Historic Blenman-Elm, but make it mid-century cool meets colorful Tucson soul! Live like a local, where Tucson's history and convenience collide. This 1958 double brick mid-century stunner offers the ultimate in LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Situated on a .28 acre corner lot with mountain views, sparkling pool, 1 Bedroom/1 Bath guest house and new solar system, near all things Tucson. The exterior winks MCM while the interior pops with vibrant Mexican color: joyful, warm and absolutely unforgettable. Inside, the open, vaulted, exposed wood beam ceilings showcase how the Great Room flows seamlessly to the exceptional indoor/outdoor entertainment spaces with Catalina Mountain views on display from the Dining and Living areas, as well as the Primary En Suite and Bedroom 3. . *CONT-- Split 3BR/2BA floor plan in main house offers privacy and function. Casita flexes beautifully as space for guests, an office, studio or high income-producing ADU!
Curb appeal ... Ooooo La La! Pull up to circular drive with pavers, gorgeous drought resistant irrigated landscaping, driveway to gated carport and a welcoming red door entrance.
The backyard not only reflects a private sanctuary. Here you will also find two majestic saguaros and at least 10 fruit (bearing) trees! The extensive covered patio offers reprieve from the sun and entertainment and dining spaces.
Current homeowners invested $85,000 in thoughtful, smart, stylish and energy-wise updates.
Just minutes to UofA, Downtown, Banner Hospital, culinary gems, coffee culture, bike paths, and everything that makes Central Tucson irresistible.
LOCATION. STYLE. SMART UPDATES.
This is a rare one: Mid-century build, modern systems, colorful soul and the entertainment backyard that you've been manifesting. Come see why Blenman-Elm loyalists never want to leave!
Sold for $826,235 on 08/22/25
$826,235
2845 E Mabel St, Tucson, AZ 85716
4beds
2,516sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.28 Acres Lot
$826,200 Zestimate®
$328/sqft
$5,275 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 02, 2025 at 05:30am
Listed by:
Lee Ann Gettinger 520-471-5450,
OMNI Homes International
Bought with:
Sandra Cristina Pin Dupuis
Coldwell Banker Realty
Benjamin Taylor Sullivan
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22519445

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Only
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Great Room
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater: Natural Gas
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedroom Plan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet, Family Room, Great Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Skylights, Window Covering: Some
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,516
- Total interior livable area: 2,516 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: No RV Parking, Additional Carport, Attached, Paved, Circular Driveway
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: RV Parking: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Conventional
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Brick
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 73 x 171 x 71 x 172
- Features: Adjacent to Alley, Corner Lot, North/South Exposure, Subdivided, Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Trees, Landscape - Rear: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Grass
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 123090360
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Tep
- Gas: Natural
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Sewer Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Gate, Security Cameras
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Tucson
- Subdivision: Blenman Addition
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
- Road surface type: Paved
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Estimated market value
$826,200