An architectural vision set within one of Arizona's most exclusive natural landscapes, Saguaro Ranch offers a truly unmatched opportunity to create a private desert sanctuary. Tucked into the Tortolita Mountains just north of Tucson, this guard-gated community is accessible only through a dramatic tunnel carved into the rock, setting the tone for an experience that is as breathtaking as it is private. Spanning 1,200 acres—with 80% preserved as untouched Sonoran Desert—Saguaro Ranch masterfully blends luxury living with the rugged beauty of its surroundings. This 5.135-acre elevated lot captures unobstructed views of Tucson's city lights, surrounding mountain ranges, and an endless horizon of native saguaros and desert flora. A 3,468 square foot custom residence, envisioned in collaboration with Ibarra Rosano Design Architects Inc., includes a 2,846 square foot main home and a 622 square foot guest house. The design reflects a seamless integration of architecture and environment, with natural stone, soaring ceilings, and expansive glass inviting the desert landscape inward. There is also an opportunity for the buyer to further customize interior finishes to match their personal vision. A long paver driveway leads to a private hilltop site with a two-car garage and a solar-covered carport. Outdoor amenities include a custom-designed pool, fireplace, and landscaped living spaces that echo the quiet drama of the Sonoran setting. Saguaro Ranch residents enjoy access to a refined clubhouse, private fitness center, resort-style pool, pickleball courts, and miles of scenic trails. It is a community defined by space, serenity, and understated elegance-where the land is protected, the architecture is intentional, and the lifestyle is simply extraordinary. Renderings , plans and 3D walk-through available upon request.
Tortolita, located between the Tortolita Mountains and the Santa Cruz River, is a desert and foothills Oro Valley neighborhood with wide-open washes and big-sky views. The area reads as low-slung Southwestern homes, newer subdivisions, and equestrian-style lots set against saguaro-studded slopes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Tangerine Road and North Thornydale Road corridor, where trailheads, local cafés, and weekend errand traffic set a practical, outdoors-first rhythm. Community pillars include Tohono Chul, the Gaslight Music Hall, and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance campus for concerts, gardens, and gallery time. Dirt paths and paved multi-use routes link daily routines to the region’s hiking and cycling network. Sunsets and mountain silhouettes tend to define the pace more than storefronts.
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Market insights
13935 Old Ranch House Rd · $2,300,000
SALE-TO-LIST
98.5%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,300,000
Median list price in this area is $393,163. (83% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Living
Interior features
Kitchen island
Walk-in closets
High ceilings
Built-in sound system
Skylights
Low-emissivity and double-pane windows
Prewired for security
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Fire sprinkler system
Accessible entrance with wide doorways and wide hallways
Smart panel
Bedrooms
Bedrooms with walk-in closets
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Convection oven
Gas cooktop
Gas oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Wine cooler
Prep sink
Lazy Susan
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Laundry sink
Gas and electric dryer hookups
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Gas Pac heating
Natural gas available
Central air conditioning
ENERGY STAR qualified heating and cooling equipment
Fireplaces
Two fireplaces (gas, one in the great room)
Exterior features
Covered slab and paver patio
Patio
Wrought iron fencing
Additional carport structure
Heated pool
Decorative gravel landscaping
Graded lot with sprinklers in front
Hillside and elevated lot with north/south exposure
Borders common area
Subdivision with paved roads
Home design
Single-family residence
One level
Faces north
Solar energy system installed
Parking
Attached 2-car garage with garage door opener
Two additional carport spaces (additional covered spaces total 4)
Electric vehicle charging station(s)
Security
Gated community
Security gate
Prewired security
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Fire sprinkler system
Construction
Masonry stucco construction
Built-up and metal roof with ENERGY STAR qualified roofing materials
Utilities
Public water
Septic tank sewer
Solar PV electric system
HOA & community
Homeowners association with quarterly fee
HOA dues cover common area maintenance, gated community, and street maintenance
Community amenities: pool, fitness center, rec center, jogging/bike paths, walking trails, athletic facilities, lighted areas, pickleball courts, paved streets
Financial info
Owner occupied (current use)
Other
Lot zoned Marana - RD180
Electricity and solar
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