Tucked away just rear of the existing 1908 old adobe School House ruins and sun-dried adobe brick walls that sit gently north and west of the property, this beautiful newly constructed home reflects the lands rich preserved history in Tucson's Old Fort Lowell Historic Neighborhood. As you step onto the property you're taken back to the village of El Fuerte, aka ''The Fort'', where the Old School House was built for the children of the community, across the street enjoy views & a short walk to the Historic San Pedro Chapel. A unique and rare preserved piece of history that welcomes you day to day with serene desert living beauty & relaxation. 9-10 ft ceilings, modern open concept living, gorgeous kitchen with waterfall island, elegant quartz countertops, plentiful cabinetry, a spacious walk-in pantry, rustic wood beams, and a courtyard pool, all so perfect for family gatherings & entertaining. Each ensuite shows attention to design work & detail providing comfort, privacy & space for all. Study/office offers flexibility to work from home or use as a creative bonus room. Exceptional craftsmanship throughout shows the dedication, time & commitment in the design build of this beautiful new home, in keeping with timeless preserved historical significance this property holds, a true rich value in itself. Seller licensed to buy/sell real estate in state of AZ, Owner/Agent; Listing Agent has a financial interest in property, treat as Owner/Agent. Please do not enter historic adobe ruins.
Old Fort Lowell, located between East Fort Lowell Road and North Country Club Road, is a historic and residential Tucson neighborhood with adobe-era roots and leafy, irrigated streetscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Fort Lowell Park, where ballfields, shaded paths, and the preserved Fort Lowell Museum grounds set a calm, outdoors-forward rhythm. Low-slung ranch homes and Sonoran-style courtyards sit alongside remnants of the old military post and early settlement patterns. La Encantada’s open-air promenades add a polished retail-and-dining counterpoint nearby. Trail links and pocket parks keep daily routines oriented to walking and cycling. The result is a place where desert light, heritage sites, and green corridors share the same frame.
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Offer insights
5259 E Fort Lowell Rd · $1,799,000
$1.8M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.8M+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
98.5%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,799,000
Median list price in this area is $393,140. (78% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Kitchen island
Beamed ceilings
Walk-in closets
High ceilings
Double pane windows
Smoke detectors
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
Two half bathrooms
Kitchen
Lazy Susan
Electric cooktop
Microwave
ENERGY STAR dishwasher
ENERGY STAR refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room with sink
Electric dryer hookup
Heating & cooling
Electric heating with ENERGY STAR qualified equipment
Dual cooling with ENERGY STAR qualified equipment
Exterior features
Covered slab patio
Wood fencing
Decorative gravel landscaping
Subdivided lot
North/South exposure
Paved road access
City-maintained road
Tennis courts, jogging/bike path, racquetball, lake, park and walking trails in the community
Historic community elements
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
New construction
Accessible design with level entry and wide doorways
Faces south
Parking
Attached 2-car garage with garage door opener
Two covered parking spaces
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Slump block and masonry stucco construction
Built-Up roof
Utilities
Public water
Septic tank sewer
HOA & community
Community amenities include tennis courts, jogging/bike paths, racquetball, lake, park and walking trails
Other
Owner occupied
Electricity and solar
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This zone provides for suburban, low density, single-family, residential development, agriculture and other compatible neighborhood uses.
Zone overlays
FORT LOWELL
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Golf related
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
May 4, 2026 • Final
Residential new dwelling
Work on a single-family home.
New construction
Mar 23, 2026 • Final
Residential pool and/or spa
Construct a new residential swimming pool.
Pool and hot tub
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
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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 • 85712
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5259 E Fort Lowell Rd
$1,731,893
$67K under list price of $1.80M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $770K to $1.7M.