10196 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
OFF MARKET

$302,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,538 sqft

10196 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747

Rita Ranch
Est. Refi. Payment $1,850/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 31, 2003 for $139,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$303K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$3K (-1%)
Since last sale
Increased$164K (+118.1%)
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 +86% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$303K
August 2026$303K
July 2026$305K
June 2026$306K
May 2026$307K
April 2026$305K
March 2026$306K
February 2026$304K
January 2026$305K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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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
8856 S Desert Valley Way, Tucson, AZ
0.05
Single-Family Home
$190,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,318
10151 E Desert Gorge Dr, Tucson, AZ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$294,000
01/02/26
4
2
1,538
10145 E Desert Paradise Pl, Tucson, AZ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$285,000
01/15/26
3
2
1,318
10239 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$320,000
11/26/25
4
2
1,538
10206 E Desert Crossings Way, Tucson, AZ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$315,000
09/04/26
4
2
1,650
8801 S Desert Rainbow Dr, Tucson, AZ
0.11
Single-Family Home
$300,000
03/11/26
3
2
1,495
8778 S Desert Valley Way, Tucson, AZ
0.17
Single-Family Home
$288,000
11/21/25
3
2
1,318
10088 E Paseo, Tucson, AZ
0.44
Single-Family Home
$134,000
07/10/26
3
2
1,297
8685 S Desert Dove Dr, Tucson, AZ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$270,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,133
10158 E Desert Crossings Way, Tucson, AZ
0.17
Single-Family Home
$315,000
12/08/25
2
2
1,168

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
10219 E Desert Eden Pl, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.03
$368,400
4
2.5
2,010
Off Market
10208 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.02
$306,400
3
2
1,318
Off Market
8842 S Desert Valley Way, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.05
$337,500
4
2
1,538
Off Market
10185 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.03
$315,900
3
2
1,318
Off Market
10174 E Desert Paradise Pl, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.05
$333,800
4
2
1,538
Off Market
10180 E Desert Paradise Pl, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.05
$303,500
3
2
1,318
Off Market
8842 S Desert Rainbow Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.08
$279,000
4
2
1,650
Off Market
8891 S Desert Valley Way, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.10
$350,000
3
3
1,765
For Sale
10233 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.08
$331,300
4
2
1,538
Off Market
8837 S Desert Rainbow Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.11
$300,000
4
2
1,650
For Sale
10239 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.09
$320,000
4
2
1,538
Recently Sold
10145 E Desert Paradise Pl, Tucson, AZ 85747
0.09
$285,000
3
2
1,318
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr.
  • Schools3 Elementary Schools3 Middle Schools6 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2000
1,538 sqft
$197/sqft
Garage

About this House

Charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in award winning Vail School District. Walking distance to Cottonwood Elementary in quiet neighborhood. 16" Saltillo tile throughout, carpeted bedrooms. Grass backyard. All appliances included. Please contact Brian to view.
10196 E Desert Mesa Dr, Tucson, AZ 85747 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,538 sqft single-family home in Rita Ranch, built in 2000. It last sold for $139,000 on Jul 31, 2003. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2019 with an asking price of $1,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $302,900, with a rent estimate of $1,964/month.

Home Details for 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Walk In ClosetCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: StuccoLawnPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5049 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Feb 14, 2019
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,200
Jan 14, 2019
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,200
May 7, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,200
May 5, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,200

Market trends in Rita Ranch

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$353K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$183
$0MoM
Available listings
73
14MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Rita Ranch
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What Locals Say about Rita Ranch

At least 127 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 99 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say kids play outside

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 28 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 20 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • J2t55y5rdn
    "Rita Ranch is a quiet little suburb. People are friendly enough but not over bearing. Most neighborhoods facilities are maintained to the bare minimum, yards are mostly well kept, amenities are lacking in the area "
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  • Danna M. .
    "It’s a great community! Love it here. Great schools, eateries, and more. Love the local parks. The neighbors are responsible."
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  • Danna M. .
    "The Vail school district holds many activities for the community. Sporting events, dances, Fairs all are great fun!"
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  • Cynthia S.
    "Due to the heat here, we have a large group of morning risers that walk their dogs at sunrise. It’s wonderful!"
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  • Stevie V.
    "Love this neighborhood. New businesses all the time. Quiet, great neighbors. Low hoa fees. All problems handled professionally and quickly "
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  • Cynthia S.
    "The neighbors on my street are all friendly and visit with each other, or in the least, wave hello. A lot of daily bike riders, and morning strollers with dogs. Love our HOA too, they are cheap and must neighbors are compliant."
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  • Kimberlyshreve
    "School Festivals, Carnivals and Events on campuses and at the fair grounds. Community Easter Egg Hunts at Purple Heart Park. "
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  • Stevie V.
    "Quiet and growing with businesses Neighbors are friendly Low traffic. Quiet streets Well maintained "
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  • Soccerbratt98
    "Owners would appreciate keeping dogs on the leash at all times, it’s important to the people than care about their own wells Being and dogs well being as well"
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  • Cindy S.
    "We do not have community events in my neighborhood. We do have some friendly neighbors, we also have whiners that complain about noise, dogs, kid noises that really should move and leave the rest of us alone. "
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  • Steve L.
    "It’s a quiet area and people walk their dogs all the time. Plus there is a dog park at Purple Heart park in the middle of Rita Ranch "
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  • Tucsonmmc
    "We have a wonderful clean and friendly dog park and multiple veterinary offices one of which is open 7 days a week and late evenings."
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  • Tucsonmmc
    "Great when no construction is going on and it is not right when school gets out. Have lived here 25 years and love it. "
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  • Faith A.
    "Our Neighbor is nice as school is close and store is close. You can walk the loop and it’s 1.5. Close to shopping and food."
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  • Cindy S.
    "I like the feel of a small community. Good choices in grocery and other stores. Lots of restaurants. Safe neighborhoods. Air Force jets and trains make the atmosphere. Bike, walking trails. "
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  • Afluitt
    "Wonderful community, quiet and safe feeling. Nice park, grocery stores close by. Best part is the Vail school district. "
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  • Afluitt
    "The vail school district is amazing!!! This is a great community to raise kids in. Purple Heart Park is close. "
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  • Heather A. D.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for two years and love the community! Can’t wait till we have more to do and more places to eat."
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  • Tashaburr
    "the dog park and the people who go there are awesome! many people walk their dogs and it is a very dog friendly place. "
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  • Heather A. D.
    "Great for families! Skate park and pool. Hardly any crimes. Very safe! Lots of schools. Lacks restaurants."
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  • BBrionna N. R.
    "Rita Ranch is your typical suburban neighborhood. Quiet, not too much to offer but slowly growing with more restaurants and shopping."
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  • Lisa
    "Dog park nearby and lots of non busy roads and trails to walk. Lots of dogs in the area. Not a lot of barking though "
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  • D'andrea W.
    "There is a Dog park close by at Purple Heart Park. There are coyotes is the area occasionally. Many neighbors in the area have pets."
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  • Danna P.
    "It’s quiet and peaceful. Easy going neighbors for the most part. Haven’t experienced to much of crazy in this neighborhood "
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Frequently asked questions about 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr

  • What is 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr in Tucson, AZ is $302,900.
  • What is the price history for 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr?
    10196 E Desert Mesa Dr in Tucson, AZ last sold for $139,000 in July 2003.
  • Is Tucson a buyer's or seller's market?
    Tucson is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Tucson?
    The median sale price in Tucson is $353K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr?
    The lot at 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr in Tucson, AZ is about 0.12 acres (5,049 sq ft).
  • Does 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr have a garage?
    Yes, 10196 E Desert Mesa Dr in Tucson, AZ has a garage.

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