5811 E Placita Rocosa Tucson, AZ 85750
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoMLS Of Southern Arizona / Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty / Kate Herk / Judy Smedes

  5811 E Placita Rocosa Tucson, AZ 85750

Active (4 Days)
$995,000 (USD)
3
BED
3
BATH
3,001
SQFT
OPEN HOUSE TIMES
  • OPEN
    Sun, Jan 11
    11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Description

Privately set on an elevated half-acre lot in a quiet cul-de-sac within desirable Alta Vista Estates, this pristine masonry-built custom residence offers exceptional mountain and city views. Ideally located in the foothills just minutes from Ventana Canyon Country Club. Recent updates include a brand-new tile roof (2025) and a replaced HVAC system. Elegant, timeless, and meticulously maintained, the single-level design with no interior steps is ideal for effortless lock-and-leave living. High ceilings, north/south exposure, and abundant windows and skylights create a light-filled interior. Warm Saltillo tile floors—recently cleaned & resealed—anchor the living spaces, while the inviting living room features a fireplace & expansive windows capturing unobstructed mountain views. Cont'd... The formal dining room is ideal for both large-scale entertaining & intimate dinner parties. Plantation shutters throughout the home elevate the design, providing both form & function. The split-bedroom layout includes two spacious master suites, each with dual-sink vanities, patio access, & oversized walk-in closets. One master suite has a soaking tub with exceptional mountain views. A third bedroom and bath, ideal for guests, an office, or flex space, offers city views. A generously sized laundry room with extensive cabinetry and a utility sink provides extra storage.

Outdoors, the beautifully landscaped backyard is serene and low maintenance, featuring mature vegetation, fruit trees, a deep covered ceramic-tile patio, a built-in BBQ, and a private gate that leads to walking trails. Backing to an HOA common-area greenbelt, the property enjoys exceptional privacy and a peaceful buffer. Watch the sunrise over the Catalina Mountains with a direct view of the saguaro-studded mountains & Ventana Canyon in the morning, then watch it descend over the Tucson Mountains as it lights the western sky with sensational colors. No pool means minimal upkeep and true ease of ownership.
Located within five minutes of world-class golf resorts & the best of Tucson shopping, dining, & more. Minutes from Whole Foods, Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, Ventana Canyon Resort & Country Club, Ventana Canyon Trailhead that connects with endless trails in the Catalina Mountains. Easy access to La Encantada Shopping Mall & The Loop- Tucson's 133-mile connected bike path. Highly-rated District #16 schools with the Ventana Vista Elementary School Spanish Immersion program.

MLS #:
22600684
Taxes
$6,781
Lot Size
0.52 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1997
Style
Contemporary
Views
City, Sunset, Sunrise, Desert, Mountain(s)
School District
Catalina Foothills
County
Pima County

Listed By

Kate Herk, Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Judy Smedes, Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Source
MLS Of Southern Arizona
Last checked Jan 11 2026 at 7:36 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Laundry: Washer
  • Laundry: Dryer
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Kitchen Island
  • Entrance Foyer
  • High Ceilings
  • Laundry: Sink
  • Windows: Plantation Shutters
Subdivision
  • Alta Vista Estates (1-124)
Lot Information
  • North/South Exposure
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Shrubs
  • Borders Common Area
  • Elevated Lot
Property Features
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Fireplace(s): 1
  • Fireplace: Gas
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
  • Natural Gas
  • Zoned
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Central Air
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Mexican Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Tile
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Source: Public, Phone Connected
School Information
  • Elementary School: Ventana Vista
  • Middle School: Esperero Canyon
  • High School: Catalina Fthls
Parking
  • Electric Door Opener
  • Oversized
  • Extended Length
  • Attached Garage Cabinets
  • Other
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