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Sandra Baldwin

Realtor - Co-Founder at Launch Real Estate

  • Office (602) 397-4300
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1887 E Desert Garden Drive, Tucson, AZ – $2,175,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,243 Sqft
  • 1.12 Acres
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,243 Sqft
  • 1.12 Acres

1887 E Desert Garden Drive

Perched high above the city within the prestigious 24/7 guard-gated community of Pima Canyon Estates, this Desert Modernism estate is framed by the Santa Catalina Mountains and Tucson's legendary dark skies. Arrival is quietly dramatic: a discreet motor court, porte-cochère, exposed concrete walkways, and a custom steel-and-glass entry anchored in stacked stone. Just across the street, a lush Zen garden with a tranquil pond and serene sitting areas offers a peaceful extension of the property's restorative atmosphere. Inside, the desert doesn't disappear--it becomes the view. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass bring the Catalinas into everyday living, while travertine floors flow through an open plan designed for effortless gathering. Owner is licensed to sell real estate in Arizona. Thoughtful North/South orientation, a water filtration system, EV charging station, and privately owned solar panels that offer incredible efficiency with an average electric bill of approximately $35.00 per month. The kitchen is the home's social center, featuring Mont Blanc quartzite counters with seamless integrated backsplash, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and Visual Comfort lighting. French doors open to a veranda courtyard where city lights and mountain silhouettes set the scene for dinner and sunset. A single-level private primary wing is positioned for sweeping Catalina views and total privacy, featuring an electric fireplace and an adjoining meditation/bonus room. The spa-inspired bath offers dual vanities, a generous walk-in shower, and a freestanding soaking tub designed for true retreat. Across the home, two additional bedrooms each feature renovated en-suite baths and share a private living area--ideal for guests or multigenerational living. A substantial fourth bedroom is perfectly suited as a dedicated home office. Outdoors, the architecture continues: an integrated pool and elevated spa mirror sky and mountain, complemented by a putting green, while deep cantilevered overhangs create shade and true outdoor "rooms." A spiral staircase leads to a private view deck--your front-row seat to Tucson's color-washed sunsets and star-filled nights. A separate veranda with a trickling fountain adds a quiet, restorative corner of the grounds. This is not just a home with views. It's a sustainable, secure, and modern lifestyle built around the outdoor setting, privacy, and the Sonoran Desert at its finest.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #7005850
  • Price$2,175,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms4.00
  • Square Footage4,243
  • Acres1.12
  • Year Built2000
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleContemporary
  • StatusActive

Community Information

  • Address1887 E Desert Garden Drive
  • SubdivisionPIMA CANYON ESTATES
  • CityTucson
  • CountyPima
  • StateAZ
  • Zip Code85718

Amenities

  • AmenitiesGated
  • UtilitiesSW Gas, Oth Elec (See Rmrks)
  • Parking Spaces3
  • # of Garages3
  • Has PoolYes
  • PoolOutdoor, Heated

Parking

Attached Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

View

Panoramic, City Lights, Mountain(s)

Interior

  • HeatingZoned, Natural Gas
  • CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • FireplaceYes
  • # of Stories1

Interior Features

High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Pantry, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub

Appliances

Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Gas Range

Fireplaces

Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Exterior

  • RoofBuilt-Up
  • ConstructionStucco, Wood Frame

Exterior Features

Built-in BBQ, Covered Patio(s), Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s), Other

Lot Description

Desert Back, Gravel/Stone Front

School Information

  • DistrictAmphitheater Unified District
  • MiddleLawrence W Cross Middle School

Elementary

Winifred Harelson Elementary School

Listing Details

  • Office1912 Realty
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Listing information last updated on April 3rd, 2026 at 9:59pm MST.