Yikes. Call U-haul and ask them what their busiest month is and they’ll tell you June…yet, our inventory is UP again this month from last month. Could it be due to new build sales, the super hot rental market, or maybe because (according to strong Federal information released) interest rates are soon to be on the rise? It’s a little too early for the “hot” home selling season to be dying down. Sellers, price accordingly or you won’t sell.
Welcome to one of the most highly sought after homes in the Evergreen Historic District of Mesa. There truly is no home in the Valley of the Sun that is quite like this one. The home has been the stage of many TV commercials and professional photo shoots for a variety of uses and media. Step inside and you’ll see why… The wide, treelined streets, the gathering of an eclectic variety of bungalow homes, and the quaint, tight knit community of neighbors complete the feel of times past while incorporating the convenience and amenities that a modern family requires. Built by a medical doctor in 1904/1905 when Arizona was still just a territory, the home has been renovated since yet special attention was paid to restore some of the original qualities of the home.
The original wood flooring in the formal living room still exists today as do original windows, moldings, and built-ins. With nearly 3700 square feet of living space that includes a formal living room, family room, formal dining room, and HUGE bonus / game room, you can rest assured that there is room for the entire family to gather for holidays, celebrations, and visits. The historic warmth of the home is so inviting and comfortable that you may have to actually ask guests to leave when it’s time to turn in for the evening!
The remodeled gourmet kitchen boasts gas cook stove, built in refrigerator, stainless appliances, contrasting color two tone cabinets, built-in refrigerator, apron sink, wainscoting on the walls, white subway tile backsplash, and granite counters. All three bathrooms have been completely remodeled. One has a beautiful clawfoot tub that completes the feel from the Era. The very private master suite has been completely remodeled from flooring to bathroom fixtures and decor. In addition to the spacious privacy, the master suite offers a private balcony with views soaring over the rooftops of neighbors serving as the perfect romantic getaway. The roof over the 2nd floor has been replaced recently with shingles and the entire home painted inside and out with eye-catching custom paint colors.
This little piece of historic paradise sits on an oversized lot with access to city irrigation. The options are endless from large family gatherings to baseball games with the kids on a lot of this size. Enjoy the coming and going of the seasons under the canopy of majestic, mature trees and vibrant green grass and shrubbery. The neighbors are friendly and some have been living in their homes for decades. This tight knit community feel lends itself beautifully to holiday celebrations such as Halloween and the Christmas season. More than 600 children visit Evergreen during Halloween and the streets are lined with lights and decorations immediately following Thanksgiving to welcome the coming Christmas season. If you are looking to rekindle the warmth and homey feeling of a visit to Grandma’s in your every day life then this is it. You are home.
The location is also quite convenient and up and coming. Downtown Mesa is within walking distance and is beginning it’s transformation back to the bustling metropolis that it once was. New businesses have been opened and the the light rail is almost complete. Downtown Mesa is the home of the world renowned Mesa Arts Center, the historical museum, and many highly recommended restaurants including Nunthaporn’s Thai Cuisine and the original Blue Adobe. The homes in the historic districts (there are 8 districts total) are being renovated and welcoming new families into the community. There is quite a vision among the community for the future of Downtown and the groundwork is being laid each day toward this vision. The Downtown Mesa association and the Mesa Chamber coordinate events on a weekly basis that interest all walks of life. This includes the arts, music, and family friendly events. This is a lifetime of fond memories, great neighbors, and charm all wrapped up in beautiful, Historic Downtown Mesa.
Please feel free to contact the listing agent for more information on the growth and development of this area and Downtown Mesa.
Attention urban farmers, artists, musicians and history buffs! Retro exposed brick with French country industrial decor meets convenience with this fully remodeled, Evergreen historic beaut! Never before has this particular property been offered and never before has it looked quite like this. It’s love at first sight upon entry as you are welcomed by the soaring ceilings (not common in the historic districts) and the ”wall of glass” exit to the back patio and built in BBQ area. Fall further in love as you admire the silver wood flooring, accent walls and custom paint throughout, 2 fully remodeled bathrooms, fresh carpet in all 4 bedrooms (it’s so cozy!), exposed brick throughout, and updated hardware and fixtures.
Enter into the kitchen and you will be head over heels! The entire ceiling has been opened up with windows added to let in all of the natural light, French country style white cabinets with matching granite counters, new stainless appliances, walk-in pantry, distressed “wood” flooring (it’s really tile!), and coal black exposed ducts complete the look and feel of this kitchen that is fit for a chef of any caliber.
Let’s head outside to the built-in BBQ and covered patio area! Hours upon hours of enjoyment is to be had with this large, open, grassy yard…perfect for entertaining friends and family! There’s room for your flag football or family baseball game without disturbing the back yard chickens, the citrus trees, or the sprawling (fenced) urban garden. The chicken coop and irrigation is set up and ready to go!
Do you need a cool area for food storage or an insulated, detached building for the band to practice, an art studio, or just a KILLER wine room? This property has that too!! Detached “basement” out building with not one but TWO walk-in freezer / refrigerators. There is just so much potential with this building alone!
But wait, there’s more! We haven’t even talked about the “granny flat”, the separate laundry room, or the detached workshop! YES! This property has that too!! The “granny flat” or guest house has a full kitchen and bathroom! It even has a it’s own mail box so it is perfect to rent out to help pay the mortgage (ask Katie Lambert if you need a tenant…she has a list of them just waiting for a guest house to rent). The laundry room is the perfect set up for a tenant in the guest house…they can still use the (air conditioned) facilities without disturbing anyone in the main house!
As if all that wasn’t enough…this historic beaut is located within the Evergreen historic district boundaries where wide, quiet tree lined streets and friendly, family-like neighbors (some of which have lived there for decades), and the art & self-sustainable friendly community that surrounds makes you ask yourself…”Am I still in Arizona?”.
If you are new to the Evergreen historic district and the Downtown Mesa area be sure to do your homework on what is up and coming. The very tight knit group of neighbors, local business owners, and music and arts community strive daily to create the unique atmosphere that is Downtown Mesa. Aside from the grass roots sense of community enjoy modern conveniences such as the light rail (ditch the car… You won’t need it anymore), plenty of award winning restaurants, eclectic shops, MCC, Benedictine College, Wilkes College, and coming soon…ASU.
