1036 S 78TH Street, Mesa, AZ, 85208
About This Home
Welcome to this beautiful fully updated 2 bedroom 1 3/4 bath home located in the desirable 55+ guard gated golf community Fountain of the Sun. Situated on a spacious oversized lot, this move in ready property offers comfort and style with numerous thoughtful upgrades throughout. This bright and open floor plan boasts lots of natural light and space for today's modern living. Enjoy a newer roof (3-5 yrs old), heat pump (2025), water heater (2026), and a remodeled kitchen (2026), which showcases modern finishes, new soft close cabinetry, quartz countertops, ample cabinet space, a center island, and a convenient glass washer at the sink. The primary suite offers a spacious walk-in closet, while the updated bathroom (2026) offers two sinks, a walk in shower, and provides a fresh, contemporary feel with heated lights for added comfort. This home offers fresh interior paint (2026), exterior paint (2025), and new laminate flooring with new baseboards (2026) throughout. Enjoy low maintenance desert landscaping, relax on your front patio, or step out to the backyard to enjoy the oversized lot offering beautiful fruit trees and plenty of space for entertaining or simply relaxing in the Arizona weather. The FOS community offers a wealth of amenities and features an 18 hole golf course, outside pool and spa, fitness center, pickleball courts, clubhouse, bocce ball, dog park, and numerous other activities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1983
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stucco,Wood Frame,Painted
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-in Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Electric Range
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Non-laminate Counter,Quartz Countertops,High Speed Internet,Double Vanity,Eat-in Kitchen,Breakfast Bar,9+ Flat Ceilings,No Interior Steps,Kitchen Island,Pantry,3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Window features: Screens,Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Laminate
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Heat Pump,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,471
- Total interior livable area: 1,471 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 21867174
- Special condition: Age Restricted (See Remarks)
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Patio
- Exterior features: Private Street(s)
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Block
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Gravel/Stone Front,Gravel/Stone Back,Auto Timer H2O Back
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Direct Access
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Hail
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Maricopa County and Arizona
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,118 | $25,416 |
| Home Insurance | $105 | $1,260 |
| Property Taxes | $153 | $1,836 |
| Electricity | $216 | $2,603 |
| Total | $2,592 | $31,104 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | Pending sale | $419,000 |
| 2026-07-26 | Listed for sale | $419,000 |
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