$2,150,000

820 S FARMER Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281

4 beds |
3 baths |
3,764 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1883
0.57acre lot
2 car garage
$571/sqft
Listed 7 days ago

Property Description

The historic Farmer-Goodwin House is one of Tempe's true architectural treasures. Built in 1883 as ''The grandest house in the Valley'', this rare two-story adobe estate showcases striking Georgian Revival design, a symmetrical floor plan, grand central staircase, lime-plastered walls, and a distinctive hipped roof with ten flush dormers. Once home to ASU's first principal and later to prominent rancher James C. Goodwin, this residence is deeply woven into Arizona history. Lovingly restored and thoughtfully revitalized, this landmark property offers a rare opportunity to own a timeless piece of Tempe's heritage. This home is full of possibilities and flexible spaces, all on a half acre of land with a separate studio. All 4 bedrooms upstairs have plumbing for ensuite baths.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 25, 2026
Data Last Updated:: February 28, 2026 at 5:07AM
Listing Office:: My Home Group Real Estate : 480-685-2760
Listing Agent:: Hilary C Sutter : 480-201-2963
MLS ID:: 6987800

General: Double VanityFull Bth Master BdrmSeparate Shwr & Tub
Laundry: Other
Flooring: Wood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Heat Pump
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplace

General: WorkshopPrivate
Style: See Remarks
Pool: FencedLap
Parking: Detached GarageCircular Driveway

Roofing: Metal
General: StuccoAdobe

HOA Amenities: No Fees
Originating MLS: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service 2
School District: Tempe School District
County: Maricopa

Zoning: 12469155
Fencing: Perimeter

Water: City Water
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service 2

This listing courtesy of Hilary C Sutter , My Home Group Real Estate

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Location

Schools Nearby

Holdeman Elementary School

1326 W 18th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281

Grades KG-5

1.16 miles away

McKemy Academy of International Studies

2250 S College Ave, Tempe, AZ, 85282

Grades 6-8

1.34 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.