521 E Carol Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020
OFF MARKET

521 E Carol Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85020

North Mountain
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,090 sqft (on 0.31 acres)
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,090 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Fully renovated!
- Light, breezy
 - Locking RV Gate and ample space for full-size RV parking
 - Huge yard, fully fenced
- Large kitchen with full size stainless steel appliances, beautiful quartz countertops, and extra-large sink
- Dining area with room for table
 - Incredible mountain access to the Phoenix North Mountain preserve, one of the world's largest city parks! Tons of trails and endless exploring, mountain biking, and hiking accessible just up the street
 - Gorgeous mountain views from all rooms in this house!
 - Modern layout, maximizes space
 - Sewer, water, gas, & trash included

This is a vibrant area with incredible access to a variety of stores and restaurants, many of them walkable! This home is very centrally located in the city of Phoenix, with access to Glendale Stadium, Downtown Phoenix, and Scottsdale.

Owner pays for water, gas (hot water), sewer and trash. Tenant pays for electricity. Internet available for reduced rate.
521 E Carol Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020 is a 5 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,090 sqft multi-family in North Mountain, built in 1945. It last sold for $330,000 on Jul 26, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2022 with an asking price of $1,550 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 31, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,261/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 521 E Carol Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, EvaporativeHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry RoomCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, Other, Shake ShingleExterior: Wood ProductsPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 6Parking: Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945Year Updated: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Mobile R/V

RV Parking
Rv Parking

Price History for 521 E Carol Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/31/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
12/27/2022$1,550Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/26/2021$330,000Sold
ARMLS #6181307
06/29/2021$400,000PendingHomeSmart #6181307
06/24/2021ListingRemovedHomeSmart
06/03/2021$400,000PendingHomeSmart #6181307
06/02/2021$400,000PendingToActiveHomeSmart #6181307
05/21/2021$400,000PendingHomeSmart #6181307
05/20/2021ListingRemovedHomeSmart
04/17/2021$400,000PendingHomeSmart #6181307
04/17/2021ListingRemovedHomeSmart
03/21/2021$400,000PendingHomeSmart #6181307
02/24/2021$400,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
02/20/2021$400,000PendingAgent Provided
01/15/2021$400,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/31/2001$97,000Sold
N/A
03/23/1998$65,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in North Mountain

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$366K
$2.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
Price per sq ft
$242
$8MoM
Available listings
625
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$797
Assessment$428,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 521 E Carol Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
315 E Carol Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$517,000
05/12/26
5
3
1,760
338 E VOGEL Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.13
Multi-Family Home
$1,150,000
02/09/26
3
3
3,628
321 E CAROL Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.10
Multi-Family Home
$675,000
12/22/25
9
5
4,700
20 W SUNNYSLOPE Lane, Phoenix, AZ
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$600,000
10/03/25
4
4
2,192
837 E ALICE Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$450,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,478
733 E HATCHER Road, Phoenix, AZ
0.18
Multi-Family Home
$650,000
11/03/25
5
5
2,707
911 E ALICE Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.63
Multi-Family Home
$505,000
07/10/25
4
2
1,750
9838 N 14TH Street, Phoenix, AZ
0.85
Multi-Family Home
$435,000
10/30/25
5
3
2,140
9524 N 14th St, Phoenix, AZ
0.80
Multi-Family Home
$266,000
08/19/25
3
2
1,224
833 E ALICE Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$449,900
04/30/26
4
2
1,478

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Neighborhood Overview

North Mountain
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What Locals Say about North Mountain

At least 1127 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 49 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 35 % Say there's wildlife

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • Christopher Geber
    "It’s a good neighborhood with schools very close. You can hear the footballs games at Cortez High School. Traffic is lower in the area and tends to be a little more quit than the rest of Phoenix. "
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  • Angelicarenteria3
    "There is a lot of kids in the neighborhood and everyone stays to themselves around here no problems "
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  • J J
    "Holiday lights are amazing in the Moon Valley community. It is fun and competitive as the community decorates for the holidays. Fourth of July fireworks are a great site to see too."
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  • Kerry G.
    "There aren’t many dog parks I’d want to take my dogs to. There is a park surrounding North Mountain. "
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  • Shawnda P.
    "It's home and it's what I expected and I'm still here thank u Metro phoenix.. y'all been great and keep up the great business "
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  • Trulia User
    "The mountain view is absolutely beautiful. There's trails to go hiking on. There's also a police station nearby. "
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  • Laura R.
    "Apartment style living , close to everything, clean, there's a gym, pool, dog park, mini playground, laundry room. Very quaint"
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  • Trulia User
    "It's an amazing neighborhood, very quiet and everyone minds their own business. It is so so so great here"
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  • Trulia User
    "dog owners don't pick up after there dogs, dog poop everywhere it's disgusting. you can't walk down the street without seeing hundreds of piles of dog poop, "
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  • Trulia User
    "has gone down him in the last few years... many homeless now sitting on every street and drug users... not a good place"
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  • Trulia User
    "I wouldn’t like to see dog owners leaving their dogs unattended. It’s best to take care of the dogs messes and needs."
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  • Trulia User
    "Super easy access to the 51–it’s the best freeway. The traffic in north mountain feels way lighter than any other place in central Phoenix. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I use city transportation to commute to and from work. I love the north mountain community and know the area very well. I feel the area is great for family. The People in the community are very friendly. I have looked forward to making north mountain my home "
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive, so I have no issues. public transportation is accessible. traffic is not to bad, depending on the time of day. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is about 20 minutes from downtown and central phoenix. There are a lot of loud cars here. People speed excessively."
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of shopping n restaurants near by parks close too nice people lots of hiking usually affordable housing can be expensive but depends on where you live lots of grocery stores too"
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  • Trulia User
    "i never had a problem here I usually leave my gate open during the day and so far so good lol I love the park near by and there is all ways cops around "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are no community events but it would be great if there were. I have seen alley clean ups on nextdoor app. "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love it. There are side walks, parks, dog friendly restaurants and shopping areas. Drive thru restaurants give dog treats! "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve loved here for 5 years because it’s the only neighborhood that is affordable. The only downside is that there is a lot of drug users"
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  • Trulia User
    "drivers don't pay attention to speed in the neighborhood streets. it's very frustrating. there needs to be more stop signs or speed humps on the side streets. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors hate loud dogs, mean looking dogs and complain about every little thing about your animals"
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  • Trulia User
    "They had movies at the park recently. That’s about all they’ve done for neighborhood stuff. Some homeless I. The park, sleeping on kiss’s okay strictures and pooping on the ground "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not a great area to raise kids, despite the local schools being awesome. Lots of violence, lots of shootings, gang activity and homeless people. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for 12 years. my kids have gone to school here from kindergarten to high school. My neighbors are friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's centrally located and it's not horrible for crime. most of the people around here are friendly people. there are a few who might make one question. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A lot of dogs here are aggressive due to lack of training, and owners rarely pick up after their dogs. There are a few dog parks in the area, that is a plus. "
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  • Trulia User
    "yes many people walk their dogs because we have a dog friendly park near by. most of the dogs are well mannered and the owners are pet responsible. a dog owner would appreciate other dog owners acceptance of dog responsibility."
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  • Trulia User
    "People running their dogs off leash in common community areas and parks may be something dog owners like or not like"
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t commute as I am work from home. Oddly quiet area. A lot of jay walkers. The area is relatively safe. There a hospital near by so you can hear the helicopter every so often"
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  • Trulia User
    "we keep an eye on each other's place and the people will wave hello and say hi to you. there are people who walk here after dark without any trouble. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the gang violence makes it fun to play guess the sounds. Was it fireworks, gunshots, or backfiring cars?"
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  • Trulia User
    "since I have moved here there have been more events, and I've been here for at least 3 yrs............................. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is the most dangerous neighborhood I have ever lived in. I am moving as soon as possible. Make sure to check the safety rating before you move, and go check out the area you want to move to late at night to see it at it's worst."
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  • Flosimcoe
    "Near the mountain; quiet neighborhood, has every amenity required, people look out for each other, many yard sales, friendly neighbors, Christmas decorations, "
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  • Ghadeer J.
    "Don’t have any in our neighborhood, but people have their own parties and own lives and on the 4th we go on streets light fireworks and watch each other and talk to each other from time to time "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not too many events i know of but definitely a great safe place to live! great parks. wonderful place to raise. family."
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  • Tavenatti
    "It’s rough after dark I don’t recommend for families with small children or single women. If ur a male or have dogs or multiple roommates you can find nice places , but there’s is plenty of crime and homeless people around here "
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  • Thomas A.
    "There are too many people on drugs here and especially people on meth. A lot of break ins. Child molesters "
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  • Thais T.
    "A lot of homeless. A huge choice for food. Ross, dd discount aroudn the corner. Near 1-17 freeway. North Peoria Av. side, only houses, South Peoria Av. only apartments "
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