''On a clear day, you can see forever...'' Those lyrics have never rung more true than when you are looking at 360 views of the mountain ranges and city lights of Tucson from your Rooftop patio! Home sits on 3.32 acres down a short gravel drive. Built of mud adobe and straw bale, blanketed with stucco, this Tucson gem reflects all that one expects in a Southwestern home. The colors, the interesting little niches, the design, Saltillo tile, vega ceiling beams, all bring the character and charisma you would expect to this lovely home. Located at the base of the Tucson Mtns, minutes from I-10 and Saguaro National Park West; private, yet close to all of Tucson, shopping, & fine restaurants. Has been used as an owner's getaway as well as VRBO for many years.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
3.32 acresLot Size
$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Donna Reed• Keller Williams Southern Arizona
QUIET LOCATION IS IMERSED IN DESERT WITH MTN & CITY VIEWS! AUTHENTIC MUD ADOBE. ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN W/QUALITY CUSTOM FEATURES. PASSIVE SOLAR 18 IN.WALLS WOOD CASED WINDOWS & DOORS,COZY BEEHIVE FIREPLACE,SALTILLO TILE FLOORS & HIGH CEILINGS W/WOOD PLANKING &VEGA BEAMS THRUOUT! AZ RM, COURTYARD,HUGE 20X20 GARAGE/WOKSHOP. MAIN HOUSE HAS 3BD 1BA, GUEST HSE HAS 1BD 1BA W/PLANS AVAILABLE FOR EXPANSION. 3.3 AC OF SERENITY YET CLOSE TO EVERYTHING
MLSSAZ #9818860
Dec 15, 1998
Sold
$186,000
$91/sq ft
Oct 21, 1998
Listed
$192,000
$94/sq ft
MLSSAZ #9612462
Sep 30, 1996
Sold
$165,000
$81/sq ft
Jul 20, 1996
Listed
$168,700
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,918 (+5.0%)
2025
$3,731 (−5.8%)
2024
$3,961 (+4.1%)
2023
$3,804 (+6.7%)
2022
$3,565 (−24.1%)
2021
$4,697 (+5.3%)
2020
$4,461 (−2.5%)
2019
$4,577 (+2.8%)
2018
$4,453 (+1.7%)
2017
$4,379 (−41.4%)
2016
$7,477 (+91.4%)
2015
$3,906 (+6.4%)
2014
$3,670 (+22.7%)
$50 + $21,806
$21,856
2013
$2,991
$50 + $20,633
$20,683
Tax history for 7281 N Cortaro Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,918 (+5.0%)
2025
$3,731 (−5.8%)
2024
$3,961 (+4.1%)
2023
$3,804 (+6.7%)
2022
$3,565 (−24.1%)
2021
$4,697 (+5.3%)
2020
$4,461 (−2.5%)
2019
$4,577 (+2.8%)
2018
$4,453 (+1.7%)
2017
$4,379 (−41.4%)
2016
$7,477 (+91.4%)
2015
$3,906 (+6.4%)
2014
$3,670 (+22.7%)
$50 + $21,806
$21,856
2013
$2,991
$50 + $20,633
$20,683
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
144,619
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,048
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pima County
APN
22132017B
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Dec 5, 2024.
SR
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.
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 23, 2015 • Final
Historical
Construct a new single-family home with a temporary electrical service. The residential building is a one-story structure.
New construction
Jul 23, 2015 • Final
Electrical/mechanical
Perform a residential plumbing repipe with like-for-like materials.
Plumbing
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: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Storage
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Sound System
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Microwave
Other Equipment: Pre-Wired Sat Dish
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Laundry Features: Washer, Dryer
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Great Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,048
Construction Materials: Adobe, Straw, Stucco
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Workshop
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Screened, Patio
Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
Pool Information
Spa Features: Conventional
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Levels: One
Security Features: Alarm Installed
Living Area: 2,048
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 144,619
Lot Size Dimensions: 219-658-219-659
Lot Features: East/West Exposure, North/South Exposure
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Owner Maintenance
Zoning: Pima County - SR
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,577.04
Tax Year: 2019
Parcel Number: 221-32-017B
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Phone Connected
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Coyote Trail
Middle Or Junior School: Marana
High School: Marana
High School District: Marana
Location Information
Direction Faces: East
Directions: Ina and I-10 west to Cortaro, right to sign and property on left. There is a large metal sign and the numbers 7281 in Talavera tile at the entrance. Stay to the left and you will come to the home., through a gate and across a bridge. Home is yellow.
UnparsedAddress: 7281 N Cortaro Road, Tucson, AZ 85743
Community Information
Community Features: Walking Trail
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,048
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 3.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: —
County: Pima County
APN: 22132017B
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 5, 2024
Around this home
Schools
Coyote Trail Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Marana Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 9.7mi
3/10
Marana High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
20% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° 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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Tucson, AZ • 85743
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
13.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$557,000 – $674,000
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