Historic charm in the heart of Tucson! Located in the desirable Blenman-Elm Historic District, this authentic 1943 mud adobe offers timeless Southwestern character. The home features 2 bedrooms, a bonus room, and 2 baths, plus a formal living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy classic Saltillo tile floors, exposed wood beam ceilings, and beautiful Mexican tile accents throughout. Two (zoned) New heating and air conditioning systems, New hot water heater.
Nestled among tree-lined streets in one of Tucson's most beloved historic neighborhoods, known for its architectural charm and strong community feel, with a bike score of 97. Ideally located just minutes from the Arizona Inn, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, and the University of Arizona, plus popular dining, cafés, and shopping.
Sold for $420,000
$420,000
1720 N Forgeus Ave, Tucson, AZ 85716
2beds
1,260sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1943
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$419,200 Zestimate®
$333/sqft
$2,209 Estimated rent
Home value
$419,200
$390,000 - $453,000
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceExposed wood beam ceilingsNew hot water heaterBonus roomClassic saltillo tile floorsNestled among tree-lined streets
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine E Chavez 520-349-8922,
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
Bought with:
Spirit Messingham, SA624527000
Tierra Antigua Realty
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22606381
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Paver, Ramada
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Residential
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 122x53
- Features: Decorative Gravel, Shrubs, East/West Exposure
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 123022770
- Zoning: Tucson - R2
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Adobe
- Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
Condition
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Water Company
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Historic, Paved Street
- Security: None
- Subdivision: New Deal Acres
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tucson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $333/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $313,702
- Annual tax amount: $2,792
- Date on market: 3/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: FHA,VA Loan,Conventional,Owner Will Carry,Cash,Submit
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Pending sale | $425,000+1.2%$337/sqft |
Source:  MLS of Southern Arizona #22606381 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $420,000-1.2%$333/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22606381 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Contingent | $425,000$337/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22606381 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000+197.4%$337/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22606381 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2000 | Sold | $142,900+2.2%$113/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #2020857 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/1999 | Sold | $139,850+12.9%$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/1998 | Sold | $123,850$98/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #9802689 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,674 +6.7% | $31,370 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $2,507 -0.8% | $27,584 +13.9% |
| 2023 | $2,526 -0.3% | $24,213 +14.5% |
| 2022 | $2,535 +4.2% | $21,151 -2.9% |
| 2021 | $2,433 +3% | $21,775 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $2,363 | $21,153 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $2,363 -11.8% | $20,752 +28.1% |
| 2018 | $2,680 +4.2% | $16,202 |
| 2017 | $2,573 | $16,202 +5% |
| 2016 | $2,573 +9.3% | $15,431 +5% |
| 2015 | $2,354 | $14,696 |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | $158,390 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
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| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $1,151 +1.2% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,137 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Blenman-Elm
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Blenman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Doolen Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Catalina High Magnet SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blenman
- Middle: Doolen
- High: Catalina
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Arizona
- Pima County
- Tucson
- 85716
- Blenman-Elm
- 1720 N Forgeus Ave
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