$1,115,000
SOLD JUN 27, 2025

36493 S Desert Sun Dr Tucson, AZ 85739

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,762 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$296 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Private Pool
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Senior Community
  • Panoramic View

About This Home

As of June 2025

Outstanding lot with panoramic mountain views in The Preserve. Tierra model with 3BD/2.5BA + den (3,485 SqFt) main house & 1BD/1BA (277 SqFt) casita & a pool. Enter through the courtyard to the open concept floorplan & find walls of windows maximizing the view, stone gas fireplace & display wall with lighted art niches. The gourmet kitchen hosts an island w/ breakfast bar, granite countertops, upgraded appliances & cabinets & butler's pantry with wine cooler and sink. Spacious Primary bedroom hosts a luxury bathroom with dual sink vanity, walk-in enclosed heated shower, dual walk-in closets & large Den. Resort style rear yard boasts covered & uncovered patios, fire pits, built-in gas BBQ, solar heated pool & views. SaddleBrooke is a premier active adult community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Bayless

Long Realty Brokerage Phone: 520-668-8293 Listed on: 03/18/2025

Long Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Bert Jones

eXp Realty

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,618

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 98' x 135'
  • East or West Exposure
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned Other - CALL

HOA Fees

  • $300 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame With Stucco
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,762 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Panoramic Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Pavers
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Pad
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Extra Deep Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Pool

  • Private Pool
  • Solar Heated Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Built-In Barbecue

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, street maintenance
  • $350 HOA Transfer Fee
  • Saddlebrooke HOA #2 Association, Phone Number (520) 818-1000
  • Saddlebrooke Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions
  • RV Parking in Community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Volleyball Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Sport Court
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Putting Green
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,618

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$300 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Technology: Alarm System, Cable TV, High Speed Internet
  • Accessibility Options: None
  • Legal Description: Saddlebrooke Unit 42 Lot 28 Sec 24-10S-14E 13230 Sq Ft .30 Ac
  • Building Stories: One
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 317.65
  • Subdivision Restrict C C And Rs: Yes
  • Attribution Contact: 520-668-8293
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedroom Plan, Walk In Closet(s), Water Softener
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room, Patio
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3.00
  • Window Coverings: Stay
  • Floor Covering: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Shower(s), Soaking Tub
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Has Basement: No
  • Dining Areas: Formal Dining Room, Great Room
  • Kitchen Features Appliance Color: Stainless
  • Kitchen Features Countertops: granite
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Butler
  • Living Areas: Great Room
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Extra Room: Den
  • Combined Sq Ft: 3762.00
  • Interior Steps YN: N
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Island, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Main House Sq Ft: 3485.00
  • Source Of Sq Ft: Floor Plan

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame - Stucco
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Driveway Paved: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: BBQ-Built-In, Courtyard
  • F E M A Flood Zone: No
  • Fence: View Fence
  • Guest Facilities Other: Casita
  • Guest House Sq Ft: 277.0000
  • Landscape Front: Low Care
  • Landscape Rear: Low Care
  • Patio Deck: Covered, Paver
  • Pool: Solar Pool Heater
  • Pool Conventional: Yes
  • Road Maintenance: HOA
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: None
  • View: Panoramic

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Car(s) Pad
  • Garage Carport Feat: Attached Garage Cabinets, Electric Door Opener, Extended Length
  • Garage Carport Feat Other: workbench
  • Number Of Covered Prkng: 3.00
  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Rv Parking: Space Available

Utilities

  • Water: Water Company
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Electric Electric Company: Trico
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Gas Company: Natural
  • Main Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Main Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s), Wrought Iron Security Door
  • Sewer: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Park, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Maint, Street Maint
  • HOA: Yes
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 300.00
  • HOA Name: SaddleBrooke HOA #2
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • HOA Telephone: 520-818-1000
  • HOA Transfer Fee: 350.00
  • Community: None
  • Neighborhood Feature: Athletic Facilities, Exercise Facilities, Golf, Paved Street, Pickleball, Pool, Putting Green, Rec Center, Spa, Tennis Courts

Association/Amenities

  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Other
  • Elementary School: Other
  • Middle School: Other
  • High School: Other

Lot Info

  • Horse Facilities: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Dimensions: 98' x 135'
  • Lot Features: Adjacent to Wash, East/West Exposure, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Price Sq Ft: 91.44
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13068.00
  • Municipality Zoning: Other - CALL
  • Municipal Flood Zone: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 2006

Tax Info

  • Tax Code: 305-34-128
  • Taxes: 6618.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land

MLS Schools

  • Middle School: Other
  • Elementary School: Other
  • High School: Other
  • School District: Other

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 18, 2025
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
Bechky Living Trust and Bechky Ronald D
Bought by
Mclaughlin John R
Seller's Agent
Lisa Bayless
Long Realty
Buyer's Agent
Bert Jones
eXp Realty
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-6.69%
Views
144

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.04%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Outstanding Balance
$649,447
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$478,228

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 26, 2013
Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Mason Henry F and Mason Maria F
Bought by
The Bechky Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Karen Karnofski
Keller Williams Southern Arizona
Buyer's Agent
Karen Karnofski
Realty Executives Southern AZ
List Price
$812,500
Sold Price
$812,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2010
Sold by
Mellinger Richard D and Mellinger Lindseybelle
Bought by
Mason Henry F and Mason Maria F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2006
Sold by
Old Republic Title Insurance Agency
Bought by
Mellinger Richard D and Mellinger Lindseybelle

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$980,939
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,115,000 First American Title Insurance
Cash Sale Deed $812,500 Old Republic Title Agency
Warranty Deed $825,000 Old Republic Title Agency
Special Warranty Deed $1,048,439 Old Republic Title Agency
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $650,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $406,545 New Conventional
Previous Owner $41,032 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $980,939 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Sold $1,115,000 -6.7% $296 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2025 03/18/25 For Sale $1,195,000 +47.1% $318 / Sq Ft
02/21/2014 02/21/14 Sold $812,500 0.0% $217 / Sq Ft
01/22/2014 01/22/14 Pending -- -- --
12/26/2013 12/26/13 For Sale $812,500 -- $217 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,325 $84,717 -- --
2024 $6,229 $86,440 -- --
2023 $6,618 $72,354 $13,068 $59,286
2022 $6,229 $65,338 $13,068 $52,270
2021 $6,385 $64,695 $0 $0
2020 $6,150 $65,475 $0 $0
2019 $5,749 $65,593 $0 $0
2018 $5,460 $63,947 $0 $0
2017 $5,257 $65,950 $0 $0
2016 $4,999 $62,492 $10,000 $52,492
2014 $4,444 $39,511 $10,000 $29,511
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS of Southern Arizona

MLS Number: 22507741

MLS of Southern Arizona

APN: 305-34-128