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Single-Family Home
828 sqft
$458/sqft
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About this House
Location! Location! Location! This amazing 2bd/1ba West University home is minutes from downtown, historic 4th Ave., and less than a mile from the UofA! Electric gated off street parking for added security! Spacious living areas! Open kitchen with gas stove. Both bedrooms are room with jack-n-jill full bath and walk-in closets. Solar panels will help keep those electric bills low. A/C and Ceiling fans for added comfort. Large private back yard with patio, perfect for entertaining and relaxing during the cool summer nights! W/D included as added convenience. Pets Welcome! Monthly Landscaping fee will be included on lease. Don't miss out on this one, it won't last long!
517 N 3rd Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 828 sqft single-family home in West University. It last sold for $190,000 on Jun 24, 2016 (11,450% above the $1,645 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $1,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 4, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $379,300, with a rent estimate of $1,620/month.
Home Details for 517 N 3rd Ave
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: Non-smoking property. $50 App Fee for all tenants over 18. 2% Admin Fee on top of rent. $300 Lease Initiation/ Tenant Set-up Fee. Quarterly landscaping fee will be charged to tenants.Available: now |
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Appliances & Utilities Washer |
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
Comparable Sales for 517 N 3rd Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.03 | Single-Family Home | $276,000 | 03/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 710 sqft | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $245,000 | 06/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 918 sqft | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $298,000 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 1 | 800 sqft | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $317,000 | 02/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 913 sqft | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $270,000 | 12/16/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,026 sqft | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $285,000 | 01/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 720 sqft | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $427,300 | 02/23/26 | 2 | 1 | 920 sqft | |
0.68 | Single-Family Home | $190,000 | 01/26/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,003 sqft | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $485,000 | 05/07/26 | 2 | 1 | 960 sqft | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $395,000 | 04/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 984 sqft |
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Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,620/mo
Average rent
$1.5K
Available listings
2883
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What Locals Say about West University
At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say it's dog friendly
79 % Say there are sidewalks
74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
67 % Say parking is easy
63 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say yards are well-kept
57 % Say car is needed
56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
54 % Say people would walk alone at night
53 % Say there's wildlife
42 % Say neighbors are friendly
39 % Say it's quiet
39 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
32 % Say streets are well-lit
32 % Say there are community events
20 % Say kids play outside
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Aug 4, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,645 |
Jul 25, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,645 Price decreased by 3% |
Jul 16, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,700 Price decreased by 5% |
Jul 14, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,795 Price decreased by 0% |
Jun 17, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,800 |
Jul 16, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Jul 4, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,800 |
Aug 16, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Aug 10, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,800 |
Apr 13, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Apr 7, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,800 |
Mar 14, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
Feb 21, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $2,000 Price decreased by 17% |
Feb 14, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $2,400 Price decreased by 4% |
Jan 27, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $2,500 |
Jun 24, 2016 Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #21614681 | Sold | $190,000 |
Mar 28, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $187,000 |
Feb 11, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $187,000 |
Apr 3, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $160,000 |
Oct 19, 2004 Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #2424366 | Sold | $185,000 |
Apr 15, 2004 Source: N/A | Sold | $130,000 |
Jul 13, 2001 Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #2104155 | Sold | $115,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2026 | $2,004 | $297,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 517 N 3rd Ave
- What is 517 N 3rd Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 517 N 3rd Ave in Tucson, AZ is $379,300.
- What is the price history for 517 N 3rd Ave?517 N 3rd Ave in Tucson, AZ last sold for $190,000 in June 2016.
- Is Tucson a buyer's or seller's market?Tucson is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Tucson?The median sale price in Tucson is $329K. That is up $3.33K from the prior month.
- Does 517 N 3rd Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 517 N 3rd Ave in Tucson, AZ has air conditioning.
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