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    $625,000

    12820 W Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743

    3beds
    2,810sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1986
    9.99 Acres Lot
    $601,000 Zestimate®
    $222/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy fireplacePrivate courtyardCharming fruit cellarSouthwest characterCovered porchUnobstructed tucson mountain viewsHand-laid saltillo tile floors
    Experience the Best of Desert Living -- Timeless Charm Meets Modern FreedomNestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert just minutes from Saguaro National Park West and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, this custom 3-bedroom, 3-bath ranch home blends southwest character with space and serenity. Spanning 2,810 sq ft, this retreat offers unobstructed Tucson Mountain views, hand-laid Saltillo tile floors, and a cozy fireplace for those cool desert evenings.Step into a lifestyle tailor-made for hikers, birders, wildlife lovers, stargazers, cyclists, and runners. The covered porch and private courtyard are perfect for unwinding under star-filled skies. The owned well ensures self-sufficient water access, and a large 2-car garage pairs with an air-conditioned workshop  ideal for makers, tinkerers, or creatives seeking dedicated space. A charming fruit cellar adds functional character, while two resident desert tortoises (yes, they come with the home!) make for the most unique neighbors in the neighborhood. Whether you're craving a basecamp for outdoor adventures or a peaceful desert escape, this home delivers modern comfort and ecological harmony  with room to grow, explore, and connect to the land. Move into your desert dream  a home that feels like a destination.
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    Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 04:44am

    Listed by:

    Kimberly Leister 520-904-4248,

    Tierra Antigua Realty,

    Valerie Leon 520-990-4285

    Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22514188MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Workshop
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Exhaust Fan, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower(s), Soaking Tub
    Dining room
    • Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Formal Dining Room
    Kitchen
    • Description: Countertops: Formica
    Living room
    • Features: Off Kitchen
    Heating
    • Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater: Electric
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Entertainment Center Built-In, Wine Cellar, Workshop, High Speed Internet, Family Room, Living Room, Interior Steps, Bonus Room, Workshop
    • Flooring: Mexican Tile
    • Windows: Window Covering: Stay
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,810
    • Total interior livable area: 2,810 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Storage, Tandem, Gravel
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    • Details: RV Parking: Space Available
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Wide Hallways
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
    • Exterior features: Courtyard, Fountain
    • Pool features: None
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: None, Bath
    • Fencing: Barbed Wire,Masonry
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Desert, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Sunrise, Sunset
    Lot
    • Size: 9.99 Acres
    • Dimensions: 1326 x 268 x 1286 x 320
    • Features: Dividable Lot, East/West Exposure, Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Natural Desert, Trees, Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings, Low Care, Trees, Vegetable Garden
    Details
    • Additional structures: Workshop
    • Parcel number: 21330043C
    • Zoning: RH
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Horses can be raised: Yes

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Burnt Adobe
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1986

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Trico
    • Gas: None
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Private Well, Pvt Well (Not Registered), Shared Well
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected
    Green energy
    • Construction elements: Building Materials

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: None
    • Security: None
    • Subdivision: Unsubdivided
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Tucson

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $222/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $367,021
    • Annual tax amount: $3,244
    • Date on market: 5/22/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
    • Ownership: Fee (Simple)
    • Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
    • Road surface type: Dirt
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