For sale

$499,000

2909 E Lester St, Tucson, AZ 85716

3beds

1,684sqft

$3,055/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1940

7,840 Square Feet Lot

$492,600 Zestimate^®

$296/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Peekaboo mountain viewsCovered ramadaPaver patioSpacious primary suite

Charming 1940s Blenman Elm bungalow with historic property tax benefits. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its original character, this home offers the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience. The spacious primary suite features a large walk-in closet w/ laundry, while the versatile bonus room is ideal for a home office. Major updates include new plumbing (2019), HVAC (2022), roof (2023), corrugated metal fencing (2024), and a tankless water heater. Relax in the private backyard beneath mature shade trees, complete with a covered ramada, paver patio, and peekaboo mountain views. The detached guest space with its own bathroom offers endless possibilities as a guest suite, studio, or office. A 20-foot rear gate provides easy access for larger vehicles. All of this in a prime central location just minutes from the University of Arizona, Banner University Medical Center, shopping, and dining.

33 days

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

High Ceilings
Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas, Great Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,684
Total interior livable area: 1,684 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage - Attached, Carport
Has attached garage: Yes
Carport spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Paver, Ramada
Exterior features: Rain Barrel/Cistern(s)
Spa features: None
Fencing: Wood
Has view: Yes
View description: Mountain(s), Residential

Lot

Size: 7,840 Square Feet
Dimensions: 57x135x57x135
Features: North/South Exposure

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 123040600
Zoning: Tucson - R1
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch,Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Masonry Stucco, Siding, Stucco
Roof: Shingle,Built-Up - Reflect

Condition

Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Sewer Connected
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: None
Security: None
Subdivision: Blenman Annex

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Tucson

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $296/sqft
Tax assessed value: $406,920
Annual tax amount: $1,487
Date on market: 7/17/2026
Cumulative days on market: 33 days
Listing terms: Submit
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$492,600

$468,000 - $517,000

$2,987/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Listed for sale	$499,000+72.1%$296/sqft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22617682 Report a problem
7/10/2018	Sold	$290,000-3%$172/sqft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #21811379 Report a problem
6/19/2018	Pending sale	$299,000$178/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #21811379 Report a problem
6/11/2018	Listed for sale	$299,000$178/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #21811379 Report a problem
6/3/2018	Pending sale	$299,000$178/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #21811379 Report a problem
5/29/2018	Price change	$299,000-8%$178/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #21811379 Report a problem
4/20/2018	Listed for sale	$325,000+150%$193/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #21811379 Report a problem
10/3/2002	Sold	$130,000$77/sqft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #2214006 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$1,487 +4.2%	$40,692 +12.6%
2025	$1,427 +6%	$36,126 +22.3%
2024	$1,346 -0.5%	$29,531 +17.6%
2023	$1,353 +0.6%	$25,117 +19.5%
2022	$1,345 +3.1%	$21,019 +5.5%
2021	$1,304 +1.1%	$19,927 +13.1%
2020	$1,291	$17,620 +94.4%
2019	$1,291 +2.2%	$9,062 +17.5%
2018	$1,262 -0.5%	$7,714
2017	$1,269 +1.6%	$7,714 +3%
2016	$1,249 +4.2%	$7,489 +4.8%
2015	$1,198	$7,144
2014	--	--
2013	--	$164,479
2012	--	--
2011	--	--
2010	--	--
2009	--	--
2007	--	--
2006	--	--
2005	--	--
2004	--	--
2003	--	--
2002	--	--
2001	$1,083 +1.5%	--
2000	$1,067	--

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Blenman-Elm

Getting around

71 / 100

Very Walkable

39 / 100

Some Transit

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Blenman Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
2/10
Doolen Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
2/10
Catalina High Magnet School
Grades: 8-12Distance: 0.8 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.