Discover sophisticated desert living at its finest in this meticulously maintained 2,501 sq ft contemporary home in the highly desirable Sunrise Presidio Village. Situated on over half an acre in a prime riparian corridor location, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-story residence offers the perfect blend of elegance, privacy, and natural beauty.
Positioned with the rear of the home facing north, enjoy unobstructed panoramic views of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains from multiple vantage points throughout the property. Watch the mountains transform from grey to rose-gold at sunset—a daily spectacle that defines the Tucson experience. The property abuts a natural wash, providing exceptional privacy. This is true Sonoran Desert living.
Recent renovations have elevated this home while respecting its contemporary architecture. Elegant travertine stone flooring flows throughout main living areas, while bedrooms feature warm wood-look flooring. The gourmet kitchen showcases crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and pantry for exceptional storage. The kitchen window above the sink frames beautiful desert landscape views. The master suite features a generous arched window and mirrored closet doors. Abundant natural light streams through strategically placed windows and skylights, while a wood-burning fireplace creates cozy ambiance on cool desert evenings.
Two expansive gathering areas flow seamlessly together, perfect for hosting friends and family. The "mountain room" provides stunning Catalina views that become the focal point of every gathering. Formal dining room and off-kitchen living areas offer flexibility for various entertaining styles. French doors separate a large office/hobby room, ideal for remote work or creative pursuits.
The backyard is designed for the Arizona lifestyle. A rectangular pool with safety fencing is perfect for lap swimming and summer cooling. Artificial turf surrounding the pool requires zero watering and minimal maintenance. The massive walled yard features a covered patio facing north toward mountain views, with generous space for outdoor activities along sidewalks on west, north, and east sides. Mature landscaping includes towering saguaros, desert vegetation, and decorative river rock. A prolific grapefruit tree produces fruit almost every season, joined by additional citrus trees with rain harvesting barrels to reduce water costs. Low-maintenance xeriscaping demonstrates environmental responsibility without sacrificing beauty.
Enjoy the best of both worldseasy access to shopping, dining, medical facilities, and major thoroughfares, yet tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood with minimal traffic. The long paved driveway leads to a 2-car garage creating a private approach to the home with the entrance set back from the street for enhanced privacy. Curved entry courtyard with distinctive rounded wall adds architectural interest and shields the entry from view.
This home embodies the Catalina Foothills lifestylesophisticated, serene, and connected to nature. Whether enjoying morning coffee on the patio, swimming laps in your private pool, entertaining guests in light-filled living spaces, or watching the mountains turn pink at sunset, every moment reminds you why the Foothills is one of Arizona's most coveted addresses. Located in a riparian corridor just minutes from world-class hiking in Sabino Canyon and Catalina State Park, this property offers a rare combination of natural beauty and urban convenience perfect for evening walks and bicycle rides. As a bonus, the natural wash beyond the property line attracts abundant desert wildlife including Gambel's Quail, Cactus Wrens, multiple hummingbird species, javelina, and even bobcatsa front-row seat to the wonders of the Sonoran Desert.