2801 E Camino Norberto, Tucson, AZ 85718 (MLS# 22508074)

2801 E Camino Norberto, Tucson, AZ 85718

$2,525,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,797 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 374,614 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,525,000 List Date: 3/21/2025 Last Modified: 5/22/2025

Description

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the renowned 'Ramada House' in Tucson, Arizona, a masterpiece designed by the acclaimed architect Judith Chafee. This privately gated estate spans 8.6 acres, featuring lush desert vegetation and breathtaking views of both the city and mountains, nestled in the prestigious Catalina Foothills Estates. Judith Chafee (1932-1998) was a pioneering architect whose most renowned work, the Ramada House in Tucson, Arizona, has left an indelible mark on modernist architecture. Completed in 1975, the Ramada House stands as the pinnacle of Chafee's career, embodying her innovative approach to desert modernism and her unwavering commitment to creating buildings that harmonize with their environment.

Supplements: The Ramada House is widely considered Chafee's most significant work, showcasing the full maturity of her architectural vision. Her education at Yale University and her work with luminaries such as Eero Saarinen and Walter Gropius laid the foundation for the unique design principles that found their fullest expression in this extraordinary residence. The Ramada House represents a masterful synthesis of modernist principles and regional building techniques, setting a new standard for desert architecture. As Chafee's most celebrated work, the Ramada House has been widely recognized in the architectural community. It has been featured in numerous publications, including a cover appearance in Architectural Record as a Record House Award winner. This recognition underscores the innovative nature of Chafee's design, which has become a cornerstone for architects studying desert modernism. The Ramada House's significance to Arizona's architectural heritage is further cemented by its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006, a rare honor for a relatively young building at the time. This designation not only acknowledges the house's architectural importance but also ensures its preservation for future generations to study and admire. The enduring impact of the Ramada House is reflected in recent publications and exhibitions dedicated to Chafee's work. The book "Powerhouse: The Life and Work of Judith Chafee" by Christopher Domin and Kathryn McGuire prominently features the Ramada House as a highlight of Chafee's career. Additionally, the traveling exhibit "Judith Chafee: Framing the Desert" showcases the Ramada House as a central piece, bringing this architectural marvel to a wider audience. With its distinctive lofted grid made of wood slats inspired by traditional Tohono O'odham building techniques, the Ramada House exemplifies Chafee's skill in integrating indigenous design elements with modern architecture. This approach not only created a unique aesthetic but also demonstrated a profound understanding of the local climate and culture, establishing the Ramada House as a seminal work in the field of regional modernism. The legacy of the Ramada House continues to inspire architects and students in Arizona and beyond. It serves as an exemplary model for sustainable, regionally responsive architecture that respects its environment while pushing the boundaries of modernist design. The ongoing interest in the Ramada House ensures that Judith Chafee's most significant contribution to architecture will continue to be studied, celebrated, and influential for years to come.

More Information MLS# 22508074

Address Information

Country: USA Street #: 2801 Direction: E Street Name: Camino Norberto State/Province: AZ Zip Code: 85718 County: Pima

Location, Tax & Legal

Comparable Only Listing: No Tax Year: 2024 Taxes: 5070.6 Assessments: 0 Taxes For: Dwelling & Land Legal Description: Catalina Foothills Est SWLY PTN Lot 56 & SWLY PTN Lot 124 & Strip LYG WLY & ADJ Lot 56 Historic Prop per ARS42-12104 (A Township: 13 Community: None Range: 14 Section: 17 Municipality/Zoning: Catalina - CR1 Fire Protection: Subscription Fema Flood Zone: No Municipal Flood Zone: No Tax Code: 108-15-057C Area: North Subdivision: Catalina Foothills Estates

Contract Information

Method of Title: Fee (Simple) Distressed Info: None Current Price: $2,525,000 Sold Price: $2,525,000 Listing Date: 2025-03-21 Status: Closed

Status Change Info

Off Market Date: 2025-05-02 Sold Price/SqFt: 665 Lot Sz Sold Prc/SqFt: 6.74 How Sold: Conventional Pending Date: 2025-05-21 Sold Date: 2025-05-22 Sold Price: $2,525,000

Showing Information

Directions: From Campbell, E/River, N/Camino Real, W/Camino Norberto to address on right

General Property Information

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence Construction Status: Existing Lot Dimensions: irregular Lot Acres: 8.6 Lot Sqft: 374614 Lot Size Source: Assessor Horse Property: Yes - By Zoning Main House SqFt: 3797 Source of SqFt: Assessor # of Covered Prkng: 2 # of Carport Spaces: 0 Basement: No # of Fireplaces: 2 Unit Level: 2 School District: Catalina Foothills Elementary School: Manzanita Middle School: Orange Grove High School: Catalina Fthls Horse Facilities: No List Price/SqFt: 789.57 Lot Size Price/SqFt: 8 Combined SqFt: 3797 # of Garage Spaces: 2 Bedrooms: 4 Full Baths: 4 Total Baths: 4 Year Built: 1975

Electric

Electric Company: TEP

Gas

Natural: 1

Stories

Two: 1

Construction

Slump Block: 1

Style

Contemporary: 1

Sewer

Septic: 1

Roof

Built-Up - Reflect: 1

Water

Public: 1

Living Areas

Family Room: 1 Living Room: 1

Dining Areas

Breakfast Nook: 1 Formal Dining Room: 1

Fence

Slump Block: 1

View

City: 1 Desert: 1 Mountains: 1 Panoramic: 1 Sunset: 1

Road Type

Gravel: 1

Kitchen Features

# of Ovens: 2 Countertops: granite Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Electric Cooktop: 1 Kitchen Island: 1 Pantry: Cabinet Refrigerator: 1 Appliance Color: Stainless

Road Maintenance

County: 1

Primary Bathroom Features

Double Vanity: 1 Shower & Tub: 1

Lot Features

Corner Lot: 1 Dividable Lot: 1 North/South Exposure: 1

Main Cooling

Zoned: 1

Additional Bathroom Features

Double Vanity: 1 Jack & Jill: 1 Shower & Tub: 1 Shower Only: 1

Laundry

Laundry Room: 1 Dryer: 1 Washer: 1

Main Heating

Forced Air: 1 Zoned: 1

Extra Room

Den: 1 Library: 1 Office: 1

Water Heater

Natural Gas: 1

Guest Facilities

None: 1

Association & Fees

HOA: No

Interior Features

Columns: 1 Storage: 1 Wet Bar: 1 Entrance Foyer: 1 High Ceilings: 1 Interior Steps Y/N: Y Split Bedroom Plan: 1 Vaulted Ceiling(s): 1 Walk-In Closet(s): 1

Assoc Fees Includes

None: 1

Fireplace

Wood Burning: 1

Fireplace Location

Living Room: 1 Other: library

Terms

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1 Submit: 1

Floor Covering

Carpet: 1 Concrete: 1 Wood: 1

Submit With Offer

Loan Pre-Qual: 1 Lead Based Paint Disclosure: 1 On-site Wastewater: 1

Window Covering

Some: 1

Accessibility Option

None: 1

Technology

Alarm System: 1 High Speed Internet: 1 Smart Thermostat: 1

Security

Alarm Installed: 1 Security Gate: 1 Smoke Detector(s): 1

Sold Info

Seller Concessions: 0

Landscape - Front

Desert Plantings: 1 Low Care: 1 Trees: 1

Landscape - Rear

Desert Plantings: 1 Low Care: 1 Trees: 1

Garage/Carport Feat

Attached Garage Cabinets: 1 Electric Door Opener: 1

Patio/Deck

Balcony: 1 Covered: 1 Deck: 1 Ramada: 1

Pool

Conventional: Yes Infinity: 1

Property Disclosures

Insurance Claims History Report: 1 Lead-Based Paint: 1 Seller Prop Disclosure: 1

Spa

None: 1

Special Conditions

None: 1

Driveway

Paved: Gravel

RV Parking

Space Available: 1

Exterior Features

Front Faces: South

Neighborhood Feature

None: 1

Subdivision Restrict

Age Restrictions: No CC&Rs: Yes Deed Restrictions: Yes

Assoc Amenities

None: 1

Home Protection

Offered: No

Remarks Misc

Geo Lat: 32.305709 Geo Lon: -110.930053

GarageCarport Feat

Attached Garage: 1

Property Features

Stories: Two Construction: Slump Block Style: Contemporary Roof: Built-Up - Reflect Living Areas: Family Room; Living Room Dining Areas: Breakfast Nook; Formal Dining Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Cooktop; Kitchen Island; Refrigerator Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Shower & Tub Additional Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Jack & Jill; Shower & Tub; Shower Only Laundry: Dryer; Laundry Room; Washer Extra Room: Den; Library; Office Guest Facilities: None Interior Features: Columns; Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings; Split Bedroom Plan; Storage; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Fireplace: Wood Burning Fireplace Location: Living Room Floor Covering: Carpet; Concrete; Wood Window Covering: Some Technology: Alarm System; High Speed Internet; Smart Thermostat Main Cooling: Zoned Main Heating: Forced Air; Zoned Water Heater: Natural Gas Gas: Natural Sewer: Septic Water: Public Accessibility Option: None Security: Alarm Installed; Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Pool: Infinity Spa: None Fence: Slump Block Landscape - Front: Desert Plantings; Low Care; Trees Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings; Low Care; Trees View: Desert; Mountains; Panoramic; Sunset Road Type: Gravel Road Maintenance: County RV Parking: Space Available Lot Features: Corner Lot; Dividable Lot; North/South Exposure Neighborhood Feature: None Assoc Fees Includes: None Assoc Amenities: None Terms: Cash; Conventional; Submit Submit With Offer: Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater Property Disclosures: Insurance Claims History Report; Lead-Based Paint; Seller Prop Disclosure Special Conditions: None
Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: May - 22 - 2025
2801 E Camino Norberto, Tucson, AZ 85718- MLS# 22508074
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