2521 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
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OFF MARKET

2521 E 5th St
Tempe, AZ 85281

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,132 sqft

$267,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,538/mo*
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$267,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,538/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,132 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1982
Living Area
1,132 sqft
Price/Sqft
$236

About this House

This townhouse is located at 2521 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ. 2521 E 5th St is in Tempe, AZ and in ZIP code 85281. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,132 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 122 sqft and was built in 1982.
2521 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,132 sqft townhouse built in 1982. It last sold for $171,000 on Feb 28, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $267,400, with a rent estimate of $1,842/month.

Home Details for 2521 E 5th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: RefrigeratorHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: WoodPatio
Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1Parking: Carport

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1982
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 121 sqft

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price History for 2521 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
02/28/2020$171,000Sold
ARMLS #6030029
01/30/2020$169,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/10/2013$72,500Sold
ARMLS #4904138
08/27/2012$173,836Sold
N/A
06/30/2006$175,000Sold
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06/24/2004$102,900Sold
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Market trends in Tempe

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$463K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$291
$2MoM
Available listings
550
13MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$859
Assessment$228,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2521 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
651 S ALLRED Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.18
Townhouse
$305,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,132
524 S ALLRED Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.08
Townhouse
$240,000
10/15/25
2
2
987
618 S ALLRED Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.13
Townhouse
$230,000
06/22/26
2
2
987
552 S ALLRED Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.10
Townhouse
$302,500
12/09/25
2
2
987
562 S ALLRED Drive, Tempe, AZ
0.10
Townhouse
$305,000
05/18/26
2
2
987
2508 E 6th St, Tempe, AZ
0.08
Townhouse
$180,037
02/17/26
2
2
987
280 S Evergreen Rd, Tempe, AZ
0.07
Townhouse
$360,000
02/25/26
2
3
1,100
2123 E KIRKLAND Lane #3, Tempe, AZ
0.70
Townhouse
$340,000
10/02/25
3
2
1,036
280 S EVERGREEN Road #1246, Tempe, AZ
0.04
Townhouse
$342,500
02/27/26
2
2
1,088
280 S Evergreen Rd, Tempe, AZ
0.07
Townhouse
$340,000
06/30/26
2
2
1,105

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Tempe

At least 1318 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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  • Jdimmel
    "Easy to get onto major freeways if you work downtown"
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  • Cainiac
    "Tempe is a very large area. Even a zip code like 85281 can vary. I live in the ASU area near 1st and University. Walkable to Whole-foods and many restaurants. Tempe Beach is like an oasis. "
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  • Karen Orton
    "Its walkable, nice park around the corner, houses are well maintained and there is no HOA. "
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  • Louise Marin
    "Great walking areas. Dog play areas in the surrounding parks. Well lit areas for evening activities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You should Still be watching your kids outside even if if seems safe. Live in “nice” “gated and secured” apartments and still many crimes occur in a short amount of time. "
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  • Patrice Trotter
    "I’ve lived in this area for 9 months, it’s been quiet and friendly. With easy access for parking and convenient access to laundry and well maintained facilities."
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  • Rs70asn
    "Many families. Great parks and greenbelts. Friendly. Stores and restaurants nearby. Great schools nearby"
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  • Thomas Burke
    "I live in this neighborhood, but you never see your neighbors and everyone in the backyard. All the walls are black wall walls. It’s not like back east where you see your neighbors and people sit on their front porches."
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  • Thomas Burke
    "I really don’t know my neighbors. Everybody keeps themselves and I’ve lived here a year. There is nice places to walk I do feel safe in this neighborhood and everything we could want is within driving distance "
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  • Emely Zambrano
    "Nice neighbors and it’s close to a lot of great restaurants and stores. Tempe is in the middle of everything. It’s a great location close enough to ASU but not close enough to be part of a college town. "
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  • Rachel Belcher
    "The parks hold a lot art events that bring the neighborhood together. Very family/friendly oriented. "
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  • Miguel L
    "Tempe is like dog heaven. Every corner you turn you’ll see someone walking their dog. There are also tons of waste bags located around the area I live in and at the lake. "
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  • Destiny Garcia
    "Park events and church events they seem like fun haven’t been to one yet but the neighborhood seems kind"
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  • Hfbbhb7s4b
    "Not that bad. Can take major roads or freeway to Phoenix downtown, or light rail. It’s possible to use public transportation to light rail, as well as to city hall, ASU, Tempe Marketplace. Commute is usually-22 minutes. "
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  • Manuel Rodriguez
    "great parks and nice families. there is lovely houses near the neighborhood and lots of markets and stores and parks and water parks "
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  • Alejandro Martinez
    "I live right next to Southern and it is one of the most congested streets in Tempe. it’s so noisy sometimes at night with cars revving their engines in the middle of the night for no reason whatsoever. "
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  • Aj.martinez2000
    "Dog owners have access to a dog park as long as they have all forms and registrations completed and up to date. "
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  • Julie
    "Dog park nearby and friendly folks at the park. Some unhoused people at the park at times but generally pleasant."
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  • Nancy Benitez
    "All dog owners like about this area because theirs a trail to walk the dogs and all the apartments are dog friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes most definitely but watch of rattlesnake during the summer months. But the community is kind and well organized "
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  • Trulia User
    "great scenic views and a variety of trees, flora, and rock formations in a private neighborhood.love the outdoors and local restaurants and fresh produce markets."
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    "Great community. A lot of friendly neighbors walking their dog. Never had an issue with someone’s dog."
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    "People don't know how to control their dogs sometimes. There are a lot of people who get very upset seeing dogs being walked on 110+ degree pavement."
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  • Trulia User
    "don't live here. but it's great when I visit. I live 10 minutes from my office never had an issue "
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  • Trulia User
    "The Tempe Orbit comes through the neighborhood often but I just drive my personal car. There seems to be some bus stops nearby as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is safe and fairly quiet, downside would be number of rental homes. I have lived in the area 49 years."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the neighborhood for its safe walking trails. I can take a walk at any time of day or evening and it always feels safe. There are plenty of lights and always someone out walking their dogs. I love that it’s kid friendly and all the properties are well maintained. "
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    "It’s close to the high school, you can hear the high school band on football game nights, it’s cute."
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    "I use an electric car and occasionally the light rail to get to work and other places. but I do see public transportation all the time "
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  • Trulia User
    "People speed down these streets even with the speed bumps and the curb parking makes visibility a challenge. "
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    "this neighborhood has an amazing elementary school and community center..the community here is very quiet and nice "
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    "I have lived in this neighborhood for several years and have never experienced any issues. Sure you have some bad seeds but that’s everywhere you go. But everyone is friendly and kids are out playing. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A short pleasant trip with many interesting sights and places to shop and or visit. Including many Restaurants and the Tempe Library on the way"
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  • Trulia User
    "I am very centralized to a lot of things including work. This location is perfect and I really couldn’t have asked for anything better"
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    "We help each other. Raised our kids together. This neighborhood seems to understand it takes a village. and we have each other's backs in a crisis. it neighborhood is also culturally diverse. and our neighborhood has all afe ranges living it. We are near ASU and downtown Tempe, which is very charming. "
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  • Nicole B.
    "Events in the park; movies, live music, food trucks, b2b events, dog runs and other parade or charity fundraisers "
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  • Amymc.clubtattoo
    "No special events that I know of. I live in a nice, friendly, safe neighborhood that is very dog friendly. Lots of parks. Tempe is just a nice place to live. 😀"
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  • Victorya V.
    "The events that are held at Kiwanis park , like movie night or the new water park. I have enjoyed living in Tempe"
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  • Iceman8593
    "Great place for young people. Right by asu and Scottsdale makes for awesome living. Being young here makes you want to achieve more and flourish just by your surroundings. "
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    "I like all the festivals at Tempe Beach Park. I also enjoy that I can walk practically anywhere. Tempe does a great job at celebrating holidays."
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Frequently asked questions about 2521 E 5th St

  • What is 2521 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2521 E 5th St in Tempe, AZ is $267,400.
  • What is the price history for 2521 E 5th St?
    2521 E 5th St in Tempe, AZ last sold for $171,000 in February 2020.
  • 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 2521 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2521 E 5th St in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
  • Does 2521 E 5th St have parking?
    Yes, 2521 E 5th St in Tempe, AZ has on-site parking.