Very private, delightfully peaceful and totally charming Santa Barbara-style gated estate on 1.3 acres close to everything including UofA! Captivating, serene, elegant, romantic, enchanting, unique - all describe this distinctive property. Enter thru private gate past splendid palm-lined drive with plenty of guest parking. Updated interior spaces and cozy wrap-around patios make this magical property ideal for those who appreciate seclusion AND a central location. Gorgeous 3410SF 3BD/3BA retreat w/extensive entertainment areas, glamorous pool area & landscaping evokes refined AZ lifestyle. Grand room w/Catalina views, Fpl & cabinet wall w/auto-rise TV. Circular domed dining room. Citrus gardens, RV 50AMP hook-up, room for boat/toys - No HOA! Owner/Agent. Trades Considered.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
1.3 acresLot Size
$307Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Barbara Bardach• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Yasmeen Al-Abdulrahim• Trends Real Estate, LLC
Reduced Over $30,000. Owner's Illness Causes Huge Reduction. Not A Whisper Of Traffic Noise Can Be Heard Inside This Magnificent Estate! Experience Elegant Outdoor Entertaining Under Covered Wrap-around Flagstone Paved Patios-soothe In Sparkling Spa/Pool + Enjoy Dramatic Mtn Views! Super-sized
MLSSAZ #9806875
Jul 15, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Apr 8, 1998
Listed
$389,900
$114/sq ft
MLSSAZ #9211535
Aug 13, 1993
Sold
$275,000
$81/sq ft
Aug 27, 1992
Listed
$299,000
$88/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1992
Sold
$198,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1990
Sold
$72,000
$21/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1990
Sold
$360,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1984
Sold
$255,000
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1982
Sold
$275,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,277 (+4.4%)
2025
$8,882 (+4.6%)
2024
$8,493 (+4.1%)
2023
$8,161 (+4.4%)
2022
$7,816 (−4.0%)
2021
$8,141 (+1.8%)
2020
$7,994 (+3.2%)
2019
$7,744 (+4.2%)
2018
$7,435 (+1.8%)
2017
$7,306 (+35.2%)
2016
$5,404 (+4.3%)
2015
$5,181 (+6.2%)
2014
$4,877 (+5.3%)
$50 + $33,089
$33,139
2013
$4,634
$50 + $32,358
$32,408
Tax history for 550 W Orange Grove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,277 (+4.4%)
2025
$8,882 (+4.6%)
2024
$8,493 (+4.1%)
2023
$8,161 (+4.4%)
2022
$7,816 (−4.0%)
2021
$8,141 (+1.8%)
2020
$7,994 (+3.2%)
2019
$7,744 (+4.2%)
2018
$7,435 (+1.8%)
2017
$7,306 (+35.2%)
2016
$5,404 (+4.3%)
2015
$5,181 (+6.2%)
2014
$4,877 (+5.3%)
$50 + $33,089
$33,139
2013
$4,634
$50 + $32,358
$32,408
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,410
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pima County
APN
10207052A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 13, 2026.
Aug 8, 2016 • Final
Electrical/mechanical
Upgrade the electrical service to 400 amps.
Electrical
Jul 23, 2015 • Final
Historical
Construct a new porch addition.
Addition
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Stone
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 3,410
Construction Materials: Masonry Stucco
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Fencing: Stucco Finish
Pool Information
Spa Features: Portable
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Levels: One
Security Features: Alarm Installed
Living Area: 3,410
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 56,628
Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
Lot Features: Subdivided
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Pima County - CR1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,877.48
Tax Year: 2014
Parcel Number: 102-07-052A
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Water Company
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Zoned
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Harelson
Middle Or Junior School: Cross
High School: Canyon Del Oro
High School District: Amphitheater
Location Information
Directions: Oracle/Orange Grove - West on Orange Grove to address on right (N)
UnparsedAddress: 550 W Orange Grove Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
Community Information
Community Features: Gated
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,410
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Pima County
APN: 10207052A
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Winifred Harelson Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Lawrence W Cross Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 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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Tucson, AZ • 85704
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.1 hours in
June and 7.7 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$995,000 – $1.20M
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