1887 E Desert Garden Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate BloomTree Realty
Listed by: donald h vallee
Office: 1912 realty
MLS#:7005850
Source:ARMLS
Price summary
- Price:$2,100,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$494.93
- Monthly HOA dues:$233.67
About this home
Perched high above the city within the prestigious 24/7 guard-gated community of Pima Canyon Estates, this Desert Modernism estate is framed by the Santa Catalina Mountains and Tucson's legendary dark skies. Arrival is quietly dramatic: a discreet motor court, porte-cochère, exposed concrete walkways, and a custom steel-and-glass entry anchored in stacked stone. Just across the street, a lush Zen garden with a tranquil pond and serene sitting areas offers a peaceful extension of the property's restorative atmosphere. Inside, the desert doesn't disappear--it becomes the view. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass bring the Catalinas into everyday living, while travertine floors flow through an open plan designed for effortless gathering. Owner is licensed to sell real estate in Arizona. Thoughtful North/South orientation, a water filtration system, EV charging station, and privately owned solar panels that offer incredible efficiency with an average electric bill of approximately $35.00 per month.
The kitchen is the home's social center, featuring Mont Blanc quartzite counters with seamless integrated backsplash, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and Visual Comfort lighting. French doors open to a veranda courtyard where city lights and mountain silhouettes set the scene for dinner and sunset.
A single-level private primary wing is positioned for sweeping Catalina views and total privacy, featuring an electric fireplace and an adjoining meditation/bonus room. The spa-inspired bath offers dual vanities, a generous walk-in shower, and a freestanding soaking tub designed for true retreat. Across the home, two additional bedrooms each feature renovated en-suite baths and share a private living area--ideal for guests or multigenerational living. A substantial fourth bedroom is perfectly suited as a dedicated home office.
Outdoors, the architecture continues: an integrated pool and elevated spa mirror sky and mountain, complemented by a putting green, while deep cantilevered overhangs create shade and true outdoor "rooms." A spiral staircase leads to a private view deck--your front-row seat to Tucson's color-washed sunsets and star-filled nights. A separate veranda with a trickling fountain adds a quiet, restorative corner of the grounds.
This is not just a home with views. It's a sustainable, secure, and modern lifestyle built around the outdoor setting, privacy, and the Sonoran Desert at its finest....
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Home facts
- Year built:2000
- Listing ID #:7005850
- Updated:May 16, 2026 at 02:55 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Flooring:Stone, Tile
- Living area:4,243 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating:Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:2000
- Building area:4,243 sq. ft.
- Lot area:1.12 Acres
- Lot Features:Desert Back, Gravel/Stone Front
- Architectural Style:Contemporary
- Construction Materials:Stucco
- Exterior Features:Built-in Barbecue, Private Yard
Schools
- Middle school:Lawrence W Cross Middle School
- Elementary school:Winifred Harelson Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:City Water
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,100,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$494.93
- Tax amount:$13,174 (2025)
Parking
- Parking description:Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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