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971 E LOBSTER TRAP Lane, Tempe, AZ 85283

$525,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,762 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,625 Status: Closed
Current Price: $525,000 Last Modified: 9/22/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 971 E Lobster Trap Ln in The Lakes community of Tempe, where this incredible home meets one of the most iconic lifestyles in the East Valley. Surrounded by lush tree lined streets and sparkling lakes, this neighborhood offers boating, scenic walking paths, and a true sense of community. Residents enjoy a private clubhouse, tennis courts, parks, a resort style pool, and year-round events. Perfectly located in the heart of Tempe near top dining, shopping, and freeway access. This is a rare opportunity to own in a vibrant lake community that feels like a getaway every day.

Listing Details MLS# 7018243

Location, Tax & Legal

House Number
971
Compass
E
Street Name
LOBSTER TRAP
St Suffix
Lane
City/Town Code
Tempe
State/Province
AZ
Zip Code
85283
Zip4
1941
Country
US
County Code
Maricopa
Assessor Number
301-02-677
Subdivision
The Lakes
Tax Year
2025

Contract Information

Type
Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership
Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN
No

General Property Description

Dwelling Type
Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles
Detached
Exterior Stories
2
# of Interior Levels
2
# Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
Yes
Total Bathrooms
3
Approx SQFT
1762
Price/SqFt
297.96
Horses
N
Builder Name
Mission Viejo
Year Built
1973
Lead Based Hazard Disclosure
Yes
Approx Lot SqFt
6625
Approx Lot Acres
0.152
Community Pool Y/N
Yes
Private Pool Y/N
No
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
Yes
Elementary School District
Tempe School District
High School District
Tempe Union High School District
Elementary School
Rover Elementary School
Jr. High School
Fees College Preparatory Middle School
High School
Marcos De Niza High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street
Rural Rd and Baseline Rd
Directions
South on Rural, east (left) on Southshore with an immediate left turn onto Westshore. Continue north it will be the 2nd street and turn right onto Lobster Trap and home is down at the end on the right.

Status Change Info

Off Market Date
2026-09-22
Under Contract Date
2026-08-07
Close of Escrow Date
2026-09-22

Legal Info

Township
1S
Range
4E
Section
2
Lot Number
144

More Information

Basement

Basement Y/N
N

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces
2
Slab Parking Spaces
2
Total Covered Spaces
2

Showing Notification Methods

Showing Service
Aligned Showings

Sold Info

Loan Type
VA
Loan Years
30
Payment Type
Fixed
Closing Cost Split
Seller Assist - A
Buyer Concession $/%
$
Seller Concession to Buyer
Yes
Seller Concession $/%
%

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible
Yes

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Add'l Property Use: Ranch Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm Master Bedroom: Upstairs Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Flooring: Laminate; Tile Community Pool Features: Cabana; Fenced; Heated; Lap; Outdoor; Play Pool Spa: None Community Features: Biking/Walking Path; Clubhouse/Rec Room; Comm Tennis Court(s); Community Media Room; Community Spa; Community Spa Htd; Racquetball; Lake; Near Bus Stop; Pickleball; Workout Facility Dining Area: Formal Kitchen Features: Electric Oven; Electric Cooktop; Multiple Ovens Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included Construction: Block Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco Roofing: Tile Cooling: Central Air Heating: Electric Utilities: SRP Water Source: City Water Sewer: Sewer - Public Fencing: Block; Wood Property Description: North/South Exposure Landscaping: Grass Front; Grass Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back Lockbox Type: Supra Possession: Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: Other (See Remarks) Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear New Financing: Cash; VA; FHA; Conventional Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail

Documents

IDX
Listing Office: Century 21 Seago
Office Phone: 480-756-2121
Office Email: [email protected]
Last Updated: September - 22 - 2026
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