With sensitive selections and simple profiles, this 1948 ranch home is Just minutes to the University of Arizona, the finest restaurants in central Tucson, parks, and the Loop.
This exceptional residence has undergone an extensive renovation where no detail was overlooked—honoring the original architecture while elevating every system, surface, and space.
A rare opportunity to own a historically relevant Catalina Vista home that has been thoughtfully and comprehensively restored, blending midcentury details with modern luxury and sustainability. With walls of glass, exposed brick, and brass lighting fixtures that evoke an era when style reigned supreme, this residence offers the best of Tucson's rich historic architecture.
Neutral, earthy tones, a clear focus on function, and the effortless flow of a reimagined floor plan make this property irresistible. The home features a stunning new primary suite addition, complete with a spa-like bath offering dual sinks, a walk-in shower, glass enclosure,
and refined finishes. The addition is veneered in vintage brick to perfectly complement the original façade.
Concrete floors flow throughout the homeoriginal slabs carefully resurfaced and resealed, with new overlays added where appropriate. Historic windows were meticulously repaired with new glazing and paint, while new Milgard windows and sliding glass doors were added to enhance efficiency without sacrificing character.
The kitchen has been artfully optimized, featuring custom locally crafted cabinetry in clear alder with walnut stain, a custom metal island, quartz countertops, marble mosaic backsplash, a reclaimed wood hood, and all new stainless steel appliances. The gas range also has a dedicated electrical circuit for induction or electric cooking.
Every major system has been upgraded:
" All new electricalpanels, subpanels, and every wire
" New sewer lines to all fixtures in the main house
" Two new HVAC systems with all new ductwork
" New water heater, supply lines, hose bibs, and a whole-house recirculating pump
" Owned solar system for long-term sustainability
Bathrooms have been fully reimagined with new tubs, tile, Heath Ceramics accents, marble and quartz surfaces, new mirrors, fixtures, toilets, valves, and skylights that flood spaces with natural light.
Outdoor living is equally refined. Enjoy a fully renovated pool with new equipment, auto-fill, tile, pebble finish, bench seating, and variable-speed pump. The grounds feature new desert plantings, decomposed granite, turf, custom aggregate walkways, brick patios, metal gates, trellises, privacy walls, and a custom courtyard fence. An exterior bar with granite counters and gray drain sink makes entertaining effortless.
Additional highlights include a guest house with matching custom cabinetry and a three quarter bath. Rigid foam insulation, spray foam insulation, new stucco over insulated framing, custom metal gates and screens, smart security system, EV charging pre-wire, new lighting inside and out, custom storage additions, and thoughtful design details throughoutfrom steel fireplace mantle and built-in alcoves to designer wallpaper and sandblasted ceilings. Highlighting essential design elements and a strong connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, the experience of moving through this home is one of tranquility and transcendence.
This is more than a renovationit's a masterfully executed restoration of a Catalina Vista classic. The architecture, location, and amenities offer an uncommon confluence of style and substance.
