8236 N 18th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021

Mid-century modern 1954 Ralph E. Parachek home combines distinctive architecture + contemporary upgrades. Unique features include floor-to-ceiling wrap around window walls, sandblasted block walls, concrete floors & birch ceiling. Open kitchen showcases vintage 'Beauty Queen' lagoon blue metal cabinetry, S/S appliances, new counters & tile backsplash. Owner's suite is split & has W/I closet, updated bath & slider to rear yard. 2nd bedroom is ensuite with updated bath. 3rd bedroom is permitted block addition. New roof '19, new electrical panel '16, new water line '17, new HVAC + exposed ductwork '18. New block fencing, steel entry + RV gates. Irrigated, corner lot on charming street with farms & community garden. Parachek designed many buildings in AZ & wrote book 'Desert Architecture'.