1740 E FRANCISCO Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85042
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FOR SALE

$459,000

Original price: $469,900
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,920 sqft

1740 E FRANCISCO Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85042

South Mountain
Est. Mortgage $2,797/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1999
$239/sqft
2 Car Garage
HOA $35/mo

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Mountain viewsDesirable open floor planRv gateUpdated lightingFresh interior paintPrivate backyard
Major roof improvements just completed! Brand-NEW roof underlayment and roofing updates with a transferable warranty provide added peace of mind for the next owner. This updated 4-bedroom home features a desirable open floor plan, newer kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances, fresh interior paint, and updated lighting. Enjoy North/South exposure, mountain views, and a private backyard with a newly redone Pebble Sheen pool and waterfall, RV gate, raised garden bed, and extra space to relax or entertain--all backing to a wash/canal with no backyard neighbors. Ideally located minutes from South Mountain Preserve, shopping, dining, golf, Sky Harbor Airport, Downtown Phoenix, and major freeways. This is one you'll want to see in person, offering the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and convenience!

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Home is virtually staged.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Alma Marin, (602) 384-4817
HomeSmart
Source: ARMLS, MLS#7026796
Also Listed on ARMLS.
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Home Details for 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1920 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric OvenDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: InsideRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Spa: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Accessibility: Mltpl Entries/ExitsFloors: Tile
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights, Mountain(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: CoveredFencing: Block, Wrought IronHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Direct Access
Pool
Pool: Variable Speed Pump, Outdoor Pool, FencedPool
Frontage
Waterfront: WashNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 120Days on Market: 126

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1999
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, PaintedNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 30133123

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $459,000Price Per Sqft: $239
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: By Agreement

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: PhoenixCommunity: VISTA PORTICA
School Information
Elementary School: Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary SchoolElementary School District: Roosevelt Elementary DistrictJr High / Middle School: Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary SchoolHigh School: South Mountain High SchoolHigh School District: Phoenix Union High School District

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 7026796

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1920 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Near Bus Stop, Biking/Walking Path

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance GroundsHOA Name: Vista PorticaHOA Phone: 623-241-7373Has an HOAHOA Fee: $105/Quarterly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7150 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, FannieMae (HomePath), Conventional, 1031 Exchange, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 7026796

Additional Information

Near Bus StopBiking/Walking Path

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

South Mountain
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Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about South Mountain

At least 811 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Rnewme87
    "Like having a designated dog park for my pooch Kiera to get out and have exercise and meet other dogs."
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  • Sharon Poole
    "Crime rates school districts neighborhood activists and activities stores safety. Property qualities "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live in the neighborhood throughout my childhood the neighbors are very friendly and always look out for each other"
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is growing at a fast rate and now has many family distractions around parks recreations and other family fun places around. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Most neighbors own dogs and it’s an easy way to socialize with neighbors. Our association provides small trash cans and bags scattered throughout the community so it’s easy to keep tidy and most people do. "
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  • Trulia User
    "South Mountain has a bad reputation, but the 2 years that I've been here says otherwise. I love this neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "congested, live right off Baseline and there is traffic a lot of the time. car accidents happen often."
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  • Trulia User
    "plenty of shady off-sidewalk places for dogs. it's Phoenix so it is hot and the pavement and sidewalks do get very hot 🔥 "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve always lived around South Mountain my whole life. My parent would always move around a lot here & there when I was little"
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  • Trulia User
    "None that’s I will go too there none special at all I’m not at but church yes I enjoy the church I visit "
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  • Trulia User
    "Super friendly people in a lovely quiet corner of the city - seems very suburban. Convenient to everything!"
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  • Trulia User
    "majority of people have dogs able to walk them at park good clean areas lots of space to run in multiple parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are good schools and great restaurants. Nice parks to go fishing and new communities, also big supermarkets"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dogs are lose and alone sometimes is dangerous. It’s not pet friendly because big dogs can be just walking around alone "
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  • Trulia User
    "Some people walking their dogs I feel safe and watched over neighbors. Would be nice to have more doggy parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "is very family oriented and friendly neighborhood with a lot of different store in the area and public transportation"
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  • Trulia User
    "We’re in a gated community, but the community is small and makes sidewalks hard to walk with dogs when other neighbors are out doing the same. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice area lived here my whole life.A lot of kids that like to play with mine. Good people that care for each other "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lived here for over 8 years, Great neighborhood and very close to hiking trails, airport, and shopping "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s not safe after night falls you have homeless people lurking the streets and crack heads very dangerous "
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  • Trulia User
    "Baseline has high traffic from the avenues to the I-10 but commute is 12 mins to airport diverse area with all ages"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love the open walks by the canal and the friendly individuals. South mountain trails are very close and breathtaking. "
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  • Singhsanjayk001
    "Awesome Friendly Close to downtown Inexpensive Freeways and neighborhood Great place to call home"
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  • Hannah G.
    "Gated communities are kid friendly, but the surrounding areas are something to watch out for. The area is definitely up and coming though."
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  • Alexis
    "I live in a nice friendly neighborhood where everyone communicates n knows each other everyone is either related or friends ."
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  • U2hilary
    "Mountain View’s great! Friendly neighbors, quiet neighborhood. Close to so many things including the airport If you travel often. "
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  • Andi S.
    "I drive everywhere. but it is just short jaunts. 5 min away from every freeway. this area is constantly improving and opening up more areas for vma variety of shopping. plus there's some open to the public farms near by. fresh eggs, milk and produce. "
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  • Bukky R.
    "Beautiful views and proximity to downtown is superb. Most homes and shopping are new. People are friendly and down to earth. "
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  • Sunny B.
    "Great schools, family friendly neighborhoods with lots of parks. Emergency room nearby. Sports complex for youth activities "
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  • At_rice44
    "I’ve live in this neighborhood for 17 years and have enjoyed my neighbors. Being a home owner is the greatest reward "
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  • Xavieralexzander
    "Good community for an adult family. Not very motivating for the advancing youth. Quiet noisy with cars and sirens but people are distant and friendly. And about every other house house pit bulls lol. "
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  • E.S.
    "There’s a bus stop on the corner but I have a car. The light rail is extending to south Phoenix soon though."
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  • Tammy L.
    "I can’t wait to get out of here! Crime has increased exponentially in the past 5 years! Gun shots heard nightly & every weekend there at least one helicopter flying in circles with spot light. Not to mention, the HOA doesn’t keep anything up- even the neighborhood park is trashed!"
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  • Marydesamais42
    "We typically do not have community events. I’ve lived here for over 18 years and I never went to a community event "
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  • Martinezkevin92
    "It’s a peaceful area. A lot of misconception regarding “south side” I love it here, I love the mountains"
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  • Nestor M.
    "Nothing. This a poor weak neighborhood. Everyone here either keeps to themselves or are very loud. If you want fun just go downtown."
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  • Whtaylor
    "All of the neighborhood cats!!! It’s like a convention...oh and they regularly use my yard as their personal litter box,"
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  • Shywanda B.
    "The main streets would be less congested, if there were three lanes. And no, pet owners do not curb their dogs."
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  • Barbaraascencio
    "We have events at El Prado park and Cesar Chavez Park that make the area special as well as yard sales and other events."
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  • Jose A. S.
    "public pools, close convenient stores, good schools, but alot of pedifiles, but neighbors mind there own business "
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Market trends in South Mountain

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$377K
$3KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$241
$2MoM
Available listings
374

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$458K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+1.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$29K (-5.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$323K (+239%)
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 +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$458K
August 2026$453K
July 2026$464K
June 2026$466K
May 2026$469K
April 2026$513K
March 2026$512K
February 2026$508K
January 2026$496K
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
1648 E DESERT Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.13
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$448,500
02/18/26
4
2
1,977
1704 E BEVERLY Road, Phoenix, AZ
0.10
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$490,000
10/31/25
4
2
1,785
1812 E BEAUTIFUL Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.21
Single-Family Home
$459,900
03/27/26
4
2
2,169
1717 E BEAUTIFUL Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.15
Single-Family Home
$450,000
05/28/26
3
2
1,785
1716 E CALDWELL Street, Phoenix, AZ
0.24
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$325,000
03/12/26
4
2
1,959
1743 E BRANHAM Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.21
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$535,000
09/18/26
4
2
1,785
1709 E Beverly Road, Phoenix, AZ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$442,700
02/05/26
3
2.5
2,093
1704 E SOUTH MOUNTAIN Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.19
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/29/26
4
2
1,920
1527 E GARY Way, Phoenix, AZ
0.24
Single-Family Home
$515,000
06/30/26
4
2
1,998

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
1734 E DESERT Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.06
$400,000
3
2
1,420
Off Market
1708 E FRANCISCO Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.09
$422,500
4
2
1,920
Off Market
1709 E Beverly Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.08
$442,700
3
2.5
2,093
Recently Sold
1712 E Beverly Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.09
$484,400
4
2
1,785
Off Market
1704 E BEVERLY Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.10
$483,600
4
2
1,785
Off Market
1828 E DESERT Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.10
$514,200
3
2
2,252
Off Market
8225 S 18TH Street, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.13
$389,700
3
2
1,309
Off Market
1804 E BEVERLY Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.09
$466,400
4
2
2,130
Off Market
1648 E DESERT Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.13
$448,500
4
2
1,977
Recently Sold
1836 E DESERT Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.12
$575,000
4
3
2,685
Recently Sold
1841 E GARY Way, Phoenix, AZ 85042
0.13
$504,200
3
2
2,259
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 5, 2026
Source: ARMLS #7026796
PriceChange
$459,000
Price decreased by 2%
May 21, 2026
Source: ARMLS #7026796
Listed For Sale
$469,900
Oct 6, 2010
Source: ARMLS #4400635
Sold
$135,000
Jun 18, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$135,000
Price decreased by 4%
Jun 5, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$139,900

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Agent Phone: (602) 384-4817

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Frequently asked questions about 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive?
    Based on a $459,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive in Phoenix, AZ is approximately $2,822 (about $2,590 principal & interest, $157 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive compare to homes in Phoenix?
    1740 E FRANCISCO Drive in Phoenix, AZ is listed at $459,000, about 22% above the $377K median sale price in Phoenix.
  • What do residents say about the South Mountain neighborhood?
    Residents describe the South Mountain neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. See homes for sale in South Mountain, Phoenix.
  • What are the closest schools to 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive?
    The closest schools to 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive in Phoenix, AZ are Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 5/10), South Mountain High School (rated 2/10).
  • Does 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive in Phoenix, AZ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive have a pool?
    Yes, 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive in Phoenix, AZ has a pool.
1740 E FRANCISCO Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85042 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,920 sqft single-family home built in 1999. 1740 E FRANCISCO Drive is located in South Mountain, Phoenix. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by ARMLS on May 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 7026796.