5353 N Camino Escuela, Tucson, AZ 85718 (MLS# 22500597)

$3,155,000

5353 N Camino Escuela
Tucson, AZ 85718
MLS# 22500597
Status: Closed
7 beds | 8 baths | 5868 sqft

Historic Josiah Joesler Santa Fe Adobe home on 8.04 prime acres in the Catalina Foothills

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Architectural integrity and incredible craftmanship in adobe construction

New flagstone pathway lined with lush vegetation leads to rustic main entry

Majestic views perfectly framed by the oversized window, perfectly offset by use of natural materials within

Hand-scraped wood beams and plank ceilings are vaulted above the original restored scored concrete floors,. The room is casually elegant, anchored by the central wood-burning fireplace mantle, one of 7 that the property enjoy

The historic charm is honored through an outstanding kitchen remodel. The beamed wood plank ceilings carry through into this space and the adjoining "Arizona Room". Butcher block topped center island with open shelving on one side and bonus storage drawers on the other, soap stone counter tops, custom white cabinets and gleaming concrete floors seamlessly meld the original charm with modern conveniences.

Gleaming stainless appliances include double ovens, with informal bar seating all open to the spacious Arizona Room beyond

A casual dining option is right off the kitchen with walls of windows that capture sparkling city lights and wonderful city views

Every detail is a perfect nod to the home's history, and the walls of windows allow for enjoyment of sweeping city views by day and twinkling lights by night

this perspective shows the sweeping 'Arizona Room" named such because it is an interior spaces that draws in the natural light and expansive exterior views. In classic Josiah Joesler style the home is perfectly sited for maximum view enjoyment throughout.

The wall of view windows include french doors leading to the expansive rear patio. The wood beam ceiling continues and the recently refinished floors glow with a reflection of light. To the left, original custom wood doors lead back to the main living room

An arched doorway leads to the main dining room where the theme of oversized windows framing the views as art continues. An elegant iron chandelier and original sconces provide warm welcoming light.

Another perspective of the dining room shows the architect Joesler's artistic view and the importance placed on bringing to outdoors in via large windows, and use of rich natural materials in the interior finishes

The primary suite is set apart in a split plan, and includes a romantic fireplace (one of 7 at the property), and crisp white-washed plant and beamed ceilings

French doors swing opento expose dramatic mountain views from the primary bed, and the suite's delightful private patio

Designed for the exclusive use of the primary bedroom suite, the sweeping views are dramatic and indescribably beautiful

Bedroom #2 in the main house features an en-suite bath and it's own charming fireplace

The whitewashed plank and beam ceilings continue in all the main bedrooms, seen here in bedroom #3, which also enjoys an en-suite bath and it's own fireplace (just like bedroom #2!)

The property boasts two guest houses, and this view is from the patio of guest house #1, overlooking the pool from it's own private patio

Guest house #1 is a home all on it's own, featuring two bedrooms, a kitchen, dining room and this absolutely delightful generous living room

This perspective of Guest House #1's living room gives a glimps of the window-lined space, facing the incredible city views to the south (straight ahead) and the porch entry and sparking pool beyond to the east (the left of the photo)

Saltillo tile floors, wood beamed ceilings and all the charm from the main residence carried through in the guest residence

One of two generous bedrooms in Guest House #1. Note the city views and the continued theme of crisp white washed plank and beam ceilings. A darling window seat is a magnificent space for relaxing and drinking in the views

Guest House #1's delightfully charming bath

The second bedroom in Guest House #1 enjoys an ensuite bathroom and majestic mountain views

Boasting a full kitchen, Guest House #1 allows for complete independent living: for in-laws, visiting guests, AirBnb or home office.

Seen from its exterior and gated private porch, detached guest house #1 is a full residnece, with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining room, and living room with amazing views.

Guest house #1 features a relaxing built-in spa, with dramatic views of the property's 8 acres and the city below

This bird's eye view of the rear elevation highlights the privacy of the 8 acres with the backdrop of the spectacular Catalina Mountains.

The immense rear porch is a perfect outdoor entertaining spot, with space for an outdoor living room and dining room. Enjoy one of the 7 fireplaces near the built-in BBQ, lush vegetation and jaw dropping city views

The residence is perfectly sited on 8 acres of glorious natural desert, and the area closest to the home is enclosed by a masonry perimeter wall with fireplace, and includes an expansive grassy area, tree-shaded relaxing patio with fireplace, palm trees and brick-lined concrete paver walking path. There is so much privacy to the land that the low wall allows for views of the natural desert portions of the property and sweeping city views beyond.

Another perspective of the lush rear yard and acreage beyond.

The view from the rear yard is one you might see in magazines. It really is this beautiful.

Guest quarters #2 features 1 bedroom with a romantic fireplace, ensuite bath, and this magnificant private patio facing the Catalina Mountains to the North

Extensive flagstone pavers form the front patio and the hidden pathway to Guest House/Quarters #2

Sunset views from the property are jaw-dropping. In this photo, the pool has been covered for the evening, and the sky is beginning to put on a show.

Saguaro-studded 8 acres preserve the original beauty of the Southwest while forming an incredible privacy buffer for the residence. It's rare to find prime foothill property so expansive an pristine, all just moments away from dining, shopping, medical and more. Historically significant and incredibly beautiful, the entire property is a unique gem.

Property Description
Nestled on an incredible 8-acre hilltop in the Catalina Foothills this stunning 1936 adobe home showcases the timeless beauty of Josiah Joesler's Santa Fe design enhanced with modern updates. Featuring 7 bds and 8 baths the home boasts a brand new roof and newly expanded flagstone entry path. Inside, enjoy the warmth of 5 fireplaces, rough-sawn wood beams, hand-forged metal details, all complemented by restored concrete floors and authentic Mexican tile accents. Oversized windows frame panoramic views of the Catalina, Rincon, & Santa Rita mountains, creating a seamless connection to the surrounding pristine acreage. This exquisite blend of history, luxury, & nature also enjoys a stunning living room w/grand fireplace, formal dining with dramatic iron chandelier & original (SEE MORE)

Details

Documents

Address Information

Country: USA

Street #: 5353

Direction: N

Street Name: Camino Escuela

State/Province: AZ

Zip Code: 85718

County: Pima

Location, Tax & Legal

Comparable Only Listing: No

Tax Year: 2024

Taxes: 12137

Assessments: 0

Legal Description: Catalina Foothills Est Lot 102

Township: 13

Community: None

Range: 14

Section: 17

Municipality/Zoning: Pima County - CR1

Fire Protection: Subscription

Fema Flood Zone: No

Municipal Flood Zone: No

Tax Code: 108-15-104E

Area: North

Subdivision: Catalina Foothills Estates

Contract Information

Method of Title: Fee (Simple)

Distressed Info: None

Current Price: $3,155,000

Sold Price: $3,155,000

Listing Date: 2025-01-07

Status: Closed

Status Change Info

Off Market Date: 2025-02-26

Sold Price/SqFt: 537.66

Lot Sz Sold Prc/SqFt: 5.43

How Sold: Cash

Pending Date: 2025-03-19

Sold Date: 2025-03-19

Sold Price: $3,155,000

Showing Information

Directions: Campbell/River, East on Camino A Los Vientos, North on Camino Escuela.

General Property Information

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence

Construction Status: Existing

Lot Dimensions: 575 x 87 x 558 x 900 x 594 x 379

Lot Acres: 8.04

Lot Sqft: 581524

Lot Size Source: Assessor

Horse Property: No

Guest House SqFt: 1429

Main House SqFt: 4439

Source of SqFt: Floor Plan

# of Covered Prkng: 4

# of Carport Spaces: 1

Basement: Yes

# of Fireplaces: 7

School District: Catalina Foothills

Elementary School: Manzanita

Middle School: Orange Grove

High School: Catalina Fthls

Horse Facilities: No

List Price/SqFt: 566.63

Lot Size Price/SqFt: 5.72

Combined SqFt: 5868

# of Garage Spaces: 3

Bedrooms: 7

Full Baths: 8

Total Baths: 8

Year Built: 1936

Electric

Electric Company: TEP

Gas

Natural: 1

Stories

One: 1

Construction

Frame - Stucco: 1

Mud Adobe: 1

Stucco Finish: 1

Style

Santa Fe: 1

Sewer

Septic: 1

Other: 2-Septics

Roof

Built-Up - Reflect: 1

Water

Public: 1

Living Areas

Family Room: 1

Living Room: 1

Off Kitchen: 1

Dining Areas

Breakfast Bar: 1

Formal Dining Room: 1

Fence

Masonry: 1

Stucco Finish: 1

View

City: 1

Desert: 1

Mountains: 1

Panoramic: 1

Sunset: 1

Road Type

Dirt: 1

Kitchen Features

# of Ovens: 2

Dishwasher: 1

ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher: 1

ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator: 1

Exhaust Fan: 1

Gas Cooktop: 1

Kitchen Island: 1

Microwave: 1

Pantry: Cabinet

Appliance Color: Stainless

Road Maintenance

County: 1

Primary Bathroom Features

2 Primary Baths: 1

Double Vanity: 1

Exhaust Fan: 1

Separate Shower(s): 1

Shower & Tub: 1

Lot Features

Adjacent to Wash: 1

Dividable Lot: 1

North/South Exposure: 1

Subdivided: 1

Main Cooling

Ceiling Fans: 1

Central Air: 1

Zoned: 1

Additional Bathroom Features

Exhaust Fan: 1

Separate Showers: 1

Shower & Tub: 1

Laundry

Laundry Room: 1

ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer: 1

ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer: 1

Stacked Space: 1

Main Heating

Gas Pac: 1

Natural Gas: 1

Zoned: 1

Extra Room

Storage: 1

Water Heater

Natural Gas: 1

Guest Facilities

House: 1

Quarters: 1

Association & Fees

HOA: No

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s): 1

Entertainment Center Built-In: 1

Skylights: 1

Beamed Ceilings: 1

Entrance Foyer: 1

High Ceilings: 1

Interior Steps Y/N: N

Split Bedroom Plan: 1

Walk-In Closet(s): 1

Fireplace

Wood Burning Stove: 1

Fireplace Location

Guest Quarters: 1

Living Room: 1

Patio: 1

Primary Bedroom: 1

Other: 2 Bedrooms

Terms

Cash: 1

Conventional: 1

FHA: 1

VA: 1

Floor Covering

Concrete: 1

Mexican Tile: 1

Submit With Offer

Loan Pre-Qual: 1

Lead Based Paint Disclosure: 1

On-site Wastewater: 1

Window Covering

Stay: 1

Accessibility Option

Level: 1

Window Features

Garden Window(s): 1

Technology

None: 1

Security

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s): 1

Smoke Detector(s): 1

Wrought Iron Security Door: 1

Sold Info

Seller Concessions: 0

Landscape - Front

Desert Plantings: 1

Natural Desert: 1

Shrubs: 1

Trees: 1

Landscape - Rear

Desert Plantings: 1

Grass: 1

Low Care: 1

Natural Desert: 1

Trees: 1

Garage/Carport Feat

Electric Door Opener: 1

Patio/Deck

Patio: 1

Paver: 1

Ramada: 1

Pool

Conventional: Yes

Property Disclosures

Seller Prop Disclosure: 1

Spa

Conventional: 1

Special Conditions

None: 1

Driveway

Circular: 1

Paved: Gravel

To Property Line: 1

RV Parking

Space Available: 1

Exterior Features

Built-in Barbecue: 1

Courtyard: 1

Front Faces: North

Native Plants: 1

Neighborhood Feature

Horses Allowed: 1

Subdivision Restrict

Age Restrictions: No

CC&Rs: Yes

Deed Restrictions: Yes

Home Protection

Plan By: 2-10

Offered: Yes

Remarks Misc

Geo Lat: 32.304257

Geo Lon: -110.933721

GarageCarport Feat

Attached Garage: 1

Property Features

Stories: One

Construction: Frame - Stucco; Mud Adobe; Stucco Finish

Style: Santa Fe

Roof: Built-Up - Reflect

Living Areas: Family Room; Living Room; Off Kitchen

Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar; Formal Dining Room

Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher; ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator; Exhaust Fan; Gas Cooktop; Kitchen Island; Microwave

Primary Bathroom Features: 2 Primary Baths; Double Vanity; Exhaust Fan; Separate Shower(s); Shower & Tub

Additional Bathroom Features: Exhaust Fan; Separate Showers; Shower & Tub

Laundry: ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer; ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer; Laundry Room; Stacked Space

Extra Room: Storage

Guest Facilities: House; Quarters

Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Entertainment Center Built-In; Beamed Ceilings; Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings; Skylights; Split Bedroom Plan; Walk-In Closet(s)

Fireplace: Wood Burning Stove

Fireplace Location: Guest Quarters; Living Room; Patio; Primary Bedroom

Floor Covering: Concrete; Mexican Tile

Window Covering: Stay

Window Features: Garden Window(s)

Technology: None

Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans; Central Air; Zoned

Main Heating: Gas Pac; Natural Gas; Zoned

Water Heater: Natural Gas

Gas: Natural

Sewer: Septic

Water: Public

Accessibility Option: Level

Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Smoke Detector(s); Wrought Iron Security Door

Spa: Conventional

Fence: Masonry; Stucco Finish

Landscape - Front: Desert Plantings; Natural Desert; Shrubs; Trees

Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings; Grass; Low Care; Natural Desert; Trees

View: Desert; Mountains; Panoramic; Sunset

Road Type: Dirt

Road Maintenance: County

Driveway: Circular; To Property Line

RV Parking: Space Available

Exterior Features: Built-in Barbecue; Courtyard; Native Plants

Lot Features: Adjacent to Wash; Dividable Lot; North/South Exposure; Subdivided

Neighborhood Feature: Horses Allowed

Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA

Submit With Offer: Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater

Property Disclosures: Seller Prop Disclosure

Special Conditions: None

Supplements

handcrafted sconces, wonderfully remodeled kitchen that honors the original architecture while perfectly blended with modern amenities including a rich walnut butcher block island, stainless steel appliances, soapstone countertops, & breakfast bar seating as well as an eat-in casual dining area. The family room is a classic Arizona room with walls of glass windows and French doors that offer sweeping views of the cityscape and mountains beyond. In addition to the main house, a separate guest quarter with a private entrance and mountain-view patio, plus an additional 2-bedroom/2-bath separate guest house with full kitchen, living room, and private city view spa. Outdoors, enjoy courtyards, 2 more fireplaces on patios, built-in BBQ, shady ramadas, a PebbleTec pool with electric pool cover, spa, owned solar panels, and a converted horse stable workshop. With its perfect blend of old-world charm and modern luxury, this property is a true desert sanctuary.

Listing Office: Long Realty

Last Updated: March - 19 - 2025

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