Perched high above the prestigious Starr Pass resort community, this rare 6.6-acre hilltop parcel offers one of Tucson's most spectacular custom home settings. Once part of a historic mining claim, the property captures sweeping 360-degree views of the Tucson Mountains, sparkling city lights, the distant Catalina peaks, and the green fairways of the JW Marriott Starr Pass Golf Course. Located just outside the formal Starr Pass subdivision, this homesite comes with a distinct advantage — no HOA, no dues, and no restrictive CC&Rs. That freedom opens the door to greater architectural creativity, whether you envision a bold contemporary retreat or a design that blends seamlessly with the surrounding desert. For those seeking even more space, the adjacent 6.6 acres are also available, creating a combined 13-acre opportunity. This is the highest homesite in the area, set directly across from the JW Marriott Resort & Spa. Towering saguaros and native desert flora create a pristine, natural backdrop, perfect for a signature luxury residence or the potential to split into multiple homesites. Optional resort memberships offer access to world-class golf, a luxury spa, fine dining, and fitness facilities. Bordering over 60,000 acres of protected parkland in Tucson Mountain Park and Saguaro National Park, the location is a paradise for hikers, bikers, and nature lovers. Despite its privacy, it's only minutes from Downtown Tucson, Mercado San Agustín, the University of Arizona, I-10, the airport, and major employers such as Caterpillar, Raytheon, and St. Mary's Hospital. Surrounded by high-end custom homes yet free from subdivision restrictions, this property delivers both exclusivity and flexibility a rare combination in one of Tucson's most sought-after resort areas. It's more than a homesite; it's a legacy property ready for a vision as exceptional as its views.
Starr Pass, located between Sentinel Peak (A Mountain) and Tucson Mountain Park, is a desert-hillside and resort-adjacent Tucson neighborhood with saguaro-studded slopes and wide-open sunset views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Starr Pass Boulevard and Anklam Road corridor, where golf greens, trailhead traffic, and a quiet, tucked-away feel meet. JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa and the Starr Pass Golf Club act as local anchors for dining, events, and fairway scenery. Homes lean toward stucco Southwestern forms with courtyards and view-facing patios. Streets climb and curve with the terrain, framing ridgelines and washes. Trail networks and scenic drives shape daily rhythms more than storefront blocks.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Adjacent to Hotel Service Road which is paved
Exterior features
Mountain, city, golf course, panoramic and city lights views
Hillside topography
Private maintained road access
Road surfaces include gravel, dirt and asphalt
Home design
Property offers panoramic and golf course views
Construction
No other structures on the property
Utilities
City franchise water
City electric available (see remarks)
Sewer: see remarks
Water and sewer utilities are located under 350 feet away
Gas service under 350 feet away
Phone service within 1/2 mile
Financial info
Tax year 2024 information available
Other
Lot size approximately 6.67 acres
Lot dimensions: see parcel maps
Directions: Starpass Blvd to Hotel Service Rd to Tucson water pump station (ask broker for Google pin)
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Sale and tax history for 475 S Hotel Service Rd Unit -
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ARMLS #6911023
Aug 6, 2026
Price Changed
$725,000
Aug 26, 2025
Listed
$900,000
MLSSAZ #22522295
Aug 6, 2026
Price Changed
$725,000
Aug 26, 2025
Listed
$900,000
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Perched high above the prestigious Starr Pass resort community, this rare 6.6-acre hilltop parcel offers one of Tucson's most spectacular custom home settings. Once part of a historic mining claim, the property captures sweeping 360-degree views of the Tucson Mountains, sparkling city lights, the distant Catalina peaks, and the green fairways of the JW Marriott Starr Pass Golf Course. Located just outside the formal Starr Pass subdivision, this homesite comes with a distinct advantage — no HOA, no dues, and no restrictive CC&Rs. That freedom opens the door to greater architectural creativity, whether you envision a bold contemporary retreat or a design that blends seamlessly with the surrounding desert. For those seeking even more space, the adjacent 6.6 acres are also available, creating a combined 13-acre opportunity. This is the highest homesite in the area, set directly across from the JW Marriott Resort & Spa. Towering saguaros and native desert flora create a pristine, natural backdrop, perfect for a signature luxury residence or the potential to split into multiple homesites. Optional resort memberships offer access to world-class golf, a luxury spa, fine dining, and fitness facilities. Bordering over 60,000 acres of protected parkland in Tucson Mountain Park and Saguaro National Park, the location is a paradise for hikers, bikers, and nature lovers. Despite its privacy, it's only minutes from Downtown Tucson, Mercado San Agustín, the University of Arizona, I-10, the airport, and major employers such as Caterpillar, Raytheon, and St. Mary's Hospital. Surrounded by high-end custom homes yet free from subdivision restrictions, this property delivers both exclusivity and flexibility a rare combination in one of Tucson's most sought-after resort areas. It's more than a homesite; it's a legacy property ready for a vision as exceptional as its views.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,777 (+4.5%)
2024
$3,614 (+6.2%)
2023
$3,403 (+2.1%)
2022
$3,334 (−0.8%)
2021
$3,360 (+3.3%)
2020
$3,253 (+1.2%)
2019
$3,216 (+2.7%)
2018
$3,132 (−4.9%)
2017
$3,295 (−0.4%)
2016
$3,308 (−8.1%)
2015
$3,598 (+0.4%)
$23,408
2014
$3,582 (+5.1%)
$23,408
2013
$3,408
$23,408
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
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Lot size
6.65 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Pima County
APN
11627004B
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Apr 14, 2026.
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Suburban Ranch Zone
Suburban ranch is intended as a low density zone principally for single-family residences and associated conditional uses on large lots. A wide range of agricultural and ranch uses are permitted. The large minimum lot size requirement of this zone insures a considerable reservation of open space.
Zone overlays
Anklam Wash
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Park & open space
Jul 28, 2023 • Final
Site work
Perform grading work and construct a driveway.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Tucson, AZ • 85745
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 475 S Hotel Service Rd Unit -
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $375,000 and $880,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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