1872 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
Optimist Park SW- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,784 sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,784 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1972
Living Area
1,784 sqft
Price/Sqft
$280
Parking
Garage
About this House
This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers 1,784 sq ft of living space in Tempe, AZ. Features include tile floors, kitchen with black appliances, 2 car garage, private back patio with fully fenced in yard, and more. This home is professionally managed by FirstKey Homes. Up to three pets are allowed per home; pet fees may vary depending on market, Homeowner's Association, or local ordinances. Service animals will not incur pet fees and will be verified with documentation. Please ask about breed restrictions. Rents are subject to change at any time. Arizona residents may be subject to local taxes and processing fees. This property allows self guided viewing without an appointment. Contact for details.
1872 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,784 sqft single-family home in Optimist Park SW, built in 1972. It last sold for $314,900 on May 14, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2019 with an asking price of $2,045 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 12, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $500,300, with a rent estimate of $3,049/month.
Home Details for 1872 E Watson Dr
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Sun Room |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Composite ShingleExterior: Cement Concrete |
Pool Pool |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached, Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1972 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 7592 sqft |
Price History for 1872 E Watson Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/12/2019 | $1,995 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 06/18/2019 | $1,995 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 05/17/2019 | $2,045 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 05/14/2019 | $314,900 | Sold | ARMLS #5844217 |
| 04/24/2019 | $314,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 03/08/2019 | $314,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 02/09/2019 | $324,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 01/07/2019 | $334,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/15/2018 | $339,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 09/29/2018 | $1,925 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 08/30/2018 | $1,925 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 08/05/2015 | $1,575 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 07/21/2015 | $1,575 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 04/09/2015 | $1,525 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 04/03/2015 | $1,525 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/27/2014 | $1,550 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 09/15/2014 | $1,550 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 08/28/2014 | $1,550 | PriceChange | N/A |
| 08/15/2014 | $1,600 | Listed For Rent | N/A |
| 04/08/2014 | $1,525 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/05/2014 | $1,525 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 06/30/2008 | $170,000 | Sold | ARMLS #3002150 |
| 03/26/2008 | $235,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 10/20/2005 | $230,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/26/2001 | $132,000 | 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 | $2,358 |
| Assessment | $373,500 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1872 E Watson Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.11 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 06/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,584 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $534,000 | 03/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,971 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $320,000 | 09/23/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 06/25/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,224 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,746 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $600,000 | 10/27/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,660 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $575,000 | 05/05/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,004 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $590,000 | 02/11/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/28/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,642 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $420,000 | 02/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,564 |
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What Locals Say about Optimist Park SW
At least 12 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say streets are well-lit
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say parking is easy
95 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
94 % Say yards are well-kept
93 % Say car is needed
90 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
77 % Say it's quiet
75 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
69 % Say kids play outside
68 % Say neighbors are friendly
24 % Say there's wildlife
17 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 1872 E Watson Dr
- What is 1872 E Watson Dr estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1872 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ is $500,300.
- What is the price history for 1872 E Watson Dr?1872 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ last sold for $314,900 in May 2019.
- 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 1872 E Watson Dr have air conditioning?Yes, 1872 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
- Does 1872 E Watson Dr have a pool?Yes, 1872 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has a pool.

