1056 E Carter Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282
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OFF MARKET

$609,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 1, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,293 sqft

1056 E Carter Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
2,293 sqft
$266/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Private poolPrivate resurfaced poolUpdated pool equipmentElectric fireplaceClean contemporary feel throughoutModern lighting
Beautifully renovated and furnished 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Tempe Gardens rental home featuring two large master suites and no HOA, located within about 10 15 minutes of ASU, Downtown Tempe, Downtown Scottsdale, and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, and approximately 20 minutes from Downtown Phoenix.

This move-in-ready furnished home offers a modern open-concept layout with a stylish kitchen, cozy limewashed fireplace with electric insert, spacious living area, private pool, upgraded backyard, and finished garage. The kitchen features brand-new smart stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, a large island with bar seating, quartz-style countertops, black hardware, modern pendant lighting, a wall-mounted pot filler, and a sleek backsplash.

The home has been thoughtfully updated with fresh interior and exterior paint, modern lighting, designer limewashed and slatted wood accent walls, updated fixtures, upgraded bathrooms with double vanities and glass shower doors, and a clean contemporary feel throughout. The living room features a modern black limewashed accent wall with a mounted movable TV and electric fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The large laundry room includes a brand-new smart washer and dryer. The home also features a newer A/C and select smart appliances and features controllable via phone, dual-pane windows, shade screens, new fixtures, and some ceiling fans with remote controls.

Enjoy Arizona living with a private resurfaced pool, updated pool equipment, and a low-maintenance backyard with turf, pavers, outdoor BBQ, and a 6-seat outdoor patio dining set, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The garage has also been refreshed with new paint and epoxy flooring.

Move-in ready schedule a showing today.
Note: The home will be left furnished with recently purchased furniture and decor throughout, including decorative artwork, pictures, and modern accent decor in various rooms. The living room includes a large Ashley couch, Ashley coffee table, mounted movable TV, large black decorative floor vase, and indoor plants. The dining/kitchen area includes a modern dining table with chairs, island bar chairs, black accent storage cabinet, round wall mirror, modern statement lighting, and leather/bronze accent bench. The bedrooms include two modern Ashley platform bed frames with mattresses, two work desks with chairs, a wall-mounted headboard/nightstand setup, white shelving/storage unit, and bedroom lighting/decor. The primary suite features a modern limewashed accent wall, large walk-in closet, and attached bathroom with walk-in shower. The outdoor area includes an outdoor BBQ and 6-chair patio dining set.
1056 E Carter Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,293 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $555,000 on Jan 17, 2023 (12,807% above the $4,300 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2026 with an asking price of $4,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 2, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $609,100, with a rent estimate of $3,338/month.

Home Details for 1056 E Carter Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central Air, Wall Unit, Window UnitHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1056 E Carter Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1066 E CARSON Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.06
Single-Family Home
$540,000
07/15/26
4
3
2,264 sqft
4526 S Terrace Rd, Tempe, AZ
0.06
Single-Family Home
$525,000
03/17/26
4
2
1,732 sqft
1098 E FREMONT Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$668,000
03/10/26
6
3
2,298 sqft
1261 E RIVIERA Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.28
Single-Family Home
$685,000
12/19/25
4
3
2,000 sqft
4414 S TERRACE Road, Tempe, AZ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$679,000
05/22/26
3
2
2,057 sqft
4509 S KENNETH Place, Tempe, AZ
0.24
Single-Family Home
$575,000
11/04/25
4
2
1,980 sqft
1106 E FREMONT Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.16
Single-Family Home
$560,000
08/31/26
3
2
1,688 sqft
4625 S RITA Lane, Tempe, AZ
0.07
Single-Family Home
$410,000
07/02/26
4
2
1,666 sqft
928 E LA JOLLA Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.46
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/23/26
4
2.5
2,312 sqft
1281 E Hermosa Dr, Tempe, AZ
0.35
Single-Family Home
$600,000
01/02/26
6
3
2,400 sqft

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What Locals Say about Tempe

At least 1318 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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    "Have a car and traffic on the freeways is very heavy"
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  • Jdimmel
    "Easy to get onto major freeways if you work downtown"
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  • Cainiac
    "Tempe is a very large area. Even a zip code like 85281 can vary. I live in the ASU area near 1st and University. Walkable to Whole-foods and many restaurants. Tempe Beach is like an oasis. "
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  • Karen Orton
    "Its walkable, nice park around the corner, houses are well maintained and there is no HOA. "
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  • Louise Marin
    "Great walking areas. Dog play areas in the surrounding parks. Well lit areas for evening activities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You should Still be watching your kids outside even if if seems safe. Live in “nice” “gated and secured” apartments and still many crimes occur in a short amount of time. "
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  • Patrice Trotter
    "I’ve lived in this area for 9 months, it’s been quiet and friendly. With easy access for parking and convenient access to laundry and well maintained facilities."
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  • Rs70asn
    "Many families. Great parks and greenbelts. Friendly. Stores and restaurants nearby. Great schools nearby"
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  • Thomas Burke
    "I live in this neighborhood, but you never see your neighbors and everyone in the backyard. All the walls are black wall walls. It’s not like back east where you see your neighbors and people sit on their front porches."
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  • Thomas Burke
    "I really don’t know my neighbors. Everybody keeps themselves and I’ve lived here a year. There is nice places to walk I do feel safe in this neighborhood and everything we could want is within driving distance "
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  • Emely Zambrano
    "Nice neighbors and it’s close to a lot of great restaurants and stores. Tempe is in the middle of everything. It’s a great location close enough to ASU but not close enough to be part of a college town. "
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  • Rachel Belcher
    "The parks hold a lot art events that bring the neighborhood together. Very family/friendly oriented. "
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  • Miguel L
    "Tempe is like dog heaven. Every corner you turn you’ll see someone walking their dog. There are also tons of waste bags located around the area I live in and at the lake. "
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  • Destiny Garcia
    "Park events and church events they seem like fun haven’t been to one yet but the neighborhood seems kind"
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  • Hfbbhb7s4b
    "Not that bad. Can take major roads or freeway to Phoenix downtown, or light rail. It’s possible to use public transportation to light rail, as well as to city hall, ASU, Tempe Marketplace. Commute is usually-22 minutes. "
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  • Manuel Rodriguez
    "great parks and nice families. there is lovely houses near the neighborhood and lots of markets and stores and parks and water parks "
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  • Alejandro Martinez
    "I live right next to Southern and it is one of the most congested streets in Tempe. it’s so noisy sometimes at night with cars revving their engines in the middle of the night for no reason whatsoever. "
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  • Aj.martinez2000
    "Dog owners have access to a dog park as long as they have all forms and registrations completed and up to date. "
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  • Julie
    "Dog park nearby and friendly folks at the park. Some unhoused people at the park at times but generally pleasant."
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  • Nancy Benitez
    "All dog owners like about this area because theirs a trail to walk the dogs and all the apartments are dog friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes most definitely but watch of rattlesnake during the summer months. But the community is kind and well organized "
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  • Trulia User
    "great scenic views and a variety of trees, flora, and rock formations in a private neighborhood.love the outdoors and local restaurants and fresh produce markets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great community. A lot of friendly neighbors walking their dog. Never had an issue with someone’s dog."
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  • Trulia User
    "People don't know how to control their dogs sometimes. There are a lot of people who get very upset seeing dogs being walked on 110+ degree pavement."
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  • Trulia User
    "don't live here. but it's great when I visit. I live 10 minutes from my office never had an issue "
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  • Trulia User
    "The Tempe Orbit comes through the neighborhood often but I just drive my personal car. There seems to be some bus stops nearby as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is safe and fairly quiet, downside would be number of rental homes. I have lived in the area 49 years."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the neighborhood for its safe walking trails. I can take a walk at any time of day or evening and it always feels safe. There are plenty of lights and always someone out walking their dogs. I love that it’s kid friendly and all the properties are well maintained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s close to the high school, you can hear the high school band on football game nights, it’s cute."
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  • Trulia User
    "I use an electric car and occasionally the light rail to get to work and other places. but I do see public transportation all the time "
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  • Trulia User
    "People speed down these streets even with the speed bumps and the curb parking makes visibility a challenge. "
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  • Trulia User
    "this neighborhood has an amazing elementary school and community center..the community here is very quiet and nice "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for several years and have never experienced any issues. Sure you have some bad seeds but that’s everywhere you go. But everyone is friendly and kids are out playing. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A short pleasant trip with many interesting sights and places to shop and or visit. Including many Restaurants and the Tempe Library on the way"
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    "We help each other. Raised our kids together. This neighborhood seems to understand it takes a village. and we have each other's backs in a crisis. it neighborhood is also culturally diverse. and our neighborhood has all afe ranges living it. We are near ASU and downtown Tempe, which is very charming. "
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  • Nicole B.
    "Events in the park; movies, live music, food trucks, b2b events, dog runs and other parade or charity fundraisers "
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  • Amymc.clubtattoo
    "No special events that I know of. I live in a nice, friendly, safe neighborhood that is very dog friendly. Lots of parks. Tempe is just a nice place to live. 😀"
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  • Victorya V.
    "The events that are held at Kiwanis park , like movie night or the new water park. I have enjoyed living in Tempe"
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  • Iceman8593
    "Great place for young people. Right by asu and Scottsdale makes for awesome living. Being young here makes you want to achieve more and flourish just by your surroundings. "
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  • Kelly W.
    "I like all the festivals at Tempe Beach Park. I also enjoy that I can walk practically anywhere. Tempe does a great job at celebrating holidays."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 2, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,300
Apr 27, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,300
Jan 23, 2024
Source: ARMLS #6441447
ListingRemoved
$560,500
Aug 15, 2023
Source: ARMLS #6441447
ListingRemoved
$560,500
Jan 17, 2023
Source: ARMLS #6484320
Sold
$555,000

Frequently asked questions about 1056 E Carter Dr

  • What is 1056 E Carter Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1056 E Carter Dr in Tempe, AZ is $609,100.
  • What is the price history for 1056 E Carter Dr?
    1056 E Carter Dr in Tempe, AZ last sold for $555,000 in January 2023.
  • Is Tempe a buyer's or seller's market?
    Tempe is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Tempe?
    The median sale price in Tempe is $461K. That is down $1.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1056 E Carter Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1056 E Carter Dr in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1056 E Carter Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 1056 E Carter Dr in Tempe, AZ has a pool.

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