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Property 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5811 E Placita Rocosa
General
- Sold For: $984,570
- HOA FEE: $3/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $6,780 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSSAZ
- MLS ID: 22600684
Interior
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas
- Appliances: Disposal, Desk, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier
- Flooring: Mexican Tile, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Sink, Laundry Room, Dryer, Washer, Sink, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Alarm Installed, Security Lights
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Built-in Barbecue, Other
- Deck/Patio: Other, Covered, Patio
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Other, Covered, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Other, Electric Door Opener, Attached Garage Cabinets, Extended Length, Oversized
Location
- Area: North
- County: Pima
- Subdivision: Alta Vista Estates (1-124)
- Driving Directions: North on Craycroft from Sunrise to Placita Alta Reposa, turn right (south) to Placita Rocosa, turn left (east) to address.
School Information
- School District: Catalina Foothills
- High School District: Catalina Foothills
- Elementary School: Ventana Vista
- Middle School: Esperero Canyon
- High School: Catalina Fthls
Community
- Community Name: None
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Alta Vista Estates
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned, Ceiling Fans
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Phone Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction Status: Existing
- Construction: Masonry Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Square Feet: 3,001
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,001 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1997
Lot Features
- Property View: Sunrise, Sunset, Desert, Mountain(s), City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.52
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 22,782
- Lot Size Range: 14
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 41 x 151 x 229 x 22 x 196
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Road Maintenance: County
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Borders Common Area, Elevated Lot, Shrubs, Cul-De-Sac, North/South Exposure
- Zoning: Pima County - CR4
- Fencing (Description): Stucco Finish, Masonry
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: Yes
- Association Fee: $41
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $6,780
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Conventional, Cash, Submit
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: From Parcel:109291030 /Alta Vista Estates Lot 30
- Disclosures/Reports: Insurance Claims History Report, Seller Prop Disclosure
- APN: 109-29-2100
Listed by Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Sold by Realty Executives Arizona Territory
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Schools
Schools serving 5811 E Placita Rocosa
School District:Catalina Foothills Unified District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ventana Vista Elementary School 6085 North Kolb Road, Tucson, AZ 85750 | K-5 | 1.2 mi |
Esperero Canyon Middle School 5801 North Sabino Canyon Road, Tucson, AZ 85750 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Catalina Foothills High School 4300 East Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
5811 E Placita Rocosa, Tucson, AZ 85750 (MLS# 22600684) is a Single Family property that was sold at $984,570 on February 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 5811 E Placita Rocosa? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in North? You can browse all North real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

