1879 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
Optimist Park SW- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,924 sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,924 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1976
Living Area
1,924 sqft
Price/Sqft
$295
Parking
Garage
About this House
This single-family home is located at 1879 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ. 1879 E Watson Dr is in the Optimist Park SW neighborhood in Tempe, AZ and in ZIP code 85283. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,924 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 9257 sqft and was built in 1976.
1879 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,924 sqft single-family home in Optimist Park SW, built in 1976. It last sold for $292,800 on Nov 17, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $567,200, with a rent estimate of $3,253/month.
Home Details for 1879 E Watson Dr
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Heating & Cooling Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: RefrigeratorHeating Fuel: Other |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 7Ceiling Fan |
Appliances & Utilities Microwave |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: Cement ConcretePatio |
Pool Pool |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1976 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 9256 sqft |
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RV Parking Rv Parking |
Price History for 1879 E Watson Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 11/17/2017 | $292,800 | Sold | ARMLS #5657930 |
| 09/29/2017 | $297,400 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/28/2017 | $297,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/26/2017 | $297,700 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/25/2017 | $297,800 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/08/2017 | $297,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 02/28/1995 | $102,000 | 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 | $2,602 |
| Assessment | $434,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1879 E Watson Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.24 | Single-Family Home | $320,000 | 09/23/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $534,000 | 03/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,971 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 06/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,584 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 06/25/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,224 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $575,000 | 05/05/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,004 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,746 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $590,000 | 02/11/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $530,000 | 08/13/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,691 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $600,000 | 10/27/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,660 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $715,000 | 06/11/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,004 |
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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 1879 E Watson Dr
- What is 1879 E Watson Dr estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1879 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ is $567,200.
- What is the price history for 1879 E Watson Dr?1879 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ last sold for $292,800 in November 2017.
- 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 1879 E Watson Dr have air conditioning?Yes, 1879 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
- Does 1879 E Watson Dr have a pool?Yes, 1879 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has a pool.

