51 E Valencia Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85042
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OFF MARKET

51 E Valencia Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042

South Mountain
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,374 sqft

$354,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,012/mo*
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$354,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,012/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,374 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
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1961
Living Area
1,374 sqft
Price/Sqft
$258
Parking
Garage

About this House

This is what South Phoenix living is all about! This charming little Ranch Style Home located in the heart of SoPho was built in 1961 and will take you back to what this area use to be like with all its character and beauty. It needs some TLC but features NO HOA, Low Taxes, amazing Mountain Views, 3BR's 1.75BA and a 1 Car garage all on a huge Irrigated lot with mature fruit trees (Apple, Orange, Lemon and Grapefruit) on almost a 1/4 Acre. Only 5 minutes to Downtown Phoenix, 15 minutes to Sky Harbor International Airport and nestled in the Shadows of the 17, 000 Acre Sonoran Preserve at South Mountain. It's also just 1 Block south of the future Light Rail station at Central & Baseline Rd. This home will sell fast and only accepting cash or conventional offers!
51 E Valencia Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85042 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,374 sqft single-family home in South Mountain, built in 1961. It last sold for $291,000 on Sep 3, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $354,000, with a rent estimate of $2,248/month.

Home Details for 51 E Valencia Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: RefrigeratorHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Cement ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Price History for 51 E Valencia Dr

DatePriceEventSource
09/03/2021$291,000Sold
N/A
05/14/2021$276,000Sold
ARMLS #6230205
05/04/2021$260,000PendingRE/MAX International #6230205
05/04/2021$260,000PendingToActiveRE/MAX International #6230205
05/03/2021$260,000PendingARMLS #6230205
05/02/2021$260,000Listed For SaleARMLS #6230205
08/28/2017$160,000Sold
ARMLS #5638327
07/27/2017$160,000PendingAgent Provided
07/27/2017$160,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/27/2017$160,000PendingAgent Provided
07/27/2017$160,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in South Mountain

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$387K
$9.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
Price per sq ft
$242
$8MoM
Available listings
381
21MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,852
Assessment$260,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 51 E Valencia Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
101 W HARWELL Road, Phoenix, AZ
0.22
Single-Family Home
$310,000
06/05/26
3
1.5
1,354
7815 S 1ST Drive, Phoenix, AZ
0.20
Single-Family Home
$379,000
04/23/26
4
2
1,323
120 W GARY Way, Phoenix, AZ
0.28
Single-Family Home
$235,000
08/19/25
3
2
1,092
720 E Desert Ln, Phoenix, AZ
0.50
Single-Family Home
$275,000
09/09/25
3
2
1,569
7 E Beautiful Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$296,475
01/28/26
2
1
1,274
18 E VALENCIA Drive, Phoenix, AZ
0.06
Single-Family Home
$212,000
04/15/26
2
1
1,027
134 W DESERT Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.37
Single-Family Home
$315,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,487
7203 S 2nd Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.40
Single-Family Home
$345,000
05/14/26
3
2
1,314
402 W DARROW Street, Phoenix, AZ
0.46
Single-Family Home
$347,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,264
314 W MINTON Street, Phoenix, AZ
0.46
Single-Family Home
$268,000
02/13/26
3
2
2,014

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

South Mountain
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What Locals Say about South Mountain

At least 811 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Rnewme87
    "Like having a designated dog park for my pooch Kiera to get out and have exercise and meet other dogs."
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  • Sharon Poole
    "Crime rates school districts neighborhood activists and activities stores safety. Property qualities "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live in the neighborhood throughout my childhood the neighbors are very friendly and always look out for each other"
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is growing at a fast rate and now has many family distractions around parks recreations and other family fun places around. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Most neighbors own dogs and it’s an easy way to socialize with neighbors. Our association provides small trash cans and bags scattered throughout the community so it’s easy to keep tidy and most people do. "
    0
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  • Trulia User
    "South Mountain has a bad reputation, but the 2 years that I've been here says otherwise. I love this neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "congested, live right off Baseline and there is traffic a lot of the time. car accidents happen often."
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  • Trulia User
    "plenty of shady off-sidewalk places for dogs. it's Phoenix so it is hot and the pavement and sidewalks do get very hot 🔥 "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve always lived around South Mountain my whole life. My parent would always move around a lot here & there when I was little"
    10
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  • Trulia User
    "None that’s I will go too there none special at all I’m not at but church yes I enjoy the church I visit "
    0
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  • Trulia User
    "Super friendly people in a lovely quiet corner of the city - seems very suburban. Convenient to everything!"
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  • Trulia User
    "majority of people have dogs able to walk them at park good clean areas lots of space to run in multiple parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are good schools and great restaurants. Nice parks to go fishing and new communities, also big supermarkets"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dogs are lose and alone sometimes is dangerous. It’s not pet friendly because big dogs can be just walking around alone "
    1
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  • Trulia User
    "Some people walking their dogs I feel safe and watched over neighbors. Would be nice to have more doggy parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "is very family oriented and friendly neighborhood with a lot of different store in the area and public transportation"
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  • Trulia User
    "We’re in a gated community, but the community is small and makes sidewalks hard to walk with dogs when other neighbors are out doing the same. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice area lived here my whole life.A lot of kids that like to play with mine. Good people that care for each other "
    5
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  • Trulia User
    "Lived here for over 8 years, Great neighborhood and very close to hiking trails, airport, and shopping "
    1
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s not safe after night falls you have homeless people lurking the streets and crack heads very dangerous "
    0
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  • Trulia User
    "Baseline has high traffic from the avenues to the I-10 but commute is 12 mins to airport diverse area with all ages"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love the open walks by the canal and the friendly individuals. South mountain trails are very close and breathtaking. "
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  • Singhsanjayk001
    "Awesome Friendly Close to downtown Inexpensive Freeways and neighborhood Great place to call home"
    8
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  • Hannah G.
    "Gated communities are kid friendly, but the surrounding areas are something to watch out for. The area is definitely up and coming though."
    10
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  • Alexis
    "I live in a nice friendly neighborhood where everyone communicates n knows each other everyone is either related or friends ."
    5
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  • U2hilary
    "Mountain View’s great! Friendly neighbors, quiet neighborhood. Close to so many things including the airport If you travel often. "
    18
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  • Andi S.
    "I drive everywhere. but it is just short jaunts. 5 min away from every freeway. this area is constantly improving and opening up more areas for vma variety of shopping. plus there's some open to the public farms near by. fresh eggs, milk and produce. "
    4
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  • Bukky R.
    "Beautiful views and proximity to downtown is superb. Most homes and shopping are new. People are friendly and down to earth. "
    4
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  • Sunny B.
    "Great schools, family friendly neighborhoods with lots of parks. Emergency room nearby. Sports complex for youth activities "
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  • At_rice44
    "I’ve live in this neighborhood for 17 years and have enjoyed my neighbors. Being a home owner is the greatest reward "
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  • Xavieralexzander
    "Good community for an adult family. Not very motivating for the advancing youth. Quiet noisy with cars and sirens but people are distant and friendly. And about every other house house pit bulls lol. "
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  • E.S.
    "There’s a bus stop on the corner but I have a car. The light rail is extending to south Phoenix soon though."
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  • Tammy L.
    "I can’t wait to get out of here! Crime has increased exponentially in the past 5 years! Gun shots heard nightly & every weekend there at least one helicopter flying in circles with spot light. Not to mention, the HOA doesn’t keep anything up- even the neighborhood park is trashed!"
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  • Marydesamais42
    "We typically do not have community events. I’ve lived here for over 18 years and I never went to a community event "
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  • Martinezkevin92
    "It’s a peaceful area. A lot of misconception regarding “south side” I love it here, I love the mountains"
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  • Nestor M.
    "Nothing. This a poor weak neighborhood. Everyone here either keeps to themselves or are very loud. If you want fun just go downtown."
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  • Whtaylor
    "All of the neighborhood cats!!! It’s like a convention...oh and they regularly use my yard as their personal litter box,"
    13
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  • Shywanda B.
    "The main streets would be less congested, if there were three lanes. And no, pet owners do not curb their dogs."
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  • Barbaraascencio
    "We have events at El Prado park and Cesar Chavez Park that make the area special as well as yard sales and other events."
    4
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  • Jose A. S.
    "public pools, close convenient stores, good schools, but alot of pedifiles, but neighbors mind there own business "
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