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729 W Vernon Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85007

4 beds
4 baths
3,015 sqft
12,332 sqft lot
$214 per sqft
1951 build
– on site

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What a rare find in the highly sought after historic Encanto neighborhood! This Entertainer's Delight boasts a spacious & charming main home, a delightful guest casita AND even a sparkling pool! This is a truly magical location nestled on a private 1/4+ acre corner lot that sides the Encanto Golf Course. Recent appraisal valued the property at $675k. This tastefully updated historical home is located in the heart of Phoenix's historic district and boasts over 3,000 sf of livable space. There's plenty of room to relax & unwind! The gourmet kitchen features gorgeous cherry wood cabinets, a generous island w/beautiful granite, S/S appliances including a wine cooler & stylish S/S counter tops. The main home is 2,576 sf with handsome wood floors, tile t/o (no carpet!), and an extra room that could easily be turned into a 4th BR. The family room will surely be a favorite gathering spot with the intimate fireplace, wet bar, plantation shutters and gorgeous French doors that will draw you out to the retreat style backyard featuring a refreshing sparking pool, mature trees including lemon and pomegranate producing trees, 4 quaint covered patios and even a vintage spiral staircase inviting you up to the rooftop deck where you will enjoy breathtaking sunsets and spectacular views of downtown Phoenix. Plus the sizable 439 sf guest casita features 1BR + 1BA, a living room and even a kitchenette. There's tons of storage t/o. No HOA! Seller installed 2 new AC units in 2015 (approx. $15k). With this one of a kind gem, you're not just buying a charming historical home, you're buying an urban lifestyle. Just steps from every imaginable cultural experience including the Encanto Enchanted Island Amusement Park with community pool, the world renowned Heard Museum and the Valley Metro Light Rail, which is ideal for rapid transit to downtown theaters, hotels, municipal services, the Arizona State University downtown campus, hospitals, major sports and concert venues, and even to Sky Harbor Int'l Airport. So close to great schools such as St. Mary's, Brophy College Prep, Xavier College Prep, and more. Easy access to several highways makes it easy to get around the Valley in minutes. Buyer to verify all material matters facts figures. The seller has shared that this is the best neighborhood and neighbors he has ever experienced. That it is such a nice community of people living on the street. He loves the daily walks across the street to the golf course and all the ducks and geese that reside there yearlong. He enjoys the plethora of love birds and hummingbirds that flock in the back yard. NOTE: Any items noted as UPDATED on the listing prior to the current owner's purchase date of 8/4/15 were provided to the current seller by the previous seller. Buyer to verify all material information.

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MLS# 5915641 —

The Building

Year Built:

1951
New Construction:

No
Model:

Historic Encanto
Construction Materials:

Painted, Block
Architect:

Historic
Architectural Style:

Ranch
Builder Name:

Historic
Roof:

Tile, Rolled/Hot Mop
Stories Total:

1
Basement:

false
Basement:

No
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Private Yard
Window Features:

Skylight(s)
Direction Faces:

None
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered Patio(s), Patio

Interior

Interior Features:

Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Soft Water Loop, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Double Vanity, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Tub with Jets, High Speed Internet, Granite Counters
Furnished:

None
Flooring:

Tile, Wood
Wood Flooring:

true
Library:

true
Fireplaces Total:

None
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

1 Fireplace, Family Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3015.0
Living Area Units:

None
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Financial & Terms

Possession:

By Agreement, Close Of Escrow

Location

Latitude:

33.473781
Longitude:

-112.084217
Cross Street:

Thomas Rd and 7th Ave
Near Bus Stop:

true
Near Light Rail:

true

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

111-14-079
Lot Features:

Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Alley, Corner Lot, Grass Front
Lot Size Area:

12332.0
Lot Size Acres:

0.28
Lot Size SqFt:

12,332 Sqft
Lot Size Dimensions:

None
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Land Lease:

false
View:

City Lights
Fencing:

Block
Horse:

false
Other Structures:

Guest House

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2018
Tax Annual Amount:

4038.0
Tax Lot:

11
Tax Block:

6
Tax Map Number:

14.00
Tax Book Number:

111.00
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 11 BLOCK 6 ENCANTO VISTA MCR 002847

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3.5
Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

None
Half Baths:

None
Partial Baths:

None
Three Quarter Baths:

None
Quarter Baths:

None

The Listing

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling:

true
Central Air:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

City Water
Green Energy Efficient:

Solar Panels

Schools

Elementary School:

Kenilworth Elementary School
Elementary School District:

Phoenix Elementary District
Middle Or Junior School:

Phoenix Prep Academy
High School:

Central High School
High School District:

Phoenix Union High School District

The Community

Subdivision Name:

HISTORIC ENCANTO
Senior Community:

No
Community Features:

Near Light Rail Stop, Near Bus Stop, Historic District, Golf, Playground, Biking/Walking Path
Historic District:

true
Association:

false
Association Amenities:

None
Association Fee Includes:

No Fees
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

Private
Spa Private:

true
Spa Heated:

true
Spa Features:

Above Ground, Heated, Private
Pets Allowed:

None

Parking

Parking Total:

None
Garage:

No
Garage Spaces:

1.0
Covered Spaces:

1.0
Parking Features:

RV Gate, Garage Door Opener, Detached
Open Parking Spaces:

3.0
Garage Door Opener:

true

Extra Units

Separate Guest House:

true

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Utility Costs

$256/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
8/4/15 Aug 4, 2015		ARMLS	$495,000

House Sold on 12/19/2019

$647,000

Listing provided by broker:

Kathy Gardenier

HomeSmart

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729 W Vernon Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85007