Charming home in the Tanque Verde Valley, offering timeless appeal and plenty of space to enjoy. The home features both a welcoming living room and a comfortable family room, providing flexible spaces for relaxing and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar, breakfast nook, and doors leading to the back porch making it perfect for gatherings with family and friends. New carpet and paint add a fresh touch, while the pride of ownership is evident throughout the home. Situated on horse-zoned property, this home is perfect for equestrian enthusiasts or those seeking extra space and a rural lifestyle. The huge back of the property is fully enclosed, providing endless possibilities. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-loved home with the charm of southwest living. Same owner since the 1970s and the following improvements have been made in the 10 years:
New water line from meter to house, double pane windows on west side of house, new leach field, replaced HVAC system, new carpet June 2026, recoated roof, shower plumbing with access in both bathrooms and house rekeyed.
There is a voluntary community association, Bel Air Estates Community Association (BARECA) more information can be found at bareca.org
For sale
$498,000
3520 N Melpomene Way, Tucson, AZ 85749
3beds
1,974sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
1.07 Acres Lot
$484,100 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Horse-zoned propertyBreakfast nookComfortable family roomRecoated roof
- 67 days
- 2,391
- 111
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alison Newton 520-400-0159,
Long Realty
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22616100
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,974
- Total interior livable area: 1,974 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Storage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Native Plants
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.07 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 205373440
- Zoning: Pima County - CR1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Southwestern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Burnt Adobe
- Roof: Built-Up
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Horses Allowed, Paved Street
- Security: Wrought Iron Security Door
- Subdivision: Bel Air Ranch Est
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tucson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $391,492
- Annual tax amount: $2,472
- Date on market: 6/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Listing terms: FHA,VA Loan,Conventional,Cash,Submit
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$484,100
$460,000 - $508,000
$2,818/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $498,000$252/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listing removed | $2,100$1/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Price change | $2,100-4.3%$1/sqft |
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| 2/14/2025 | Price change | $2,195-6.6%$1/sqft |
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| 1/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,350-6%$1/sqft |
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| 12/19/2024 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 11/12/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,473 +4.7% | $39,149 +3% |
| 2025 | $2,363 -1.9% | $38,009 -1% |
| 2024 | $2,408 +23.4% | $38,380 +17.2% |
| 2023 | $1,951 -0.4% | $32,735 +20% |
| 2022 | $1,959 +50.1% | $27,287 +3.2% |
| 2021 | $1,305 -4.7% | $26,434 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $1,369 | $25,567 +8.1% |
| 2019 | $1,369 -1.1% | $23,641 +21.7% |
| 2018 | $1,385 -10% | $19,433 |
| 2017 | $1,538 +4.4% | $19,433 |
| 2016 | $1,474 -2.1% | $19,433 |
| 2015 | $1,506 | $19,433 |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | $198,019 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
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| 2001 | $1,794 +0.5% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,785 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Tanque Verde
Nearby schools
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.




