5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 (MLS# 22317021)


$1,095,000
5855 S Old Spanish Trail
Tucson, AZ 85747
MLS# 22317021
Status: Closed
3 beds  |  3 baths  |  2729 sqft

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Set atop a knoll on 20 acres with sweeping views and backing to Saguaro National Park East.
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Set atop a knoll on 20 acres with sweeping views and backing to Saguaro National Park East. Burnt adobe ranch, perfectly situated with open main living areas and spacious bedrooms. Classic features like beam ceilings and adobe fireplace bring a comfort and a bit of the old west to life. Designed with desert living in mind the home has extended eaves giving shade next to the home all day and the yard is an extension of the home, surrounded by view fence and views in every direction. Family Room is a generous room with fireplace and huge windows to the East and to the South. Upon entering the gate at the front yard, you are greeted by gorgeous mature landscape. 5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 The natural beauty of the desert when the sun sets is breathtaking and this is a view that never gets old! Pool area to the East of the home, front facing to the South. Fish pond under the extended eave area and herb garden raised beds on irrigation. Lots of paver walkways, lush landscape, citrus trees are on irrigation. Just through the gate... Open main living area with fireplace. All windows replaced with dual pane, Low E windows. Living room connects to main dining area, which passes through to the family room. 5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 Connects the Living Room area with the Family Room. Screened in porch out the French door. Note the curved stairs that lead from house to the pool. 5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 Lush and beautiful From back of East side yard is the pool gate and a few steps down is the pool area. Equipment has been updated, new cool decking installed with drains and wonderful lighting for the perfect evening swim. Everything you could want or need here! Functional work island, niche at stove for spices and oils and more than enough counter and storage space. Gorgeous side yard with fountain and gorgeous Saguaro overlooks the pool and have vast views to the Southeast. Back inside, this view is from the fireplace toward the front of house. Entry to Kitchen, then Powder Room and Dining area, left to right. Kitchen opens to Living Room on this side, note pantry cabinet, microwave and TV above (both stay). The nook has a perfect banquette seat (stays with home) and corner windows to let in natural morning light and the sights and sounds of nature. This area also open to living room. Gas stove (propane) with hood, granite composite sink with a view! Spacious bedrooms have ceiling fans and tile floors (no carpet in this house). Hall bath has lots of storage with linen or storage closets inside and out. Gracious bath any guest will love with double vanity, slab granite countertops, all new fixtures, hardware, accessories and lighting in baths. Artistic custom tile set and horizontal niche. 5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 Primary suite has a walk in closet plus North picture window, and sitting room or den (door in view). This view you see the ensuite bath entry in view, Lovely grassy area and natural desert and Saguaro Park behind. Another completely remodeled bath with double vanity... form and fashion. Oversized custom shower with frameless enclosure is a work of art! This space has access to the backyard, the studio/den off Primary suite and garage. Completely remodeled kitchen with Rustic Alder cabinetry, slab granite countertops, work island, gas stove and stainless steel appliances. Currently the exercise room, has a closet and connects to utility room. Southeast corner, front yard. Laundry room with folding table and utility sink, door is access to garage. Equipped for viewing the starry nights! Retractable roof (electric) and mount for telescope inside. Surrounded by custom metal fence... Stained concrete floor, generous patio to enjoy the evenings and outdoor dining. Note to the left, paved cement drive and circular gravel area with extra parking. Fish pond with plants, this area is to the front of house, with Family room inside. 5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 Real grass in several areas 360 degree views found here.

Property Description
One-of-a-kind, custom built, classic Burnt Adobe Ranch on 20 acres of prime Saguaro studded land backing on its North border to Saguaro National Park East, this is where the Old West meets today! Custom built by original owner and brought fully up to today's living by current owner, this home is a work of love, wonderfully cared for its whole life! A private, solar powered entry gate brings you to this home atop a knoll, allowing fantastic 360-degree views... sunrise or sunset, city lights and the valley plus the rolling hills and natural desert of the Park, you will never be without a view! The residence itself is 2729 sq ft of living space, with a swimming pool, observatory building, a utility storage building (serviced with septic, water and electric), 2 private registered wells...

Details
Maps
Documents
Address Information
Street #: 5855
Direction: S
Street Name: Old Spanish
Suffix: Trail
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85747
County: Pima
Country: USA
Location, Tax & Legal
Comparable Only Listing: No
Tax Code: 205-68-0040
Tax Year: 2022
Taxes: 7553.21
Legal Description: From Parcel 001010010/E2 of Nw4 Ne4 20.00 Ac Sec 8-15-16
Area: Upper Southeast
Subdivision: N/A
Community: None
Township: 15
Range: 16
Section: 8
Municipality/Zoning: Pima County - SR
Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
Fema Flood Zone: No
Municipal Flood Zone: No
Contract Information
Current Price: $1,095,000
Sold Price: $1,095,000
Listing Date: 2023-08-08
Status: Closed
Co-Op Fee: 3.0%
Variable Commission: 1
Method of Title: Fee (Simple)
Distressed Info: None
Status Change Info
Off Market Date: 2023-09-07
Pending Date: 2023-09-29
Sold Date: 2023-10-04
Sold Price: $1,095,000
Sold Price/SqFt: 401.25
Lot Sz Sold Prc/SqFt: 1.26
How Sold: Cash
Showing Information
Directions: Old Spanish Trail/Houghton, S on Old Spanish Trail to Alvord Rd (no sign) which is across OST from Jeremy Crossing street. Next left after Saguaro Buttes Event entry.
General Property Information
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Status: Existing
Lot Dimensions: 1317 x 653' approx
Lot Acres: 20
Lot Sqft: 871197
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Combined SqFt: 2729
Main House SqFt: 2729
Source of SqFt: Floor Plan
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Prkng: 2
Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Total Baths: 3
Basement: No
# of Fireplaces: 2
Year Built: 1973
School District: Vail
Elementary School: Ocotillo Ridge
Middle School: Old Vail
High School: Vail High School
Horse Property: Yes - By Zoning
Horse Facilities: No
List Price/SqFt: 401.25
Lot Size Price/SqFt: 1.26
Remarks & Misc
Geo Lat: 32.146077
Geo Lon: -110.7269
Roof
Other: metal shingle
Kitchen Features
# of Ovens: 1
Countertops: Slab Granite
Pantry: Cabinet
Appliance Color: Stainless
Other: counter micro & TV
Primary Bathroom Features
Countertops: Slab Granite
Additional Bathroom Features
Other: Counter: Granite
Extra Room
Other: Off Primary/flex rm
Interior Features
Energy Efficient Lighting: All
Interior Steps Y/N: N
Main Cooling
SEER Rating: 19
Electric
Electric Company: TEP
Sewer
Other: 2 septic systems
Water
Other: 2 wells on property
Garage/Carport Feat
Attached Garage: 1
Pool
Conventional: Yes
Landscape - Front
Other: inner walled yard
Landscape - Rear
Other: outside fenced area
Driveway
Paved: Concrete
Exterior Features
Front Faces: South
Other: Observatory bldg
Subdivision Restrict
Age Restrictions: No
CC&Rs: No
Deed Restrictions: No
Association & Fees
HOA: No
Submit With Offer
Other: Well Addendum
Home Protection
Offered: No
Sold Info
Seller Paid Repairs: 1100
Property Features
Stories: One
Construction: Burnt Adobe
Style: Ranch
Roof: Metal
Living Areas: Family Room; Living Room
Dining Areas: Breakfast Nook; Dining Area
Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; Exhaust Fan; Garbage Disposal; Gas Range; Island; Lazy Susan; Refrigerator
Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Exhaust Fan; Shower Only
Additional Bathroom Features: Countertops/Hall; Double Vanity; Exhaust Fan; Pedestal Sink(s); Powder Room; Shower & Tub
Laundry: Dryer; Laundry Room; Sink; Washer
Extra Room: Bonus Room; Studio
Guest Facilities: None
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Dual Pane Windows; Exposed Beams; Foyer; Storage; Walk In Closet(s); Water Softener; Water Purifier
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Fireplace Location: Family Room; Living Room
Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
Window Covering: Stay
Technology: Alarm System; Satellite Dish
Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans; Central Air; Heat Pump
Main Heating: Electric; Energy Star Qualified Equipment; Heat Pump
Water Heater: Electric
Gas: Propane
Sewer: Septic
Water: Pvt Well (Registered)
Accessibility Option: Door Levers
Security: Alarm Installed; Gated; Security Lights; Smoke Detector(s)
Garage/Carport Feat: Electric Door Opener
Patio/Deck: Covered; Patio; Paver; Screened
Spa: None
Fence: Masonry; View Fence; Wrought Iron
Landscape - Front: Flower Beds; Grass; Shrubs; Sprinkler/Drip; Trees
Landscape - Rear: Decorative Gravel; Natural Desert; Shrubs; Trees
View: Desert; Mountains; Panoramic; Sunset
Road Type: Dirt
Road Maintenance: Road Maintenance Agreement
Driveway: Car(s) Pad; Circular
RV Parking: Space Available
Exterior Features: Courtyard; Dog Run; Fountain; See Remarks; Shed; Solar Screens; Waterfall/Pond
Lot Features: Dividable Lot; Elevated Lot; Hillside Lot; North/South Exposure
Neighborhood Feature: None
Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA
Submit With Offer: Domestic Well Addendum; Lead Based Paint Disclosure; On-site Wastewater
Property Disclosures: Affidavit of Disclosure; Insurance Claims History Report; Lead-Based Paint; Seller Prop Disclosure
Special Conditions: None
Supplements
a working windmill, 2 septic systems, and a cement foundation from previous building still intact and useful for your future needs. The interior was completely renovated in 2019, all new tile flooring, all new dual pane Low E windows, 19 Seer HVAC system (2021), 50-year metal shingle roof. Custom gourmet island kitchen with breakfast nook has high end, upscale finishes, and unique custom touches. All baths, lighting and fixtures have been completely, tastefully updated. The warmth and comfort of the original construction meets and beautifully blends with the conveniences of today. The exterior features a wrap around extended eave giving your windows shade all day, perfectly situated for Tucson's climate. The home's yard is fully fenced and gated, inviting the outdoors in, this is one of the most lush, inviting and magical yards with extensive views, privacy, grassy areas, multiple paver seating areas and walkways, citrus trees, a pond with fish, raised herb garden and lovely water fountain. The swimming pool is separately fenced, with Ramada, new cool deck, updated equipment and ample outdoor lighting, a great entertaining space. Minutes from the new connector at Old Spanish Trail and Valencia means a short drive to every convenience in town in Vails new shopping district on Houghton and Mary Ann Cleveland. A picture is worth a thousand words, so I invite you to view the home tour and the video of this property, you will fall in love with this Diamond in the Desert!

Listing Office: Keller Williams Southern Arizona

Last Updated: April - 18 - 2024

5855 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747 - MLS# 22317021
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