1873 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283
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OFF MARKET

1873 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283

Optimist Park SW
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,746 sqft

$529,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,981/mo*
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$529,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,981/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,746 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$530K
Since last month
Decreased$6K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-0.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$294K (+125.2%)
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 +92% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$529K
July 2026$528K
June 2026$535K
May 2026$531K
April 2026$534K
March 2026$531K
February 2026$526K
January 2026$517K
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
1834 E LA DONNA Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.07
Single-Family Home
$300,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,224
1845 E LA DONNA Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.07
Single-Family Home
$600,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,660
1893 E SESAME Street, Tempe, AZ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$450,000
06/02/26
4
2
1,584
1849 E Watson Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$534,000
03/02/26
4
2
1,971
5845 S KENWOOD Lane, Tempe, AZ
0.27
Single-Family Home
$420,000
02/27/26
3
2
1,564
1867 E CORNELL Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.24
Single-Family Home
$320,000
09/23/25
4
2
2,208
1713 E WESTCHESTER Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.30
Single-Family Home
$499,990
08/25/25
3
2
1,703
1915 E GEMINI Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.20
Single-Family Home
$480,000
05/29/26
4
2
1,746
1875 E PEGASUS Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.33
Single-Family Home
$465,000
11/12/25
3
2
1,581
1605 E Candlestick Dr, Tempe, AZ
0.41
Single-Family Home
$223,100
10/10/25
3
2
1,707

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
1834 E LA DONNA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.07
$300,000
3
2
1,224
Recently Sold
1849 E Watson Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.08
$534,000
4
2
1,971
Recently Sold
1845 E LA DONNA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.07
$600,000
3
2
1,660
Recently Sold
1868 E LA DONNA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.05
$690,800
4
2
2,400
Off Market
1854 E MAGDALENA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.10
$633,800
4
2
2,076
Off Market
1854 E JULIE Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.10
$574,500
4
2
2,500
Off Market
1893 E SESAME Street, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.13
$450,000
4
2
1,584
Recently Sold
1845 E JULIE Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.14
$599,900
4
3
2,212
For Sale
1890 E SESAME Street, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.15
$603,100
4
2
1,691
Off Market
1897 E JULIE Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.13
$656,500
4
3
2,195
Off Market
1802 E LA DONNA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.18
$683,800
4
2
2,301
Off Market
1894 E SESAME Street, Tempe, AZ 85283
0.16
$739,100
4
4
2,952
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1973
Living Area
1,746 sqft
Price/Sqft
$303
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1873 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ. 1873 E Watson Dr is in the Optimist Park SW neighborhood in Tempe, AZ and in ZIP code 85283. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,746 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 9583 sqft and was built in 1973.
1873 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,746 sqft single-family home in Optimist Park SW, built in 1973. It last sold for $235,000 on Jan 27, 2014. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2023 with an asking price of $2,495 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 25, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $529,600, with a rent estimate of $2,495/month.

Home Details for 1873 E Watson Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: HardwoodGated Entry
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family RoomCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: StuccoPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973Year Updated: 2013
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 25, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Nov 9, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,250
Price decreased by 7%
Sep 28, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,425
Price decreased by 3%
Aug 30, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,495
Aug 12, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
ListingRemoved

Market trends in Tempe

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$463K
$1.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$289
$3MoM
Available listings
571
21MoM
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Neighborhood Overview

Optimist Park SW
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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

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Frequently asked questions about 1873 E Watson Dr

  • What is 1873 E Watson Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1873 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ is $529,600.
  • What is the price history for 1873 E Watson Dr?
    1873 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ last sold for $235,000 in January 2014.
  • 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 down $1.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 1873 E Watson Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1873 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1873 E Watson Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1873 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has in-unit laundry.