Amazing opportunity for move-in ready 3 bed/2 full bath, 1, 620 SqFt single story 1954 mid-century modern red brick ranch home on .19 acre R-1 lot, the freedom of no HOA, located in desirable Highland Vista neighborhood, walking distance to Highland Vista Park including large grassy field, playground, Highland Vista Community pool (voluntary membership for pool use), Community Garden's sponsored garden and year-round neighborhood events. Experience the best of both worlds with the vintage character and charm you seek with modern amenities, the perfect solution for those looking for an Airbnb investment property, rental (rented for $1950 a month), seasonal visitors (no stairs/no steps), secure student housing, and first time home buyers alike! N/S orientation provides daily Catalina Mountain views from the front of the home. A large circular driveway with drive-thru carport offers abundant on- and off-street parking, hardwired landscape lighting, raised concrete flower garden, granite rock basin, shade providing mature mesquite tree, while mature lush landscaping creates exceptional curb appeal and privacy. Inside, buyers will appreciate tile flooring throughout with no carpet, soaring vaulted wood-beam ceilings, exposed wire-cut brick walls, dual cooled with gas HVAC and swap cooler options, Nest smart digital thermostat, plantation wood shutters, and a spacious living room filled with natural light. The centerpiece of the home is a stunning floor-to-ceiling red brick, double-sided wood-burning fireplace with a flagstone hearth, beautifully anchoring the living and dining spaces while adding warmth, character, and timeless Southwestern charm. The cozy open kitchen features real wood painted cabinetry, tiled countertops, stainless steel appliance package with white gas stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher, plus a double metal sink perfectly positioned beneath a garden window. Adjacent to the kitchen is a formal dining/family room area highlighted by impressive energy-efficient multi-slide glass patio doors. All three panels glide effortlessly and stack neatly to one side, creating a dramatic wall of glass that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. This architectural feature floods the home with natural light and captures the essence of mid-century modern design, extending the living space onto the patio for effortless entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Large guest bedrooms feature rare mitered corner windows, creating a dramatic floating-glass effect that showcases a signature element of mid-century modern architecture while filling the rooms with natural light. The updated guest bathroom offers a tiled vanity countertop and a tiled shower/tub. The spacious primary suite features an updated ensuite bathroom with a tiled shower/tub combination, plus a dedicated internal laundry and storage room with washer and dryer included. Step outside and enjoy tranquil Tucson evenings beneath the extended covered patio overlooking the beautifully landscaped tiered backyard. Designed for both relaxation and low-maintenance living, the outdoor space features mature native desert vegetation, brick paver walkways, raised flower gardens, brick planter, fruit trees, a storage shed, and a gated metal side yard with convenient alley access. Surrounded by privacy block walls, this backyard retreat provides the perfect setting for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying Tucson's weather year round. Conveniently located in the heart of Central Tucson with an impressive 92 Bike Score, this home is a short distance from Duff Elementary School, Rincon High School, and Arizona College of Nursing. Just minutes from grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, movie theaters, Park Place Mall, the University of Arizona, Banner Medical Center, Tucson Medical Center, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Don't miss this opportunity to own a classic mid-century modern home in a prime Central Tucson location!
