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$644,271$187 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $111,650,259 on Sep 28, 2018

242 E 5TH ST

TUCSON, AZ 85705
1
Beds
3
Baths
3,440 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$644K
$601K low$688K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$111,650,259 · Sep 28, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,707 (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.$45,303 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,146
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$630,111

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
5
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPIMA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Refrigerator
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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.Porch · 38 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(3)

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

E
Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Tucson Magnet High SchoolB-
High · Grades 8–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Tucson Unified District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85705These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.61,292
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,255 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,514
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,027
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.11 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.85%

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How this home compares

242 E 5th St 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 more than 98% of homes in Tucson 85705
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in West University
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Tucson 85705
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Pima County
  • Among the oldest homes in Pima County

What homes are worth in Tucson 85705

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

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$127K$615K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Tucson 85705.

How it measures up in Tucson 85705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tucson 85705.

Estimated value$644,271
CheaperTypical $245,954Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area3,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,234 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 242 E 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest UniversityTucson 85705Pima County
Estimated valuepricier than$644,27183% of homes98% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1872% of homes37% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than3,440 ft²91% of homes97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac37% of homes22% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than193563% of homes8% of homesalmost no homes

About 242 E 5th St

How much is 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ is $644,271 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $600,501 to $688,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ last sell?

242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ last sold on Sep 28, 2018 for $111,650,259, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ?

242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ has 1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,440 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ built?

242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ?

242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ is assigned to Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School (elementary), rated C; Tucson Magnet High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Tucson Unified District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ compare to other homes in Tucson 85705?

Among the 11,575 homes in Tucson 85705, it is worth more than 98% of them ($644,271 against a typical $245,954), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($187 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,440 ft² against a typical 1,234 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1935 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Pima County, it is worth more than 89% 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 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 E 5th St, Tucson, AZ was $5,707. The county assessed it at $45,303.

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