- – beds
- – baths
- 1,826 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $265 per sqft
- 1953 build
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Last updated Apr 21, 2025
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MLS# 22503504 —
The Building
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Year Built:1953
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Construction:Brick
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Style:Ranch
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Direction:N
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Roof:Shingle
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Patio/Deck:Covered, Patio
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Security:None
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Total SqFt:1826
Interior
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Furnished:Existing
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Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Pane Windows, Fire Sprinklers, Smoke Detector
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Window Coverings:Some
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Floor Covering:Concrete
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Living Areas:Off Kitchen
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Kitchen Features:Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
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Breakfast:None
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Dining Room:Area
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Dining Areas:Dining in LR/GR
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Extra Room:None
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Laundry:Dryer Included, Laundry Room, Washer Included
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Accessibility Options:None
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Green Features:Bath Exhaust Out, Low Flow Showerheads, Rainwater Harvesting
Financial & Terms
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Terms:Cash
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Short Sale:None
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Special Conditions:None
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FEMA Flood Insurance Required:TBD
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Fire Protection Included in Taxes:Included in Taxes
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List Price Per SqFt:273.27
Location
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Directions:Wrightstown/Pantano. East on Wrightstown. to Corte Tomasin on Right. Through gate. Proceed to roundabout to address.
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Latitude:32.245528
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Longitude:-110.811793
The Property
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Legal Description:El Rancho Merlita Lot 12
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Municipality/Zoning:Tucson - RX2
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Property Type:C
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Property Subtype:4 Plex
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Area:Northeast
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Lot Acres:0.60
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Lot Size:Irrregular
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Lot SqFt:26223
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Lot Size Price/SqFt:$19.03
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot Features:Cul-De-Sac
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View:Mountain(s), Sunrise
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Landscape - Front:Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Shrubs, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
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Landscape - Rear:Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Natural Desert, Shrubs, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
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Road Type:Paved
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Road Maintenance:HOA
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Driveway - Paved:Asphalt
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Fence:Block, Split Rail
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Fence:Ocotillo
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Exterior Features:None
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Horse Property:No
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Horse Facilities:No
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Municipal Flood Zone:TBD
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (520) 241-3123
- Office phone:
- (520) 918-2400
Taxes
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Taxes:Dwelling & Land
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Taxes:$2,000.10
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Code:133-07-3390
Baths
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Bathroom Features:Shower & Tub/Primary
The Listing
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Environmental Disclosures:CC&Rs, Lead Based Paint, Public Report, Seller Prop Disclosure
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Deed Restrictions:Yes
Heating & Cooling
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Air Conditioning:Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
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Main Cooling:mini split
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Heating:Heat Pump, Zoned
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Main Heating:mini splits
Utilities
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Electric Company:TEP
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Sewer:Connected
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Gas:Natural
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Water:City Water
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Water Heater:Natural Gas
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Technology:Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Appliances
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Range:15.00
Schools
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Elementary School:Bloom
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Middle School:Magee
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High School:Sabino
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School District:TUSD
The Community
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Subdivision:El Rancho Merlita (1-16)
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Subdivision Restrict- Age Restrictions:No
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Neighborhood Features:Gated Community, Paved Street, Walking Trail
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Pool:None
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Spa:None
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Association Amenities:None
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HOA:Yes
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HOA Name:Rancho Merlita HOA
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HOA Monthly Due:$150
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HOA Payment Frequency:Annually
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CC&Rs:Yes
Parking
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Total Parking:6
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Attached/Detached:Attached
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RV Parking:None
Extra Units
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Unit 1 SqFt:307 Sqft
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Unit 1 Beds:1
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Unit 1 Full Baths:1
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Unit 1 Stories:Single
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Unit 1 Floor:1st
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Unit 1 Occupancy:Yes
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Unit 1 Furnished:No
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Unit 1 Parking:On Property
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Unit 2 SqFt:307 Sqft
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Unit 2 Beds:1
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Unit 2 Full Baths:1
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Unit 2 Occupancy:No
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Unit 2 Stories:Single
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Unit 2 Floor:1st
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Unit 2 Furnished:No
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Unit 2 Parking:On Property
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Unit 3 SqFt:307 Sqft
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Unit 3 Beds:1
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Unit 3 In Full Baths:1
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Unit 3 Occupancy:No
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Unit 3 Stories:Single
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Unit 3 Furnished:No
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Unit 3 Parking:On Property
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Unit 4 SqFt:467 Sqft
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Unit 4 Beds:1
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Unit 4 Full Baths:1
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Unit 4 Occupancy;Yes
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Unit 4 Stories:Single
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Unit 4 Floor:1st
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Unit 4 Furnished:No
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Unit 4 Parking:On Property
Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Transit Score®
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Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
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Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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4/15/25
Apr 15, 2025
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Sold | MLSSAZ | $485,000 | -2.8% |
2/23/25
Feb 23, 2025
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Sold Subject To Contingencies | MLSSAZ | $499,000 | |
2/4/25
Feb 4, 2025
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Listed / Active | MLSSAZ | $499,000 |