2801 E Camino Norberto, Tucson, AZ 85718

$2,850,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,797 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 374,614 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,850,000 List Date: 3/02/2026 Last Modified: 5/29/2026

Overview

Description

Set across more than six pristine protected acres in the Catalina Foothills, with uninterrupted 360-degree mountain, desert, and city vistas, the Ramada House stands as a singular offering -- iconic, private, and now permanently protected. Originally conceived by renowned architect Judith Chafee in 1975, this is widely regarded as her masterpiece and one of the most significant examples of Desert Modernism in the American Southwest. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and internationally studied, the Ramada House is more than a residence -- it is a landmark of American architectural history, reintroduced in its strongest and most compelling form. Qualified for reduced property taxes. Now fully restored and sensitively renovated by designer Casey W. Smith, the

Supplements: residence now stands in its most resolved architectural form -- its architectural integrity preserved, its systems and finishes thoughtfully elevated for modern living. Every refinement honors Chafee's original intent: disciplined geometry, filtered light, and architecture shaped by climate rather than trend. A monumental timber ramada -- Chafee's ...

Listing Details MLS# 22605636

Address Information

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

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Code
108-15-057C
Area
North
Subdivision
Catalina Foothills Estates

General Property Information

Dwelling Type
Single Family Residence
Construction Status
Existing
Lot Dimensions
Irregular
Lot Acres
8.6
Lot Sqft
374614
Lot Size Source
Other
Combined SqFt
3797
Main House SqFt
3797
Source of SqFt
Assessor
# of Garage Spaces
2
# of Covered Prkng
2
Full Baths
3
1/2 Baths
Yes
Total Baths
4
Basement
No
# of Fireplaces
2
Year Built
1975
School District
Catalina Foothills
Elementary School
Manzanita
Middle School
Orange Grove
High School
Catalina Fthls
Horse Property
Yes - By Zoning
Horse Facilities
No
List Price/SqFt
788.78
Lot Size Price/SqFt
7.99

Property Features

Stories: Two Construction: Concrete Block Style: Contemporary; Modern Roof: Built-Up - Reflect Living Areas: Family Room; Living Room Dining Areas: Breakfast Nook; Formal Dining Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Oven; Induction Cooktop Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Separate Shower(s); Soaking Tub Additional Bathroom Features: Jack & Jill; Powder Room; Shower Only Laundry: Dryer; Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Washer Extra Room: Library; Storage Guest Facilities: None Interior Features: Built-in Features; High Ceilings; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedroom Plan; Storage Fireplace: Wood Burning Fireplace Location: Living Room Floor Covering: Concrete; Wood Window Covering: Stay Window Features: Double Pane Windows Technology: Telephone Main Cooling: Central Air; Zoned Main Heating: Natural Gas; Zoned Water Heater: Natural Gas Gas: Natural Sewer: Septic Water: Public Accessibility Option: None Security: Security Gate; None Pool: Heated Spa: None Fence: View Fence Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel; Desert Plantings; Low Care; Natural Desert Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings; Low Care; Natural Desert View: Desert; Mountain(s); Panoramic; Sunset Road Type: Dirt Road Maintenance: County Driveway: Car(s) Pad RV Parking: None Exterior Features: Native Plants Lot Features: Adjacent to Wash; North/South Exposure Neighborhood Feature: Horses Allowed Assoc Fees Includes: None Assoc Amenities: None Terms: Cash; Submit Submit With Offer: Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater Property Disclosures: Insurance Claims History Report; Seller Prop Disclosure Special Conditions: None

Contract Information

Method of Title
Fee (Simple)
Distressed Info
None

Status Change Info

Off Market Date
2026-04-23
Pending Date
2026-05-28
Sold Date
2026-05-29
Sold Price/SqFt
750.59
Lot Sz Sold Prc/SqFt
7.61
How Sold
Conventional

More Information

Showing Information

Directions
Camino Real & River North to Camino Norberto. West to address. OR Skyline & Campbell south to Camino Juan Paisano. East to Camino Real. South to Camino Norberto. West to address.

Kitchen Features

# of Ovens
Yes
Pantry
Cabinet
Appliance Color
Other

Extra Room

Other
Chicken Coop/ WkShop

Interior Features

Interior Steps Y/N
Y

Fireplace Location

Other
Library

Electric

Electric Company
TEP

Water

Other
City of Tucson

GarageCarport Feat

Attached Garage
Yes

Pool

Conventional
Yes

Driveway

Paved
Concrete

Exterior Features

Front Faces
South

Subdivision Restrict

Age Restrictions
No
CC&Rs
No
Deed Restrictions
Yes

Home Protection

Offered
No
IDX
Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: May - 29 - 2026
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