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Single Family Residence

87 E Monte Vista Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85004-1435

Sold

$1,700,000

5 Bed
3 Bath
6 Parking
3186 SQFT
Listed By: Listing Agent: Mindy Jones Nevarez, Listing Office: Keller Williams Integrity First
Source: ARMLS
Buyer Agent: Buyer Office: Keller Williams Integrity First, Buyer Agent: Jackie Kaye Nedin, Co-Buyer Agent: Nathan Biggar
Sold Date: 2022/04/08

Welcome to the iconic Alvarado Historic District in Central Phoenix. This historic estate built in 1915 sits on an oversized 11,783sf irrigated lot with a fully renovated 4 bedroom/2 bathroom main house with parlor room and exterior access to 3-room basement with cistern, a remodeled 480sf 1 bedroom/1 bathroom guest house with walk-in closet and trap door to cellar, and 2 oversized garage bays each fitting 2 smaller vehicles or a large vehicle with plenty of room for storage. Set back from the street with a large grassy lawn and paver driveway with electronic gate, this two story property has been brought back to life with a complete interior and exterior custom renovation including new roof, central air conditioning, new electrical, and plumbing while it's historic charm has been... ...painstakingly preserved with the expert refinishing of the original hardwood floors, restoration of the original windows with refinished casings and new glass, and rebuilt doors and hardware throughout the home. Paint colors were chosen to create a calming and soothing environment from the brick exterior of the home, throughout the formal living room with feature fireplace, the parlor room with original picture rail moulding, the formal dining room with access to the chef's kitchen, both downstairs bedrooms including the master with two owner's closets and a spa bath, guest room with full guest bathroom, and the two upstairs bedrooms. Built for entertaining, the Wolf 6-burner plus griddle range and Sub Zero built-in refrigerator and freezer complement the raw wood shelving and quartz counters with built-in outlets and exposed brick backsplash and large pantry leading to double Anderson doors to the backyard with paver seating area, professionally landscaped with new drip irrigation, and access to the guest house with eat-in kitchen and living area, bathroom, large bedroom and oversized walk-in closet with trap door to cellar, a historic legend during prohibition. With raised garden beds in the back and room for a private pool, this estate with private guest house will make the perfect downtown getaway for visitors, family members and AirBnB guests alike. Custom features include the expertly designed master bathroom with stone flooring, glass walk-in shower and cast iron soaking tub with a brushed stainless finish, private toilet room and custom designed cabinetry and lighting throughout as well as the well cared for and preserved original plaster walls and renovated staircase with custom carpet, stair rods and clips and custom wood work. With a rich history, the story of this estate has been told through the year plus renovation combining fashion, function and a little bit of fairy tale magic as the new home owners will enjoy life in iconic Los Olivos. Within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, the light rail, the Heard Museum, the Phoenix Art Museum, Downtown Phoenix law firms, schools, employment opportunities, and major sporting events - this one of a kind estate, on this one of a kind street, has an unbeatable location and a century old charm that has been revived, renewed and exceptionally well presented.

MLS® ID 6358799

UPDATED: 03/01/2026 03:02

Details

Location Details

Formatted Street Address 87 E Monte Vista Road
Subdivision LOS OLIVOS RE-AMD
County Maricopa

Property Details

Property Condition []
Special Listing Conditions ["N/A"]
Listing Terms ["Cash", "Conventional", "1031 Exchange", "FHA", "VA Loan"]
Title To Land Fee Simple
Assessment Year 2021

Interior Details

Interior Features ["Walk-in Pantry", "Non-laminate Counter", "High Speed Internet", "Granite Counters", "Double Vanity", "Master Downstairs", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Pantry", "2 Master Baths", "Full Bth Master Bdrm", "Separate Shwr & Tub"]
Appliances ["Stacked Washer/Dryer", "Dryer", "Washer", "Gas Stub for Range", "Refrigerator", "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Gas Range", "Gas Oven"]
Flooring Type ["Stone", "Tile", "Wood"]
Fireplace ["Living Room"]
Laundry ["Inside", "Gas Dryer Hookup"]

Building Details

Year Built 1915
Architectural Style ["Other"]
Stories 2
Construction ["Painted", "Brick"]
Garage Spaces 4
Heating ["Natural Gas", "Ceiling"]
Water Supply Types ["City Water"]
Basement Type ["Unfinished", "Partial"]
Basement Description ["Unfinished", "Partial"]
Exterior Features ["Private Yard", "Storage"]
Has View Yes
View Description ["City Lights"]

Fee Details

Taxes 3217
Taxes Year 2021

Land Details

Lot Size 11783
Acreage 0.270000000
Irregular No
Lot Description ["North/South Exposure", "Sprinklers In Rear", "Sprinklers In Front", "Desert Back", "Grass Front", "Auto Timer H2O Front", "Auto Timer H2O Back"]
Cross Streets 3rd St and McDowell
Outdoor Area ["North/South Exposure" | "Sprinklers In Rear" | "Sprinklers In Front" | "Desert Back" | "Grass Front" | "Auto Timer H2O Front" | "Auto Timer H2O Back"]
Pool ["None"]
Private Pool No
Fence ["Block", "Chain Link", "Wood"]
Fence Total ["Block", "Chain Link", "Wood"]
Shoreline No
Sewers ["Sewer in & Cnctd", "Public Sewer"]
Community Features Near Light Rail Stop, Historic District

Attractions

Elementary School Kenilworth Elementary School
Elementary School District Phoenix Elementary District
Middle School Phoenix Prep Academy
High School Central High School
High School District Phoenix Union High School District

Property Features

Feature Near Light Rail Stop
Feature Historic District

Building Amenities

Amenity No Fees

Other

Status Sold

Location

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