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$387,651$349 / 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

538 W 15TH ST

TEMPE, AZ 85281
1.5
Baths
1,110 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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

$388K
$370K low$405K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,023 (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.$16,876 (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.$350,600

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.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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.0.15
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
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 · 160 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.

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

H
Tempe High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Mosley Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Holdeman Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi

District: Tempe Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85281These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.49,840
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,405 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,003
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,958
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

538 W 15th 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 less than 93% of homes in Clark Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Clark Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Clark Park
  • Older than 97% of homes in Maricopa County

What homes are worth in Tempe 85281

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

This home
$196K$868K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Tempe 85281.

How it measures up in Tempe 85281

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tempe 85281.

Estimated value$387,651
CheaperTypical $423,825Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $318Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,110 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 538 W 15th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClark ParkTempe 85281Maricopa County
Estimated valuepricier than$387,6517% of homes37% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34965% of homes70% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,110 ft²9% of homes30% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac16% of homes59% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195322% of homes14% of homes3% of homes

About 538 W 15th St

How much is 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ is $387,651 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $370,273 to $405,029. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ last sell?

538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ?

538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,110 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ built?

538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ?

538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ is assigned to Tempe High School (high), rated C+; Mosley Middle School (middle), rated D-; Holdeman Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Tempe Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ compare to other homes in Tempe 85281?

Among the 7,352 homes in Tempe 85281, it is worth more than 37% of them ($387,651 against a typical $423,825), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($349 against a typical $318), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,110 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1953 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Maricopa County, it is worth more than 32% 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 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 W 15th St, Tempe, AZ was $2,023. The county assessed it at $16,876.

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