1938 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
Optimist Park SW- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,522 sqft (on 0.25 acres)
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,522 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1972
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
2,522 sqft
Price/Sqft
$256
About this House
Furnished Monthly Rental. Rental rate includes all utilities, internet, pool service, and landscaping. Beautiful home in a fantastic Tempe neighborhood! Nicely upgraded with a sparkling pool (not heated), an upgraded back yard, and an expanded living area. Parking space for your RV on the west side of the home. Sorry no pets. ** Please note, the garage and 1 of the 5 bedrooms will not be available for use. **
Furnished monthly rental.
Available for rent until 6/30/2023.
The garage and 1 of the 5 bedrooms will not be available.
PLEASE NO SMOKERS WHATSOEVER, including outside only, vaping, etc.
SORRY NO PETS.
Security deposit $3,800
Application fee: $26 per person
Landlord will provide weekly pool service.
The home can also be rented on a "long term" lease (through the end of June) for a lower monthly rate, with utilities not included.
Offered by: Geneva Real Estate and Investments LLC
Nate Tanner, Realtor, Owner/Agent
Furnished monthly rental.
Available for rent until 6/30/2023.
The garage and 1 of the 5 bedrooms will not be available.
PLEASE NO SMOKERS WHATSOEVER, including outside only, vaping, etc.
SORRY NO PETS.
Security deposit $3,800
Application fee: $26 per person
Landlord will provide weekly pool service.
The home can also be rented on a "long term" lease (through the end of June) for a lower monthly rate, with utilities not included.
Offered by: Geneva Real Estate and Investments LLC
Nate Tanner, Realtor, Owner/Agent
1938 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,522 sqft single-family home in Optimist Park SW, built in 1972. It last sold for $305,000 on Sep 6, 2013. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2022 with an asking price of $2,595 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 8, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $644,400, with a rent estimate of $3,322/month.
Home Details for 1938 E Watson Dr
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Recreation Room |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: StuccoPatio |
Pool Pool |
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1972Year Updated: 2013 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler |
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Furnished |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 10755 sqft |
Price History for 1938 E Watson Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/08/2023 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 10/28/2022 | $4,995 | PriceChange | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 09/16/2022 | $2,595 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 09/04/2022 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rental Manager | |
| 08/19/2022 | $2,595 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 09/06/2013 | $305,000 | Sold | ARMLS #4975430 |
| 07/31/2013 | $319,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 10/08/2010 | $153,000 | Sold | ARMLS #4394528 |
| 07/10/2010 | $149,999 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/03/2010 | $199,999 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 06/02/2000 | $140,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 11/14/1995 | $119,000 | 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 | $3,211 |
| Assessment | $490,100 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1938 E Watson Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.03 | Single-Family Home | $530,000 | 08/13/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,691 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,746 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $320,000 | 09/23/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $420,000 | 02/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,564 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/28/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,642 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 01/09/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,953 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 06/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,584 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $575,000 | 05/05/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,004 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $600,000 | 12/31/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,132 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $590,000 | 02/11/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 |
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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 1938 E Watson Dr
- What is 1938 E Watson Dr estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1938 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ is $644,400.
- What is the price history for 1938 E Watson Dr?1938 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ last sold for $305,000 in September 2013.
- 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 1938 E Watson Dr have air conditioning?Yes, 1938 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
- Does 1938 E Watson Dr have a pool?Yes, 1938 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has a pool.

