1261 E RIVIERA Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
Cyprus Southwest- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,000 sqft
$685,000
Last Sold: Dec 19, 2025
2% below list $698K
$343/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,823/mo*
$685,000
Last Sold: Dec 19, 2025
2% below list $698K
$343/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,823/mo*
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,000 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1965
Living Area
2,000 sqft
Price/Sqft
$343/sqft
Parking
Garage
About this House
Step into a reimagined 1965 classic treasure at 1261 E Riviera Dr, where vintage charm meets 2025 sophistication in a flawless upscale renovation. This single-story sanctuary boasts a clever split floor plan with a true master suite—ideal for families, multi-gen living, investors, or savvy ASU student house-hackers. Whisper ''wow'' at every turn: Gleaming luxury flooring flows underfoot, while all-new appliances—including a chef's gas range and RO lines to the sink and fridge—spark joy in the gourmet kitchen. Custom cabinets glow with accent lighting, framing granite islands perfect for midnight feasts or morning brews. Fresh AC hums quietly, dual-pane windows and doors seal in serenity, and outside, redesigned front-and-back landscaping thrives via auto-irrigation, creating a low-maintenance desert oasis. Gearheads rejoice: The attached 2-car garage shines with epoxy flooring and an EV charger station. Minutes from US 60 and 101, this move-in-ready marvel isn't just a home; it's a smart investment with high-demand location allure in Tempe's buzzing market. Don't let this rare gem slip away!
1261 E RIVIERA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,000 sqft single-family home in Cyprus Southwest, built in 1965. It last sold for $685,000 on Dec 19, 2025 (2% below the $698,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $685,700, with a rent estimate of $3,175/month.
Home Details for 1261 E RIVIERA Drive
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2000 Square Feet |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Electric,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric |
Fireplace & Spa Spa: None |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl FrameFlooring: Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Floors: Vinyl |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Covered, PatioFencing: Block |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,Attch'd Gar Cabinets,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s) |
Frontage Responsible for Road Maintenance: City Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 83 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1965 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Stucco, Painted, BlockNot Attached Property |
Property Information Parcel Number: 13354443 |
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Price List Price: $698,000Price Per Sqft: $343/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Nov 21 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: TempeCommunity: CYPRUS EAST UNIT 2 |
School Information Elementary School: Joseph P. Spracale Elementary SchoolElementary School District: Tempe School DistrictJr High / Middle School: Connolly Middle SchoolHigh School: McClintock High SchoolHigh School District: Tempe Union High School District |
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Building Area Building Area: 2000 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee Includes: No FeesNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 8220 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Owner/Agent |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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Mls Number: 6900666 |
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Brandie Michelle Freese, (602) 616-9881
AZ Marketplace Realty
Bought with: Heather Openshaw, (480) 462-5939, Keller Williams Integrity First
Co-Buyer's Agent: Ronald Pfaff, (480) 516-7833, Keller Williams Integrity First
Source: ARMLS, MLS#6900666

All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS.
Price History for 1261 E RIVIERA Drive
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 12/19/2025 | $685,000 | Sold | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 11/21/2025 | $698,000 | Pending | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 11/07/2025 | $698,000 | PendingToActive | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 10/31/2025 | $698,000 | Pending | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 10/17/2025 | $698,000 | PriceChange | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 09/19/2025 | $699,000 | PriceChange | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 08/23/2025 | $729,000 | Listed For Sale | ARMLS #6900666 |
| 05/07/2025 | $365,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 10/19/2004 | $204,000 | Sold | ARMLS #2195322 |
| 08/13/1999 | $133,500 | Sold | N/A |
| 05/21/1999 | $105,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Tempe
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$463K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$291
$2MoM
Available listings
550
13MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $2,022 |
| Assessment | $391,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1261 E RIVIERA Drive
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.26 | Single-Family Home | $540,000 | 07/15/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,264 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $699,995 | 12/18/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,052 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $575,000 | 11/04/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,980 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $585,000 | 05/11/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,576 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $490,000 | 04/23/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,580 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $679,000 | 05/22/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,057 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $547,000 | 02/25/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,345 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $652,500 | 09/10/25 | 4 | 4 | 2,380 | |
0.41 | Single-Family Home | $698,000 | 11/17/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,223 |
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Frequently asked questions about 1261 E RIVIERA Drive
- What is 1261 E RIVIERA Drive estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1261 E RIVIERA Drive in Tempe, AZ is $685,700.
- What is the price history for 1261 E RIVIERA Drive?1261 E RIVIERA Drive in Tempe, AZ last sold for $685,000 in December 2025.
- 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 1261 E RIVIERA Drive have air conditioning?Yes, 1261 E RIVIERA Drive in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 1261 E RIVIERA Drive?The lot at 1261 E RIVIERA Drive in Tempe, AZ is about 0.19 acres (8,220 sq ft).


