus Canyon Junior High
- High: Apache Junction High School
- District: Apache Junction Unified 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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