Arizona's Small Estate Thresholds
- Personal property: $200,000 or less in net value (previously $75,000)
- Real property: $300,000 or less in equity (previously $100,000)
These updated thresholds took effect in 2025 under HB 2116. You must wait at least 30 days after death before using a personal property affidavit. For real property, you must wait six months. The affidavit must be signed under penalty of perjury.
When a Small Estate Affidavit Works
This process works best for simple estates with a clear, undisputed heir. It handles bank accounts, vehicle titles, and small personal property well. However, it does not offer the privacy, control, or protection of a living trust. Many Arizona homes still exceed the $300,000 threshold.
Arizona Probate Thresholds: Full Guide
Learn about Arizona's probate thresholds and the small estate affidavit process: Arizona Probate Thresholds in 2026.
To compare every way an Arizona estate can stay out of probate and see which one fits your assets, use our guide to avoiding probate in Arizona.