1009 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ 85208
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OFF MARKET

$408,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,474 sqft

1009 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ 85208

Fountain of the Sun
Est. Refi. Payment $2,337/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 8, 2023 for $407,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$409K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+0.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +138% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$409K
August 2026$408K
July 2026$407K
June 2026$410K
May 2026$412K
April 2026$414K
March 2026$415K
February 2026$414K
January 2026$416K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
932 S 79TH Way, Mesa, AZ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$348,000
09/05/25
3
2
1,474
1006 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ
0.03
Single-Family Home
$334,000
12/05/25
2
2
1,359
1028 S 78TH Street, Mesa, AZ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$396,500
12/15/25
2
1.5
1,294
940 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ
0.05
Single-Family Home
$415,000
07/29/26
2
2
1,570
1143 S FIREFLY Avenue, Mesa, AZ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$440,000
11/21/25
2
2
1,552
1034 S 81ST Street, Mesa, AZ
0.28
Single-Family Home
$340,000
06/18/26
3
2
1,474
905 S 78th Street, Mesa, AZ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$430,000
12/22/25
2
2
1,513
909 S 78TH Street, Mesa, AZ
0.11
Single-Family Home
$440,000
03/09/26
2
2
1,540
922 S 79TH Way, Mesa, AZ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$340,000
03/24/26
2
2
1,554
926 S 79TH Way, Mesa, AZ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$305,000
04/14/26
2
2
1,474

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1026 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.04
$429,800
3
2
1,824
Off Market
1006 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.03
$334,000
2
2
1,359
Recently Sold
940 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.05
$415,000
2
2
1,570
Recently Sold
1028 S 78TH Street, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.09
$396,500
2
1.5
1,294
Recently Sold
1056 S 79TH Street, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.07
$452,900
3
2
2,000
Off Market
1131 S FIREFLY Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.11
$317,400
2
2
1,284
Off Market
957 S 79TH Street, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.07
$381,900
2
2
2,175
Off Market
936 S 79TH Way, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.08
$353,100
2
2
1,400
Off Market
1139 S 79TH Street, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.13
$363,200
2
2
1,291
Off Market
1143 S FIREFLY Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.14
$440,000
2
2
1,552
Recently Sold
1061 S PALO VERDE Street, Mesa, AZ 85208
0.14
$348,100
4
2
1,717
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1981
Living Area
1,474 sqft
Price/Sqft
$277
Parking
Garage
HOA
$104/Monthly

About this House

Welcome Home! This is a nicely remodeled, corner lot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Updated kitchen(2017) with island, new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, wood like tile floors(2023) in the main areas and laminate wood floors in the bedrooms. New roof(2019) and vinyl dual pane windows. Partially furnished. Convenient to the US 60 and Red Mountain freeways, close to the Mesa Gateway Airport, Sky Harbor, and Costco! If shopping & dining out is your thing...Superstition Springs & San Tan Mall are a short drive away. Enjoy the Country Club & Golf Community offering a lake, golf course, and post office. Lots of planned activities, pickleball, Bocce Ball, Fitness, billiards, library, horseshoes, arts & crafts, card room, shuffleboard, and more! Birdie's restaurant is open daily!
1009 S 78TH Place, Mesa, AZ 85208 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,474 sqft single-family home in Fountain of the Sun, built in 1981. It last sold for $407,000 on Sep 8, 2023 (4% above the $390,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $408,600, with a rent estimate of $2,183/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Mary Newton, (480) 861-4338
Keller Williams Integrity First Realty
Bought with: Kimberly Kovar, (503) 803-0962, HomeSmart
Source: ARMLS, MLS#6589448
All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS.

Home Details for 1009 S 78TH Place

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1474 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Water PurifierDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: InsideRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Programmable ThmstatHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Spa: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Low Emissivity Windows, Double Pane Windows, Vinyl FrameFlooring: Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Accessibility: Bath Grab BarsFloors: Laminate, Tile
Security
Security: Security Guard

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Covered, PatioFencing: NoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Door Opener,Attch'd Gar Cabinets,Permit Required
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: City Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 30

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1981
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Painted, Slump BlockNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 21867322

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $390,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Sep 09 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: MesaCommunity: FOUNTAIN OF THE SUN
School Information
Elementary School: AdultElementary School District: Mesa Unified DistrictJr High / Middle School: AdultHigh School: AdultHigh School District: Mesa Unified District

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1474 Square Feet
Community rooms
Fitness Center

Community

Community Features: Pool, Golf, Pickleball, Gated, Community Spa, Community Spa Htd, Community Media Room, Guarded Entry, Fitness CenterIs a Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance GroundsHOA Name: FOSAHOA Phone: 480-984-1434Has an HOAHOA Fee: $311/Quarterly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9738 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Age Restricted (See Remarks)

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 6589448

Additional Information

PoolGolfPickleballGatedCommunity SpaCommunity Spa HtdCommunity Media RoomGuarded Entry

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 8, 2023
Source: ARMLS #6589448
Sold
$407,000
Aug 10, 2023
Source: ARMLS #6589448
Listed For Sale
$390,000
Nov 7, 2014
Source: ARMLS #5182214
Sold
$149,500
Oct 8, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$152,000

Market trends in Mesa

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$427K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$256
$1MoM
Available listings
1850
54MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Fountain of the Sun
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What Locals Say about Fountain of the Sun

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 86 % Say there's wildlife

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 20 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 14 % Say there are community events

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  • Dunlapc41
    "It’s a nice place to live in. The homes are kept neat and clean. No junk on carports. People show pride of their Property."
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  • Psychiceye01
    "I LIVE IN FOUNTAIN OF SUN. VERY SAFE AND QUIET AND FRIENDLY. GREAT PLACE TO RETIRE! LOTS OF ACTIVITY IF YOU WANT IT. GOLF COMMUNITY, ARTS, CRAFTS, BINGO, CARDS, GAMES, SHOWS, CHURCH, POST OFFICE ON SITE. SO MANY ACTIVITIES YOU CANT BELIEVE IT. AFFORDABLE HOMES, GREAT NEIGHBORS."
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  • bng4Lord
    "This is a wonderful place to retire! Lots of classes, activities, clubhouse/rec. ctr, heated pool w/lap area, heated spa, exercise facilities, billiard rooms. Monthly pancake breakfasts, weekly Bingo games, dances, Little Theatre shows, cafe, P.O, well-run, and friendly community. Low HOA fees. Great place to live!! "
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  • Jlindsey
    "I own a home in the FOS neighborhood. It is a gated community with an Home Owners Association, Golf Course and frequent planned activities. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1009 S 78TH Place

  • What is 1009 S 78TH Place estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1009 S 78TH Place in Mesa, AZ is $408,600.
  • What is the price history for 1009 S 78TH Place?
    1009 S 78TH Place in Mesa, AZ last sold for $407,000 in September 2023.
  • Is Mesa a buyer's or seller's market?
    Mesa is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Mesa?
    The median sale price in Mesa is $427K. That is down $3.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1009 S 78TH Place have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1009 S 78TH Place in Mesa, AZ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1009 S 78TH Place have a pool?
    Yes, 1009 S 78TH Place in Mesa, AZ has a pool.

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