542 W 16TH Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 (MLS# 6535994)

Supplements: Rare Custom-built 3 Bedroom/2.75 Bathroom Ranch Located within the esteemed Campus Homes Corridor of the Clark Park Neighborhood. Built in 1990 by the late David Williamsa local Tempe Contractor and Long-time Clark Park Resident. Skillfully Designed Open Floor Plan Features Views of the Swimming Pool from the Kitchen, Dining Room, and direct access from the Master Bedroom Suite. Premium Corner-lot with North/South Exposure. Front yard has Pleasing Curb Appeal with ample parking and shade trees all aroundProviding Ample Shade. Custom-Designed Kitchen Features Expansive Counter Space, Sizable Pantry, Breakfast Nook area, Whirlpool Stainless Steel Refrigerator, Premium Fisker & Paykel Double-Dishwasher, 4-Burner Gas Range, and Stainless Steel Sink that Directly Overlooks the Backyard Pool Area. Private Backyard is Perfect for Entertaining and/or Al Fresco Dining. Large Poolside Covered Patio Area with Exposed Brick Flooring. Cabana Bathroom with Shower Directly Accessible from the Patio. Spectacular 40' Fresh Water Diving Pool. Nearby Towering Trees all around, offering Privacy and Tranquility. Interior Features Travertine Flooring throughout main Living Areas, Gas Fireplace in Living room, Separate Dining Area that Overlooks the Pool, Separate Indoor Laundry Room, with Carpets and Brand- Ceiling Fans in all of the Bedrooms. Nest Thermostat in Hallway.Spacious Master-Retreat Features Three Separate Closets.Custom-Designed Master Bathroom features a Sky Light Window and an additional Linen Closet, Separate Room for Shower and toilet, and Double Vanity on an Exquisite Granite Countertop. Updates include: Brand-New Sewer Line portion (2020), Energy-Efficient Quiet Cool Whole House Fan and Separate Attic Fan (2016) that removes hot air out of the attic during summer months, Hayward Variable Speed Pool Pump (2019), New Dryer (2020), and R-38 Insulation in Attic, Granite counter tops in kitchen (2021), Granite double vanity in Master Bathroom (2021), French Door from Master Suite to Pool Retreat (2022). This is an Excellent Value! It is the Only House built post-1990 with a Pool that's within a 1-mile radius from ASU campus and under $1 million! In 1990, this home was completely destroyed from a fire (see newspaper article in documents tab) except for the exterior block walls. David Williams purchased this home from the previous owner and designed and rebuilt the home. Mr. Williams had remodeled or custom-built several homes in the neighborhood, including the two English Manor style homes at 1712 & 1716 S Roosevelt Street. He also remodeled the home across the street at 602 W 16th Street. His signature style maximizes the use of indoor/outdoor space -hence the addition of the cabana bathroom- accessible from the patio area. This home is located within the northern part of the Clark Park Neighborhood which was originally built by Del Webb in early 1950s as part of the "Campus Homes" subdivision. These were the first ever tract homes built in Tempe. Legend has itrenowned Mid-Century ArchitectRalph Haver, originally designed these homes. Many of the homes in the neighborhood have been well preserved and still feature Ralph Haver's iconic nine-pane window, which is prevalent in other Haver Hoods, such as the Camelback Park Estates in Scottsdale. The Clark Park Neighborhood volunteer group has worked on a number of initiatives to help maintain its neighborhood charm and great community. Just recentlythe neighborhood added new public art by decorating three irrigation standpipes. One of those standpipes happens to be located directly behind this homealongside Roosevelt Street. The neighborhood volunteer group have also opened the Clark Park Community Garden in 2015 and Clark Park Dog Park in 2016. There are current discussions with the City of Tempe about bringing back the community pool at Clark Park. The Clark Park Neighborhood is part of the greater NW Tempe Neighborhoods Heritage District. The neighborhoods within this area have enjoyed a resurgence in recent years as owning a single-family detached home within close proximity to Downtown Tempe has become increasingly desirable. Clark Park is undergoing a major renovation under Tempe's Parks Improvement Plan. Moreover, the Hardy Drive and University Drive streetscape projects that were completed in 2015 have really transformed the area. There are current plans for another future streetscape project for Broadway Road, between Priest Drive and Mill Ave. As part of the City's Broadway Corridor Revitalization Plan, this section of Broadway Road will undergo a major restoration. This may include new bicycle lanes, larger sidewalks, more shade trees, and new street medians with public art. The area is also being branded the "Tempe Maker District" to help encourage future developments within the Broadway Corridor with an emphasis on attracting local Tempe-based businesses. Given that the Clark Park Neighborhood is located adjacent to Broadway Road, between Roosevelt St and Farmer Ave, this would be a boon to the community. All in all, the Clark Park Neighborhood is shaping up to be one of the most desirable locations in all of Tempe!