2801 E Camino Norberto, Tucson, AZ 85718

New Listing
$2,995,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,797 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 374,614 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,995,000 List Date: 3/02/2026 Last Modified: 3/03/2026

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 defining gesture -- spans the residence, casting shifting patterns of light and shadow while creating a powerful thermal canopy above. Below, the home unfolds in layered planes that step naturally with the terrain. Terraces, courtyards, and transitional spaces dissolve the boundary between interior and desert, reinforcing the seamless integration of structure and landscape. Concrete masonry construction, mortar-washed surfaces, and exposed structural timber speak to Chafee's rigorous modernism, while refined updates enhance livability without compromising architectural authenticity. The residence is also equipped with state-of-the-art twin gas-powered backup generators. Public and private spaces are thoughtfully layered, creating both intimate retreat and dramatic entertaining environments beneath the filtered desert light. The Ramada House has been featured in the MOMA traveling exhibit: "Judith Chafee: Framing the Desert" highlighting her contributions to regional, sustainable architecture, along with her international recognition. The Ramada House has been featured and studied on Smithsonian-affiliated architectural tours of the American Southwest. Located within the most coveted enclave of the Catalina Foothills -- the storied "Old Foothills" -- this offering represents a rare convergence of architectural significance, land preservation, and enduring desert beauty.

More Information MLS# 22605636

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: 2025 Taxes: 5301.82 Legal Description: From Parcel:001010010 /Catalina Foothills Estates Swly Ptn Lot 56 & Swly Ptn Lot 124 & Strip Lyg Wly & Adj Lot 56 Histor Township: 13 Community: None Range: 14 Section: 17 Municipality/Zoning: Pima County - 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: $2,995,000 List Price: $2,995,000 Listing Date: 2026-03-02 Status: Active

General Property Information

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence Construction Status: Existing Lot Dimensions: Irregular Lot Acres: 6 Lot Sqft: 374614 Lot Size Source: Other 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 School District: Catalina Foothills Elementary School: Manzanita Middle School: Orange Grove High School: Catalina Fthls Horse Facilities: No List Price/SqFt: 788.78 Lot Size Price/SqFt: 7.99 Combined SqFt: 3797 # of Garage Spaces: 2 Bedrooms: 4 Full Baths: 3 1/2 Baths: 1 Total Baths: 4 Year Built: 1975

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.

Electric

Electric Company: TEP

Gas

Natural: 1

Stories

Two: 1

Construction

Concrete Block: 1

Style

Contemporary: 1 Modern: 1

Sewer

Septic: 1

Roof

Built-Up - Reflect: 1

Water

Public: 1 Other: City of Tucson

Living Areas

Family Room: 1 Living Room: 1

Dining Areas

Breakfast Nook: 1 Formal Dining Room: 1

Fence

View Fence: 1

View

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

Road Type

Dirt: 1

Kitchen Features

# of Ovens: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Electric Oven: 1 Induction Cooktop: 1 Pantry: Cabinet Appliance Color: Other

Road Maintenance

County: 1

Primary Bathroom Features

Double Vanity: 1 Separate Shower(s): 1 Soaking Tub: 1

Lot Features

Adjacent to Wash: 1 North/South Exposure: 1

Main Cooling

Central Air: 1 Zoned: 1

Additional Bathroom Features

Jack & Jill: 1 Powder Room: 1 Shower Only: 1

Laundry

Laundry Room: 1 Dryer: 1 Gas Dryer Hookup: 1 Washer: 1

Main Heating

Natural Gas: 1 Zoned: 1

Extra Room

Library: 1 Storage: 1 Other: Chicken Coop/ WkShop

Water Heater

Natural Gas: 1

Guest Facilities

None: 1

Association & Fees

HOA: Yes

Interior Features

Built-in Features: 1 Storage: 1 High Ceilings: 1 Interior Steps Y/N: Y Primary Downstairs: 1 Split Bedroom Plan: 1

Assoc Fees Includes

None: 1

Fireplace

Wood Burning: 1

Fireplace Location

Living Room: 1 Other: Library

Terms

Cash: 1 Submit: 1

Floor Covering

Concrete: 1 Wood: 1

Submit With Offer

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

Window Covering

Stay: 1

Accessibility Option

None: 1

Window Features

Double Pane Windows: 1

Technology

Telephone: 1

Security

Security Gate: 1 None: 1

Landscape - Front

Decorative Gravel: 1 Desert Plantings: 1 Low Care: 1 Natural Desert: 1

Landscape - Rear

Desert Plantings: 1 Low Care: 1 Natural Desert: 1

Garage/Carport Feat

Electric Door Opener: 1 Separate Storage Area: 1

Patio/Deck

Balcony: 1 Patio: 1 Paver: 1

Pool

Conventional: Yes Heated: 1

Property Disclosures

Insurance Claims History Report: 1 Seller Prop Disclosure: 1

Spa

None: 1

Special Conditions

None: 1

Driveway

Car(s) Pad: 1 Paved: Concrete

RV Parking

None: 1

Exterior Features

Front Faces: South Native Plants: 1

Neighborhood Feature

Horses Allowed: 1

Subdivision Restrict

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

Assoc Amenities

None: 1

Home Protection

Offered: No

Remarks Misc

Geo Lat: 32.305715 Geo Lon: -110.930044

GarageCarport Feat

Attached Garage: 1

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; Mountains; 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
Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
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Last Updated: March - 03 - 2026
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