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Property Description
Beautifully maintained Tempe home in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. Meticulous and move-in ready! This bright single-story features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a flexible bonus space ideal for an office, playroom, bar or guest area. Living and dining flow to an updated kitchen with ample storage and modern finishes. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a private backyard oasis with a sparkling pool featuring a cascading waterfall, spacious patio for entertaining, and low-maintenance landscaping. Attached two-car garage and spacious laundry room complete the utility of this home. Near parks, schools, and shopping. Exceptional quality, comfort, and curb appeal!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 520 E Watson Dr
General
- Price: $515,000
- Taxes: $2,050 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: ARMLS_Arizona_MLS_Phoenix_Area
- MLS ID: 6981523
- Updated: Today (2/19/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Appliances: Dishwasher
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Outdoor
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
Location
- County: Maricopa
- Township: 1S
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY ROYAL UNIT 2
- Cross Streets: Rural Rd & Guadalupe Rd
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: No Fees
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: City Water
Structural Information
- Builder: Unk
- Exterior Const.: Painted, Block
- Roof: Composition
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1974
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,660
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Gravel/Stone Front, Synthetic Grass Back
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,050
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: LOT 503 UNIVERSITY ROYAL UNIT 2 MCR
- Property ID: 301-81-161
- Range: 4E
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 503
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Schools
Schools serving 520 E Watson Dr
School Districts:Tempe School District, Tempe Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Aguilar Elementary School 5800 South Forest Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85283 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Fees College Preparatory Middle School 1600 East Watson Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Marcos De Niza High School 6000 South Lakeshore Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 520 E Watson Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/19/2026
Listed
$515,000
80.07%
MLS
8/20/2019
Sold
$286,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 520 E Watson Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,050
8%
$40,580
6%
2024
$1,904
-5%
$38,260
-6%
2023
$2,007
5%
$40,860
11%
2022
$1,916
—
$36,870
36%
2022
$1,916
-2%
$27,080
10%
2021
$1,954
3%
$24,600
13%
2020
$1,889
-11%
$21,700
7%
2019
$2,133
3%
$20,350
11%
2018
$2,080
3%
$18,280
11%
2017
$2,018
1%
$16,470
5%
2016
$2,004
4%
$15,670
5%
2015
$1,925
2%
$14,960
18%
2014
$1,886
11%
$12,710
14%
2013
$1,696
—
$11,150
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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520 E Watson Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 (MLS# 6981523) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 520 E Watson Drive is currently listed for $515,000 and was received on February 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 520 E Watson Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Tempe? You can browse all Tempe real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

