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$342,820$303 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $45,000 on Jul 12, 2010

1520 W UNIVERSITY DR

MESA, AZ 85201
2
Baths
1,130 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$343K
$322K low$364K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$45,000 · Jul 12, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$629 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$27,710 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$277,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMaricopa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Refrigerator
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 44 ft²

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(5)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Whittier Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Carson Junior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Westwood High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Mesa Unified District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85201These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,562 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,684
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,145
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.9 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.86%

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How this home compares

1520 W University Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Mesa 85201
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Mesa 85201
  • Older than 95% of homes in Maricopa County

What homes are worth in Mesa 85201

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$195K$645K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Mesa 85201.

How it measures up in Mesa 85201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mesa 85201.

Estimated value$342,820
CheaperTypical $357,223Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$303
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,130 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,358 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 1520 W University Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMesa 85201Maricopa County
Estimated valuepricier than$342,82043% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30386% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,130 ft²31% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac65% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than195514% of homes5% of homes

About 1520 W University Dr

How much is 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ is $342,820 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $321,766 to $363,874. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ last sell?

1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ last sold on Jul 12, 2010 for $45,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ?

1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ has 2 bathrooms, 1,130 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ built?

1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ?

1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ is assigned to Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Carson Junior High School (middle), rated D-; Westwood High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Mesa Unified District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ compare to other homes in Mesa 85201?

Among the 10,879 homes in Mesa 85201, it is worth more than 43% of them ($342,820 against a typical $357,223), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($303 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,130 ft² against a typical 1,358 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1955 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Maricopa County, it is worth more than 21% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1520 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ was $629. The county assessed it at $27,710.

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