1231 E Spence Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
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OFF MARKET

1231 E Spence Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

Jen Tilly Terrace
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 720 sqft

$274,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,579/mo*
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$274,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,579/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
720 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
720 sqft
Price/Sqft
$382
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1231 E Spence Ave, Tempe, AZ. 1231 E Spence Ave is in the Jen Tilly Terrace neighborhood in Tempe, AZ and in ZIP code 85281. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 720 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7200 sqft and was built in 1940.
1231 E Spence Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 720 sqft single-family home in Jen Tilly Terrace, built in 1940. It last sold for $110,000 on Jun 23, 2006. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $274,800, with a rent estimate of $1,543/month.

Home Details for 1231 E Spence Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Electric
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Family Room, Pantry, WorkshopCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: WoodGardenPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7200 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 1231 E Spence Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
09/08/2015$20,000ListingRemovedN/A
09/08/2015$20,000PriceChange
N/A
07/15/2015$289,000PriceChange
N/A
07/03/2015$269,000PriceChange
N/A
06/19/2015$289,000Listed For SaleN/A
02/04/2015$269,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/27/2014$269,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/29/2014$259,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/23/2006$110,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Tempe

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$463K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$291
$2MoM
Available listings
550
13MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$504
Assessment$220,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1231 E Spence Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1300 E Don Carlos Ave, Tempe, AZ
0.37
Single-Family Home
$305,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,334
1348 E LEMON Street, Tempe, AZ
0.38
Single-Family Home
$449,000
12/23/25
3
2
1,300
1426 E WILLIAMS Street, Tempe, AZ
0.20
Single-Family Home
$447,600
06/29/26
4
2
1,544
1480 S RITA Lane, Tempe, AZ
0.22
Single-Family Home
$224,575
07/31/26
1
1
637
1497 S RITA Lane, Tempe, AZ
0.20
Single-Family Home
$240,000
01/29/26
1
1
600
1491 S RITA Lane, Tempe, AZ
0.21
Single-Family Home
$235,000
04/08/26
1
1
637
1235 E Spence Ave, Tempe, AZ
0.01
Single-Family Home
$240,000
11/07/25
2
945
1470 S Rita Lane, Tempe, AZ
0.22
Single-Family Home
$248,000
10/30/25
1
1
600
1006 S UNA Avenue, Tempe, AZ
0.50
Single-Family Home
$480,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,290
1318 S CEDAR Street, Tempe, AZ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$565,000
10/03/25
4
2
2,374

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Jen Tilly Terrace

  • Glqkardinal
    "As someone who owns a dog there are plenty of paths to walk your dog on. I do however warn against letting your dog sniff around in abandoned lots because there are lots of ticks in the weeds."
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  • Eric M. R.
    "close to asu and businesses, cute little side neighborhood, lots of friendly people, close to light rail"
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  • Mike
    "A lot of restaurants, grocery, hardware, transportation hubs, and 5 minute walk to ASU. Surrounding homes are mostly owner occupied and it's fairly quiet and people take care of their lots. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1231 E Spence Ave

  • What is 1231 E Spence Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1231 E Spence Ave in Tempe, AZ is $274,800.
  • What is the price history for 1231 E Spence Ave?
    1231 E Spence Ave in Tempe, AZ last sold for $110,000 in June 2006.
  • Is Tempe a buyer's or seller's market?
    Tempe is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Tempe?
    The median sale price in Tempe is $463K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1231 E Spence Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1231 E Spence Ave in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1231 E Spence Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1231 E Spence Ave in Tempe, AZ has in-unit laundry.