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$353,537$253 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $105,000 on Apr 29, 2014

523 W UNIVERSITY DR

MESA, AZ 85201
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,398 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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

$354K
$340K low$368K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Apr 29, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$742 (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.$7,526 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyMARICOPA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 172 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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

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

E
Emerson Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Carson Junior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Westwood High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

523 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 77% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Older than 93% 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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$188K$661K

This home is worth more than 51% 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$353,537
CheaperTypical $352,350Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,398 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,359 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 523 W University Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMesa 85201Maricopa County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,53751% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25354% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,398 ft²53% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac41% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than195920% of homes7% of homes

About 523 W University Dr

How much is 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ is $353,537 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $339,533 to $367,541. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ last sell?

523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ last sold on Apr 29, 2014 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ?

523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,398 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ built?

523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ?

523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ is assigned to Emerson Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; 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 523 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 51% of them ($353,537 against a typical $352,350), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($253 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,398 ft² against a typical 1,359 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1959 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Maricopa County, it is worth more than 23% 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 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ was $742. The county assessed it at $7,526.

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