RARE So. Tempe HORSE PROPERTY on just shy of an acre with large family home and spacious mother in-law suite, two fenced pastures and 3 covered horse stalls with auto water, lighting, fans and misters. 1200 Sq. Ft. workshop with two RV roll-up doors, storage loft, and large cement slab.The main home has an expansive living room and family room plus teen den, double fireplace, plantation shutters, kitchen pantry and plenty of storage. An entertainers dream with a large covered extended patio plus more open patio space. Beautiful green backyard with mature shade trees, children's playhouse, and a pebble-tec pool and spa with waterslide. Circular driveway plus large open driveway with plenty of parking. Side yard for storing your recreational vehicles, horse trailer and more. Front RV gate leads to workshop at back of property. Back fencing with double gate for moving horses into the private trails that run behind the property. Grass front and back with sprinklers and flood Irrigation. Mother-in-law suite just remodeled in 2023 with its own garage and entrance with sunny living room, eat-in kitchen, two full baths with walk-in showers (or optional 3rd bath can be used by the main home and attached suite still has one full bath), office/guest room and vaulted ceilings. French doors lead to common area patio. 8 ft. sliding glass door looks out to backyard and horse pastures. Kitchen door leads to private patio area. Laundry in garage. A/C units installed in 2022 and 2020. Water heaters installed in 2023 and 2020. Buena Vista Ranchos is an equestrian community with central horse barns (rebuilt in 2023) and large and small riding arenas. Each home in BVR backs up to the horse riding trails that run throughout the community and are connected to other equestrian neighborhoods nearby for multiple riding options. Lovely close-knit community with neighborhood riding/walking trails, community pool, ramadas, private park, basketball court, tennis and pickleball, book club, monthly coffee, annual picnic, very active 4H for kids and teens and fun holiday activities. Enjoy your horse property in centrally located So. Tempe close to the 10, 101, 202 and 60 freeways.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
0.97 acresLot Size
$359Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jeannette Doherty• West USA Realty
Bought with Dennette Tunberg• Midland Real Estate Alliance
Fantastic horse property in the wonderful Buena Vista Ranchos subdivision. Priced to sell As-Is. 6 large bedrooms, which include a Mother-In-Law suite, 4 bathrooms, plus a den and a play room. Gorgeous picture windows, some have plantation shutters. Double-sided fireplace. Pavers make for a beautiful driveway, LOTS of parking! Separate extra large garage. Detached huge shop on South end of property with an RV gate on west side of home that allows you to drive to shop. Gated pebble-tec play pool with built-in spa and a water slide. Extended covered patio, mature trees and plenty of space for animals and/or toys!!! Two AC units approx 5 years, One unit approx 1 year. Sellers believe square footage is 5,500, buyer to verify. Spacious ranch style home in an elegant neighborhood of Tempe.
ARMLS #2978967
May 1, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 24, 2008
Listed
$270,000
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 30, 1993
Sold
$168,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1991
Sold
$142,500
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,145 (+3.4%)
2024
$10,783 (+2.6%)
2023
$10,507 (+5.2%)
2022
$9,992 (−2.3%)
$21,100 + $84,410
$105,510
2021
$10,228 (+2.4%)
$20,660 + $82,660
$103,320
2020
$9,989 (+3.2%)
$20,110 + $80,450
$100,560
2019
$9,675 (+3.3%)
$20,370 + $81,500
$101,870
2018
$9,362 (+4.3%)
$20,370 + $81,500
$101,870
2017
$8,979 (−0.9%)
$19,030 + $76,150
$95,180
2016
$9,064 (+9.0%)
$20,050 + $80,220
$100,270
2015
$8,313 (+2.7%)
$16,870 + $67,510
$84,380
2014
$8,098 (+15.1%)
$13,520 + $54,090
$67,610
2013
$7,034 (+10.9%)
$11,450 + $45,800
$57,250
2012
$6,343 (−25.8%)
$11,450 + $45,800
$57,250
2011
$8,546 (−3.3%)
$15,940 + $63,770
$79,710
2010
$8,836 (+99.6%)
$19,370 + $77,500
$96,870
2009
$4,427
$12,080 + $48,340
$60,420
Tax history for 947 E Carver Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,145 (+3.4%)
2024
$10,783 (+2.6%)
2023
$10,507 (+5.2%)
2022
$9,992 (−2.3%)
$21,100 + $84,410
$105,510
2021
$10,228 (+2.4%)
$20,660 + $82,660
$103,320
2020
$9,989 (+3.2%)
$20,110 + $80,450
$100,560
2019
$9,675 (+3.3%)
$20,370 + $81,500
$101,870
2018
$9,362 (+4.3%)
$20,370 + $81,500
$101,870
2017
$8,979 (−0.9%)
$19,030 + $76,150
$95,180
2016
$9,064 (+9.0%)
$20,050 + $80,220
$100,270
2015
$8,313 (+2.7%)
$16,870 + $67,510
$84,380
2014
$8,098 (+15.1%)
$13,520 + $54,090
$67,610
2013
$7,034 (+10.9%)
$11,450 + $45,800
$57,250
2012
$6,343 (−25.8%)
$11,450 + $45,800
$57,250
2011
$8,546 (−3.3%)
$15,940 + $63,770
$79,710
2010
$8,836 (+99.6%)
$19,370 + $77,500
$96,870
2009
$4,427
$12,080 + $48,340
$60,420
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.97 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,484
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Maricopa County
APN
30151123
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
AG
Agricultural District
The residential districts are designed to provide neighborhoods with a range of housing densities. The differences in these housing densities and regulations are intended to support the varying lifestyles of the city's residents. The districts provide for a range of residential habitation including rural-agricultural, single-family, multi-family, mobile home, and combinations thereof, together with home occupations, schools, parks, and public services necessary for neighborhood living.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Industirial-Other
Office-Other
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking Spaces: 5
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: RV Gate, Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Circular Driveway, Over Height Garage, Separate Strge Area
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Kitchen Information
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Non-laminate Counter: Yes
Multiple Ovens: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Wall Oven(s): Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Total Decimal): 4
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 4
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 7
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Tub with Jets
Window Features: Skylight(s), Dual Pane
Green Water Conservation: Gray Water System, Recirculation Pump
Fireplace Features: Two Way Fireplace, Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Exterior
Pool Information
Private Pool
Spa Features: Heated, Private
Pool Features: Diving Pool
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Painted
Horses Allowed
Horse Amenities: See Remarks, Arena, Auto Water, Barn, Bridle Path Access, Corral(s), Stall, Tack Room
Exterior Features: Storage, Built-in Barbecue
Fencing: See Remarks, Other, Block, Chain Link
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 42,393
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Grass Front, Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Irrigation Back
City Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,507
Tax Year: 2023
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $245
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Kyrene Middle School
High School: Corona Del Sol High School
High School District: Tempe Union High School District
Elementary School: C I Waggoner School
Elementary School District: Kyrene Elementary District
Location Information
Directions: From the north go south on Rural Rd. to Carver Rd. Left on Carver Rd. 4th home on the right. From the south - go north on Rural Rd. to Carver Rd. Right on Carver Rd. 4th home on the right.
Community Information
Community Features: Pickleball Court(s): Yes
Community Features: Pickleball, Near Bus Stop, Horse Facility, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Biking/Walking Path
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,484
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Maricopa County
APN: 30151123
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: City Water
Around this home
Schools
C I Waggoner School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Kyrene Middle School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Corona Del Sol High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 22-32% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 111° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 13.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.57M – $1.90M
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