971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive
Tempe, AZ 85283
The Lakes
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,469 sqft
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,469 sqft
Local Information
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Description
When you step into this lake view home, it just feels like home.
As you enter, you will see a vaulted ceiling living room with a brick fireplace, and another wood burning fireplace in the cozy family room with French doors that lead to the covered travertine patio. The backyard is lush and relaxing.
Upstairs, the four bedrooms plus the loft, offer plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. There are beautiful views out of all windows! The primary bedroom and another bedroom have access to the extended balcony with a living grape vine - imagine having a morning coffee or a glass of wine at sunset with the views of the West Lake and the palm trees!
Other features of the home include the remodeled swimming (diving) pool ), dual pane windows (2021), two new A/Cs, 2.5 car garage, remodeled bedrooms (2024), new flooring upstairs and the formal living and dining areas (2024)
This home is located in the Lakes - a wonderful community and a true Tempe gem! The lush greenery among the palm trees and the pines will make you think you are in California. Here you will find a heated lap pool with scenic lake views, spa, tennis & pickleball courts, indoor racquetball, fitness center, playground, clubhouse - all included in your HOA. The home is steps away from the Lake and the park with a rose garden. You can get a kayak or rent a boat and explore the large lake the neighborhood was built upon. The local waterfront restaurants are a walking distance from the house and the regular neighborhood concerts and community events bring a sense of connection and charm that's hard to find anywhere else.
This home is special and I'm sure you will love it!
As you enter, you will see a vaulted ceiling living room with a brick fireplace, and another wood burning fireplace in the cozy family room with French doors that lead to the covered travertine patio. The backyard is lush and relaxing.
Upstairs, the four bedrooms plus the loft, offer plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. There are beautiful views out of all windows! The primary bedroom and another bedroom have access to the extended balcony with a living grape vine - imagine having a morning coffee or a glass of wine at sunset with the views of the West Lake and the palm trees!
Other features of the home include the remodeled swimming (diving) pool ), dual pane windows (2021), two new A/Cs, 2.5 car garage, remodeled bedrooms (2024), new flooring upstairs and the formal living and dining areas (2024)
This home is located in the Lakes - a wonderful community and a true Tempe gem! The lush greenery among the palm trees and the pines will make you think you are in California. Here you will find a heated lap pool with scenic lake views, spa, tennis & pickleball courts, indoor racquetball, fitness center, playground, clubhouse - all included in your HOA. The home is steps away from the Lake and the park with a rose garden. You can get a kayak or rent a boat and explore the large lake the neighborhood was built upon. The local waterfront restaurants are a walking distance from the house and the regular neighborhood concerts and community events bring a sense of connection and charm that's hard to find anywhere else.
This home is special and I'm sure you will love it!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from April 09, 2025
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$129/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive
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Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2469 Square Feet |
Heating & Cooling Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Vinyl, Tile |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Floors: Vinyl, Tile |
Room & Shared Space Shared space is furnished |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: TilePatio / Porch: Covered, PatioFencing: Block, Wrought IronExterior: Playground, BalconyHas a Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Direct Access |
Pool Pool: Diving Pool, FencedPool |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 22 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1979 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, PaintedNot Attached Property |
Property Information Usage of Home: NoneParcel Number: 30198046 |
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Price List Price: $730,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Mar 07 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: TempeCommunity: WEST LAKE AMD |
School Information Elementary School: Rover Elementary SchoolElementary School District: Tempe School DistrictJr High / Middle School: Fees College Preparatory Middle SchoolHigh School: Marcos De Niza High SchoolHigh School District: Tempe Union High School District |
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Building Area Building Area: 2469 Square Feet |
Community rooms Fitness Center |
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Community Features: Racquetball, Pickleball, Community Spa, Community Spa Htd, Community Pool, Near Bus Stop, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center |
Other Playground |
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HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance GroundsHOA Name: LCAHOA Phone: 480-838-1023Has an HOAHOA Fee: $386/Quarterly |
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Lot Area: 6660 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Owner/Agent |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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Furnished |
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Mls Number: 6819183 |
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RacquetballPickleballCommunity SpaCommunity Spa HtdCommunity PoolNear Bus StopTennis Court(s)PlaygroundBiking/Walking Path |
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Alina Nizamova, (479) 225-5243
eXp Realty
Bought with: Lauri J Runge, (602) 703-7017, Realty ONE Group
Source: ARMLS, MLS#6819183
All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS.
Price History for 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/08/2025 | $730,000 | Sold | ARMLS #6819183 |
| 03/07/2025 | $730,000 | Pending | ARMLS #6819183 |
| 02/13/2025 | $730,000 | Listed For Sale | ARMLS #6819183 |
| 10/31/2023 | $680,000 | Sold | ARMLS #6547351 |
| 10/03/2023 | $699,000 | Pending | ARMLS #6547351 |
| 09/16/2023 | $699,000 | PriceChange | ARMLS #6547351 |
| 06/19/2023 | $729,000 | PendingToActive | ARMLS #6547351 |
| 06/12/2023 | $729,000 | Pending | ARMLS #6547351 |
| 05/04/2023 | $729,000 | Listed For Sale | ARMLS #6547351 |
| 05/30/2012 | $325,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 04/11/2012 | $339,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 03/12/2012 | $349,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 08/16/2010 | $305,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 07/23/2004 | $274,500 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $4,314 |
| Assessment | $565,100 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.02 | Single-Family Home | $750,000 | 04/17/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,286 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $705,000 | 11/19/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,718 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $599,000 | 05/08/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,872 | |
0.06 | Single-Family Home | $680,000 | 08/29/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,469 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $687,500 | 11/20/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,511 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $630,000 | 10/02/25 | 5 | 3 | 2,468 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $684,500 | 06/18/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,102 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $829,000 | 07/09/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,664 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $815,000 | 09/18/25 | 5 | 3 | 2,248 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $660,000 | 10/10/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,190 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive.
- Rover Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 374 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageSchool placed protective order 8/8/25 without proof. I had to call police to have access to my daughter I have had full custody of since birth. Additional, WE LIVE IN NEVADA. 8/8/25 after police i picked up my baby, said she won't be back as we dont even live in AZ. Received absence letter that included 8/8/25 the ONE day she attended, I spoke with the principal and reception! If I do not get a corrected letter in the mail I will be suing and do not believe you should trust this school with your child as they cannot verify legal documentation placing children and families at risk and FAILED to even verify the ONE day my child attended in August update letter signed by Dana Lineberger. I am following up with ever agency necessary moving forward because someone is failing at their job at Rover Elementary School.Parent Review8mo ago - Fees College Preparatory Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 645 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageTerrible, as an 8th grader, this school is a bad choice. Some girls like drama, I’ll admit I do too, but this school is too much drama. You will most likely get into fights, the girls are very rude and mostly all of the kids are disrespectful. The teachers don’t really care that much and a lot of them are people you don’t really look forward to seeing. Save yourselves the trouble and don’t go here!!!Student Review1y ago - Marcos De Niza High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1407 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average0 integrity, the only good thing about here is the teachers they really try their best, the problem is the students, 0 respect for teachers 0 parents involvement, bathroom is always occupied with kids vaping, girls and boys all around the teachers and classrooms kissing and touching like their in a privite room, and teachers cant even say anything because this brats are so sensitive that they cant accept responsibility of their actions, These kids also have the toilets so bad and gross pee, blood in toilets, lots of bad writing on the walls. Bad behavior from students education in Arizona ranks the lowest and behavior isnt any better this school definently dosent deserve an A+.Parent Review11mo ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about The Lakes
At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say neighbors are friendly
100 % Say there are community events
100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say streets are well-lit
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say parking is easy
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,469 sqft single-family home built in 1979. 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive is located in The Lakes, Tempe. This property is not currently available for sale. 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive was last sold on Apr 8, 2025 for $730,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $730,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 971 E DRIFTWOOD Drive is $709,100.