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518 W HOWE Street, Tempe, AZ 85281
$218,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
1
Square Footage:
1,173
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
7,980
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$218,000
Last Modified:
7/09/2025
Description
Don't miss this classic Tempe home in the heart of Mitchell Park East. Large flood-irrigated lot, location, and a stand-alone, alley-entry garage make this a rare find. Home has nice historic touches. Mid-century color palette throughout. Kitchen has a vintage feel with original cabinets, wood countertops, and gas stove. Bedrooms have polished slab flooring, ceiling fans, and double-hung windows. Full bathroom with pedestal sink. Huge backyard has mature trees, lush landscaping and plenty of room for entertaining. French doors open onto a picture-perfect porch with headboard finishes. Schedule a showing today, homes in this location don't come on the market often!
More Information MLS# 5534419
Contract Information
Sold Price: $218,000
Status: Closed
Current Price: $218,000
List Date: 2016-12-09
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Location Tax Legal
Map Code/Grid: R36
House Number: 518
Compass: W
Street Name: HOWE
St Suffix: Street
City/Town Code: Tempe
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85281
Zip4: 5526
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 124-70-100
Subdivision: VAL VERDE PLAT 4 LOT 52-54 BLK 7 LOT 88-93 BLK 12
Tax Year: 2016
General Property Description
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: 1
# of Interior Levels: 1
# Bedrooms: 3
# Bathrooms: 1
Approx SQFT: 1173
Price/SqFt: 185.85
Horses: N
Builder Name: Unknown
Year Built: 1948
Approx Lot SqFt: 7980
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: No
Elementary School District: Tempe Elementary School District
High School District: Tempe Union High School District
Elementary School: Holdeman Elementary School
Jr. High School: Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School
High School: Tempe High School
Remarks Misc
Cross Street: Mill and University
Directions: West on University, Left on Wilson, Right on Howe, home is on the Right.
Geo Lat: 33.417082
Geo Lon: -111.946704
Status Change Info
Off Market Date: 2016-12-22
Under Contract Date: 2016-12-19
Close of Escrow Date: 2017-01-20
Sold Price: $218,000
Legal Info
Township: 1N
Range: 4E
Section: 21
Block: 8
Lot Number: 57
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Parking Spaces
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Covered Spaces: 1
Contact Info
List Agent Home Phn: 3152637201
Sold Info
Loan Type: FHA
Loan Years: 30
Payment Type: Fixed
Closing Cost Split: Normal - N
Buyer Concession $/%: $
Seller Concession $/%: $
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: N/A
Status Update: Multiple Offers Received
Architecture: Ranch
Master Bathroom: None
Fireplace Features: No Fireplace
Flooring: Concrete; Linoleum
Windows: Dual Pane; Vinyl Frame
Spa: None
Community Features: Near Bus Stop
Dining Area: Dining in LR/GR
Kitchen Features: Range/Oven Gas; Non-laminate Counter
Laundry: Wshr/Dry HookUp Only; Gas Dryer Hookup
Other Rooms: Great Room
Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings; No Interior Steps
Technology: Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet
Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s)
Parking Features: Detached; Garage Door Opener; Rear Vehicle Entry
Construction: Wood Frame
Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco
Roofing: Composition
Cooling: Evaporative Cooling; Ceiling Fan(s); Window/Wall Unit
Heating: Natural Gas; Wall/Floor Heat
Plumbing: Gas Hot Water Heater
Utilities: APS; SW Gas
Water Source: City Water
Sewer: Sewer - Public
Services: City Services
Fencing: Chain Link; Other; See Remarks
Property Description: North/South Exposure; Alley
Landscaping: Grass Front; Grass Back; Irrigation Front; Irrigation Back
Possession: Close of Escrow
Association Fee Incl: No Fees
Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear
New Financing: Cash; VA; FHA; Conventional
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Listing Office: Realty Executives
Last Updated: July - 09 - 2025

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