3121 N 27th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Arizona Foothills
Listed by: scott a jarsoninfo@azarchitecture.com
Office: azarchitecture/jarson & jarson
MLS#:6942414
Source:ARMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,345,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$414.36
About this home
HOT DEAL! Authentic 1937 hand-built adobe in sought-after Phx Homesteads Historic District, celebrated for irrigated lots, adobe homes and timeless charm! 3-BR, 3-BA main residence plus 1BR/1BA casita captures the essence of early Arizona living W/thick adobe walls, hand-hewn wood details, playful mosaic art, intimate courtyard patios that invite indoor/outdoor living. Fully equipped detached guesthouse casita offers private BR, ¾ BA, kitchenette; flex-space for guests, studio, income potential. Enjoy heated/cooled pool surrounded by mature trees, hacienda-inspired landscaping on an irrigation ready lot. Historic advantages, modern comfort, hand craftsmanship make this a unique find in one of Phx's most treasured districts: history, artistry, and desert living meet-WOW! See Semi-Pvt 3121 N 27th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phoenix Homesteads Historic District
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Step back in time to an era when craftsmanship and community defined what it meant to live in Arizona. This authentic 1937 hand-built adobe, located in the charming Phoenix Homesteads Historic District, captures the enduring spirit of early desert living. Thick earthen walls, shaded patios, and a lush irrigated lot create an atmosphere that's both timeless and serenean escape just moments from the heart of the city.
The main residence offers three bedrooms and three baths, blending rustic charm with quiet sophistication. Interiors feature hand-hewn woods, crafted details, playful mosaic art, and a warmth that only adobe can provide. Natural light filters through deeply set windows, highlighting spaces that invite art, conversation, and reflection. A heated/chilled pool anchors the central courtyard, surrounded by mature trees and hacienda-style landscapingan ideal setting for both quiet retreat and lively gatherings.
Beyond the main house, a fully equipped detached guest casita provides flexible living options with income potential. Private patios and intimate outdoor spaces connect each structure in a layout that celebrates informality and creative flow. It's a home that feels collected and evolved over timean artist's refuge that balances history, livability, and understated desert elegance. Fully updated, this unique home offers an unequalled setting and a "ready to move in" experience seldom found in most historic residences.
Architect Robert T. Evans, who contributed to many of the homes in Phoenix Homesteads, helped shape this remarkable neighborhood's character. Established in the 1930s as part of a New Deal-era housing initiative, Phoenix Homesteads was designed to provide affordable, self-sufficient living through small-scale farming and cooperative land use. The district remains one of Phoenix's most historically significant enclaves, where adobe craftsmanship, human scale, and community values endure nearly a century later.
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Features
" Authentic hand-built 1937 adobe construction
" Three-bedroom, three-bath main residence
" Detached one-bedroom, ¾-bath guest casita with kitchenette
" Heated and cooled pool with private courtyard setting
" Mature trees and desert-inspired hacienda landscape
" Hand-hewn wood details and handcrafted finishes throughout
" Playful Artist Touches - Hand Crafted Mosaic Art
" Irrigation-available lot perfect for gardens or urban homesteading
" Historic neighborhood property tax advantage
" Near-perfect scale and balance of proportion
" Located in Phoenix Homesteads Historic District, original design by Robert T. Evans
" Some exclusions, See Listing Agents
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Home facts
- Year built:1937
- Listing ID #:6942414
- Updated:February 14, 2026 at 03:50 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:4
- Flooring:Concrete, Tile
- Living area:3,246 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating:Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1937
- Building area:3,246 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.22 Acres
- Lot Features:Desert Back, Desert Front, East/West Exposure, Sprinklers In Front, Synthetic Grass Back, Synthetic Grass Front
- Architectural Style:Spanish, Territorial
- Construction Materials:Adobe, Painted, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Private Yard, Storage
Schools
- High school:Camelback High School
- Middle school:Larry C Kennedy School
- Elementary school:Larry C Kennedy School
Utilities
- Water:City Water
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,345,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$414.36
- Tax amount:$3,449 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Skylight(s)
- Pool features:Variable Speed Pump
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