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Property Description
Rare Desert Retreat on Nearly One Acre - No HOA! Experience the perfect combination of space, quality craftsmanship, and peaceful Arizona living in this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom 3,809 Sq. Ft. home situated on one acre in a quiet, established neighborhood where every home resides on a .98-acre lot. With no HOA, outstanding privacy, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and highly rated schools just 10-15 minutes away, this property truly offers the best of both worlds. Designed for comfortable everyday living and memorable entertaining, the home features a spacious living room and a large kitchen with abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and a cozy breakfast nook beneath a beautiful picture window that fills the room with natural light. The finished basement offers incredible flexibility with a cozy family room centered on a welcoming fireplace, a spacious recreation room (approximately 400 sq/ft) perfect for games, hobbies, or a home theater, approximately 320sq/ft storage room, and abundant storage throughout the home. Due to its impressive 8-inch-thick concrete basement walls, the lower level naturally stays cool during Arizona's hot summers and comfortably warm during the winter months. Built with lasting quality in mind, this home features durable construction throughout, the 8-inch basement walls have 2-inches of insulation foam on both sides; the upstairs is constructed with 4-inch concrete walls 2 inches of foam on each side with a stucco finish that provides exceptional strength, energy efficiency, and long-term durability. Step outside and discover your own private desert sanctuary. The meticulously landscaped front yard creates outstanding curb appeal, while the backyard is a peaceful oasis that attracts hummingbirds and a wide variety of native Arizona birds. Enjoy morning coffee or evening gatherings on the expansive covered back porch overlooking the natural beauty of the property. Three handcrafted Southwestern metal gates add distinctive charm, while a digital timed sprinkler system keeps the landscaping thriving with minimal effort. The expansive lot provides endless opportunities to create your dream outdoor lifestyle, with ample room for a guest casita, swimming pool, horse corral, gardens, or additional recreational space. A large horse shoe driveway offers abundant parking for guests, RVs, trailers, and recreational vehicles, while the oversized two-car garage includes a dedicated workspace for projects, hobbies, or extra storage. This is more than a home--it's a lifestyle. Offering no street lights the stars above shine bright on moonless nights. Peaceful desert surroundings, and unlimited potential, this rare property is ready to welcome its next owners. Option to attend Cienega, Empire or Andrada High Schools.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 957 N Darlene Dr
General
- Price: $659,000
- Taxes: $4,008 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSSAZ
- MLS ID: 22617698
Interior
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Disposal, Desk, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Laundry Room, Dryer, Washer, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
- Pool Description: None
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fountain
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Patio
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Electric Door Opener, Circular Driveway
Location
- Area: Southeast
- County: Pima
- Subdivision: New Tucson Unit NO. 23 (140-261)
- Driving Directions: Take I-10 exit 279, right on Wentworth for 3 miles, turn left on Bacardi, then turn right on Darlene Dr. The property is on your right near the top of the street.
School Information
- School District: Vail
- High School District: Vail
- Elementary School: Sycamore
- Middle School: Corona Foothills
- High School: Cienega
Community
- Community Name: None
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Water Company
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch, Southwestern
- Construction Status: Existing
- Construction: Frame - Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Square Feet: 3,809
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,809 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2001
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s), Desert
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.99
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 42,994
- Lot Size Range: 16
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: Irregular
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Road Maintenance: County
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Subdivided, Decorative Gravel, Shrubs, North/South Exposure
- Zoning: Vail - CR1
- Fencing (Description): Stucco Finish, Block
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,008
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: FHA, VA Loan, Conventional, Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: From Parcel:001010010 /New Tucson Unit No 23 Lot 217
- Disclosures/Reports: Seller Prop Disclosure, Insurance Claims History Report
- APN: 305-43-0780
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Schools
Schools serving 957 N Darlene Dr
School District:Vail Unified District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Acacia Elementary School, Vail, AZ 12955 East Colossal Cave Road, Vail, AZ 85641 | K-5 | 4.3 mi |
Vail Innovation Center 10775 East Mary Ann Cleveland Way, Tucson, AZ 85747 | 9-12 | 8 mi |
Vail Academy & High School 7762 East Science Park Drive, Tucson, AZ 85747 | 9-12 | 10.4 mi |
Old Vail Middle School 13299 East Colossal Cave Road, Vail, AZ 85641 | 6-8 | 4.8 mi |
Andrada Polytechnic High School 12960 South Houghton Road, Tucson, AZ 85747 | 9-12 | 4.5 mi |
Cienega High School 12775 East Mary Ann Cleveland Way, Vail, AZ 85641 | 9-12 | 5.2 mi |
Empire High School 10701 East Mary Ann Cleveland Way, Tucson, AZ 85747 | 9-12 | 8 mi |
Mica Mountain High 10800 East Valencia Road, Tucson, AZ 85747 | 9-12 | 9.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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957 N Darlene Drive, Vail, AZ 85641 (MLS# 22617698) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 957 N Darlene Drive is currently listed for $659,000 and was received on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 957 N Darlene Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Vail? You can browse all Vail real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

