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Property Description
Excellent investment or student housing opportunity in the highly desirable Blenman-Elm neighborhood! This 5 bedroom, 2 bath home is ideally located near the University of Arizona, Banner-UMC, and minutes from downtown Tucson. Perfect for investors, university students, or a growing family. Inside find a welcoming gathering area anchored by a cozy fireplace ideal for group study sessions or social evenings -- plus one bedroom with private exterior access. A covered patio, and spacious courtyard with a hot tub, plus a basketball court ideal for gatherings and relaxation. One bedroom has its own private entrance, offering flexibility for guests or additional rental income. Great location, strong rental potential, and plenty of outdoor living space make this property a standout opportunity.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2520 E Helen St
General
- Price: $487,000
- Taxes: $4,557 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSSAZ
- MLS ID: 22526721
Interior
- Interior Features: Interior Steps: N, Guest Facilities: Quarters
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Living Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Mexican Tile
- Floor/Window Décor: Stay
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Family Room, Great Room
- Family Room: Family Room, Great Room
- Extra Room 1: None
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Storage, Washer
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Historic, Lighted, Paved Street
- Spa Description: Hot Tub, Portable
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Patio, Slab
Parking
- Recreational: None
Location
- Area: Central
- County: Pima
- Township: 14
- Subdivision: Blenman Addition
- Driving Directions: Speedway/Tucson Blvd North to Helen St, East to Address
School Information
- School District: TUSD
- Elem School District: TUSD
- High School District: TUSD
- Elementary School: Blenman
- Middle School: Doolen
- High School: Catalina
Community
- Community Name: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fans
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas Pac
- Heating Fuel: Natural
Utilities
- Gas: Natural
- Sewer: Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction Status: Existing
- Construction: Brick
- Roof: Built-Up
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,139
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1946
Lot Features
- Property View: Residential
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,625
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 51 x 174 x 53 x 174
- Landscape: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Trees, Decorative Gravel, Low Care, Trees
- Zoning: Tucson - R1
Financial Considerations
- Lot Price Per Sq. Ft.: $56.46
- Tax Amount: $4,557
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Legal Description: Blenman N172.16' Lot 4 Blk 6
- Restrictions: Yes
- Disclosures/Reports: Lead-Based Paint, Seller Prop Disclosure
- Range: 14
- Section: 5
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Schools
Schools serving 2520 E Helen St
School District:Tucson Unified District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Blenman Elementary School 1695 North Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Doolen Middle School 2400 North Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Catalina High Magnet School 3645 East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ 85716 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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2520 E Helen Street, Tucson, AZ 85716 (MLS# 22526721) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2520 E Helen Street is currently listed for $487,000 and was received on October 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 2520 E Helen Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Central? You can browse all Central real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

