This dramatic Santa Fe-style residence, located in the highly sought-after Tanque Verde Valley, has been extensively upgraded and thoughtfully enhanced. Set on 0.92 acres with mountain and desert views, the property includes a 3,218 sq ft main residence with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, plus an 860 sq ft detached guest house/studio with private entrance and bath, suitable for guests, multi-generational living, a home office, gym, or studio. The brand-new backyard, as of 2022, now features a pool, gazebo, built-in BBQ area, turf, and professionally designed landscaping. A full block wall and gated entry provide privacy and security, creating a private outdoor setting. The lot extends beyond the walled area, offering additional future potential. Inside, the home was repainted in 2024 and includes updated finishes throughout. The kitchen has been improved with painted cabinetry, upgraded hardware, an expanded pantry, wine refrigerator, and new GE dishwasher and microwave (2025). Bathrooms have also been updated. See attached list of upgrades for full details.
Blending Santa Fe style with modern updates, the home features high ceilings, exposed beams, multiple fireplaces, formal dining, and large living areas designed for both daily use and entertaining. With RV/toy parking and multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, this move-in-ready estate offers privacy, flexibility, and desert living in a highly desirable location.
Sold for $1,000,000
$1,000,000
2500 N Buttercup Dr, Tucson, AZ 85749
5beds
4,078sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
0.92 Acres Lot
$999,700 Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$4,515 Estimated rent
Home value
$999,700
$930,000 - $1.08M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Julie M Nielson 520-210-1267,
Long Realty,
Russell P Long 520-977-6771,
Long Realty
Bought with:
Amanda Condon Carey, SA698807000
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22610810
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Mini-Split, Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Zoned, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Water Purifier, Microwave, Water Softener
- Laundry: Sink, Storage, Laundry Room
Features
- Kitchen Island, Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Tile, Stone, Engineered Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Patio
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,078
- Total interior livable area: 4,078 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Native Plants, Built-in Barbecue, Courtyard, Fountain
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Conventional
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Stucco Finish,Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Sunset, Sunrise, Desert
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
- Features: Decorative Gravel, Shrubs, Subdivided, Borders Common Area, North/South Exposure
Details
- Parcel number: 205382550
- Zoning: Pima County - CR1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Santa Fe,Territorial,Southwestern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame - Stucco
- Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
Condition
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Shutters, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Paved Street
Location
- Region: Tucson
- Subdivision: Loma De La Vista Verde (1-38)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $61 monthly
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Street Maint
- Association name: Loma De La Vista Ver
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA,VA Loan,Conventional,Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Sold | $1,000,000-9.1%$245/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$270/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Contingent | $1,100,000$270/sqft |
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| 5/17/2026 | Price change | $1,100,000-4.3%$270/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+50.3%$282/sqft |
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| 2/2/2022 | Sold | $765,000-4.3%$188/sqft |
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| 1/19/2022 | Pending sale | $799,500$196/sqft |
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| 11/30/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/29/2021 | Contingent | $799,500$196/sqft |
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| 11/17/2021 | Price change | $799,500-2.5%$196/sqft |
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| 10/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $820,000-3.5%$201/sqft |
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| 9/19/2021 | Listing removed | $850,000$208/sqft |
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| 8/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $850,000$208/sqft |
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| 8/8/2021 | Contingent | $850,000$208/sqft |
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| 3/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $850,000+38.6%$208/sqft |
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| 10/27/2020 | Sold | $613,415-1.9%$150/sqft |
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| 9/15/2020 | Pending sale | $625,000$153/sqft |
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| 8/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $625,000+20.2%$153/sqft |
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| 7/14/2017 | Sold | $520,000-1.3%$128/sqft |
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| 6/19/2017 | Pending sale | $527,000$129/sqft |
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| 5/23/2017 | Price change | $527,000-2.8%$129/sqft |
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| 1/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $542,000-1.3%$133/sqft |
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| 11/30/2016 | Listing removed | $549,000$135/sqft |
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| 9/22/2016 | Price change | $549,000-2.8%$135/sqft |
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| 6/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $564,950$139/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,304 +3.3% | $59,724 -5.4% |
| 2024 | $5,133 +5.2% | $63,111 +12.9% |
| 2023 | $4,881 -6.1% | $55,893 +18.6% |
| 2022 | $5,200 +4.1% | $47,146 +0.1% |
| 2021 | $4,996 +1.4% | $47,119 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $4,926 | $45,134 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,926 +4.7% | $42,989 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $4,707 -0.5% | $38,493 |
| 2017 | $4,731 +11.8% | $38,493 +5% |
| 2016 | $4,233 +14.3% | $36,660 +5% |
| 2015 | $3,702 | $34,914 |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | $291,576 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $2,923 -0.6% | -- |
| 2000 | $2,940 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Tanque Verde
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Tanque Verde Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Emily Gray Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Tanque Verde High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tanque Verde
- Middle: Emily Gray
- High: Tanque Verde
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
- 85749
- Tanque Verde
- 2500 N Buttercup Dr
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