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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,683 sqft
Price per Sqft $338
Subdivision Evergreen Historic
MLS Listing ID 7072444
Style Ranch
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1955
Annual Tax Amount $928
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.400 Acres
Acres 0.4
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to 614 N Macdonald, a rare opportunity in Mesa's coveted Evergreen Historic District. Set on nearly half an acre, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home combines the character and agricultural roots of one of central Mesa's established historic neighborhoods with thoughtful modern updates made for today's lifestyle.
From the moment you arrive, this property feels different. A long driveway leads to the two-car carport, while mature trees and the established streetscape set the tone for a home where history and possibility come together. Step inside and you'll find an updated kitchen featuring white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and recessed lighting. Plank tile flooring creates a clean, cohesive look, while updated windows and doors throughout the home add another layer of comfort and efficiency. The roof, HVAC system and ductwork have also been updated, giving you the benefit of meaningful improvements without losing the character that makes this property special.
The family and dining area is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, the kind of feature that instantly makes a home feel like home.
But the real story begins when you step outside.
The nearly half-acre lot offers something increasingly difficult to find in the heart of Mesa: room to grow, plant, garden, create and breathe. The property has irrigation, mature trees, including a pecan tree and a substantial portion of the backyard is currently open and ready for planting.
Imagine what you could do here.
A sprawling vegetable garden. Citrus and fruit trees. Flowers and raised beds. A lush green lawn. Outdoor dining beneath the trees. A private retreat. Or simply keep the open space and enjoy having a backyard that doesn't feel like your neighbor is sitting on top of you.
Evergreen's history is rooted in the agricultural land that helped shape early Mesa, and this property carries that spirit forward with an irrigated parcel offering the kind of mini-farm lifestyle that has become increasingly rare in the city.
There's even a roughly 12' x 12' barn-style storage building with large barn doors which is ideal for gardening equipment, bicycles, tools, holiday storage, hobbies or all the things that normally take over the garage.
Need room for additional vehicles or toys? While there is currently no rear RV gate, the property's long driveway provides considerable additional parking potential in front of the home.
And then there's the location.
You're not simply buying a house in ZIP code 85201. You're buying into the Evergreen Historic District, a neighborhood recognized by both the City of Mesa and the National Register of Historic Places for its important role in Mesa's transition from its agricultural beginnings into the community it is today.
That means mature streetscapes, architectural variety, larger established lots and a neighborhood story you simply cannot reproduce in a new subdivision.
The difference between this home and so many others isn't something you'll understand by looking only at bedroom count or price per square foot.
You have to experience the lot.
Stand beneath the mature trees. Look across the irrigated backyard. Picture what you could plant. Picture Saturday mornings working in the garden, evenings around the fireplace, and having nearly half an acre in central Mesa to make your own.
Homes can be remodeled.
Land like this is much harder to recreate.
If you've been searching for an updated home with historic character, an irrigated oversized lot and enough outdoor space to create a lifestyle instead of simply maintain a backyard, 614 N Macdonald deserves to be seen in person.
Ask about the property's Evergreen Historic District designation and potential historic-property tax benefits.
Come check out the property. See the possibilities. And discover why this may be one of the most interesting opportunities in Mesa's Evergreen Historic District.
Location
State AZ
County Maricopa
Community Evergreen Historic
Area Maricopa
Rooms
Other Rooms Great Room
Master Bathroom true
Den/Bedroom Plus 3
Separate Den/Office N
Interior
Interior Features High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, No Interior Steps, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Carpet, Tile
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, See Remarks, Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Screens,Dual Pane
Appliance Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range
SPA None
Laundry Inside, Wshr/Dry HookUp Only
Exterior
Exterior Feature Storage
Parking Features Separate Strge Area
Carport Spaces 2
Fence Block, Wood
Landscape Description Irrigation Back, Irrigation Front
Community Features Near Light Rail Stop, Near Bus Stop, Historic District
Utilities Available City Gas
Roof Type Composition
Porch Covered Patio(s), Patio
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Dirt Back, Grass Front, Irrigation Front, Irrigation Back
Story 1
Builder Name Unknown
Sewer Public Sewer
Water City Water
Architectural Style Ranch
Structure Type Storage
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Eisenhower Center For Innovation
Middle Schools Carson Junior High School
High Schools Westwood High School
School District Mesa Unified District
Others
HOA Fee Include No Fees
Senior Community No
Tax ID 137-24-042
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Horse Property N
Disclosures Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
Possession By Agreement
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Jason Serikaku
Team Lead | Realtor® SASA659882000
Team Lead | Realtor® SASA659882000