5861 E  River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750
OFF MARKET

5861 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,648 sqft (on 1.08 acres)

$830,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,609/mo*

$830,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,609/mo*
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,648 sqft
(on 1.08 acres)

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Local Information

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Description

Would you like that feeling of being on top of the world? Then up the long driveway you will find the best views in the neighborhood; private and secluded. Located in the heart of the Catalina Foothills, this ridgetop home offers amazing 360-degree views of the entire Tucson Valley. Sweeping views across the valley offer you front row seats to breathtaking twinkling city lights, majestic mountains, and beautiful sunset vistas. Enjoy the Tucson lifestyle from the rear patio with the sparkling pool, spa & panoramic views. 10' vaulted ceilings (some planked) and towering beehive in the great room. You will find the heart of the home to be this impressive kitchen with extensive center island and abundant cabinets. Much to see and enjoy! Be sure to see the floor plan and virtual tour.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 24, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$2/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 5861 E River Rd

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2648 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Pre-Wired Tele Lines, Phone ConnectedAppliances: Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Water SoftenerDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry Room,DryerMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Bee Hive, Wood Burning, Great RoomSpa: ConventionalHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s), Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
View
Has a ViewView: City, Sunset, Panoramic, Sunrise
Security
Security: Security System Owned, Shutters, Rolling Security Shutters, Security Gate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle Built Up ReflectPatio / Porch: Covered, PatioFencing: Wrought Iron
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: CountyRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 240

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1993
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch,Santa Fe,Southwestern
Building
Construction Materials: Frame - Stucco, Slump Block
Property Information
Parcel Number: 109222880

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $897,500
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 29 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: TucsonCommunity: Rio Verde Vista II (1-73)
School Information
Elementary School: WhitmoreJr High / Middle School: MageeHigh School: SabinoHigh School District: TUSD

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2648 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: NoneNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Name: Rio Verde VistaHOA Phone: 520-623-2324Has an HOAHOA Fee: $18/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.08 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 22400061

Additional Information

None
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Linda M Johnson, (520) 991-5192
Tierra Antigua Realty
Bought with: Jillian G Barnes, Long Realty
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona, MLS#22400061

Price History for 5861 E River Rd

DatePriceEventSource
09/30/2024$843,477Sold
MLS of Southern Arizona #22400061
08/29/2024$897,500ContingentMLS of Southern Arizona #22400061
07/02/2024$897,500PriceChange
MLS of Southern Arizona #22400061
04/19/2024$939,000PriceChange
MLS of Southern Arizona #22400061
03/22/2024$959,000PriceChange
MLS of Southern Arizona #22400061
01/02/2024$995,000Listed For SaleMLS of Southern Arizona #22400061
01/26/2023$885,000ListingRemovedMLS of Southern Arizona #22301023
01/14/2023$885,000Listed For SaleMLS of Southern Arizona #22301023
01/10/2023ListingRemovedMLS of Southern Arizona #22300423
01/06/2023$885,000Listed For SaleMLS of Southern Arizona #22300423
03/10/2017$474,000Sold
MLS of Southern Arizona #21702967
10/30/2003$455,000Sold
MLS of Southern Arizona #2307014
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,386
Assessment$583,074
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5861 E River Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.06
Single-Family Home
$900,000
03/16/26
4
3
2,801
0.21
Single-Family Home
$625,000
02/20/26
4
3
2,463
0.18
Single-Family Home
$987,500
04/03/26
4
3.5
3,242
0.33
Single-Family Home
$623,850
10/16/25
4
3
3,105
0.40
Single-Family Home
$615,000
07/07/25
4
3
2,850
0.34
Single-Family Home
$736,000
06/17/25
4
2.5
2,617
0.36
Single-Family Home
$880,000
07/22/25
3
3
2,765
0.55
Single-Family Home
$885,000
07/31/25
4
2.5
2,386
0.53
Single-Family Home
$675,000
11/14/25
4
2
2,628
0.43
Single-Family Home
$649,000
11/07/25
3
2.5
2,819

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 5861 E River Rd.
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What Locals Say about Tucson

At least 4565 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 18 % Say there are community events

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Corporate1999
    "Downtown, MSA Annex, Mercado, Farmers Market, Mission Gardens, A Mountain, Santa Cruz River, Garden of Gesthemane. Trolley, city bikes, bike lanes, bus. Free parking lots. Families and parks."
  • EM
    "Almost the entire neighborhood has sidewalks for safe dog-walking. Some yards have overgrown cacti to be wary of though."
  • Roy Cooksey
    "As a dog one to myself, I like that it is a safe neighborhood to walk your dog you see people walking the dogs at all times a day, early morning nighttime afternoon. It is a great place for people and their pets."
  • Hildagom520
    "It's centrally located to everything I need stores, high way access, restaurants, post office, gas stations. Beautiful Mountain Views "
  • Bballa216
    "Loose stray dogs that look to attack people and dog walkers in the neighborhood no close dog parks.."
  • Isaac Estrada
    "I work just down the road. My commute is only 5 minutes. I’ve never had any issues with traffic. My office is within walking distance."
  • Lmacias0130
    "Church trunk or treats , old Tucson studios, community garage sales, mountains and hiking trails mt Lemmon "
  • Dreniz
    "dangerous. drivers are horrible. no regard for the safety of others. red light running is a hobby for people "
  • Becky Prince
    "There is easy access to your bus routes and it is minutes to downtown. Shopping is walking distance. Excellent restaurants and live music on most weekends. Neighbors are well educated, friendly, and ages range from 1 to the 90s. There are a lot of walkers in the morning and evening and parks, golf, tennis, and a community are blocks away. "
  • Larryaasher
    "It’s a nice neighborhood lots of friendly people. I can’t think of anything else to say. There an elementary school nearby. "
  • 2hxywnp7rd
    "I like the overall neighborhood it has a good feel and my neighbors are kind but not in my business "
  • Carrie Anne
    "Not a very kid friendly city in general, but if you live on the outskirts of Tucson; East- Tanque Verde/Vail, North (Oro Valley), West(Picture Rocks), and far south (Sahuarita) then it’s pretty nice!"
  • Carrie Anne
    "Not much to do for kids. Bad schools. Almost no parks in the area, side walks randomly cease. It’s 100+degrees for 2/3rds of the year. Don’t recommend "
  • P Dublin
    "We have a neighborhood association (not an HOA) that puts on events in our little local park. Events like Mother’s Day celebrations, movie nights, back to school BBQ, Friday nights at the park with food trucks. We also have a community garden. My neighborhood (Colonial del Valley) is mostly elderly people who raised their kids here and a mix of younger people who are buying homes from relatives. "
  • Macyrclark
    "This area is my bubble has everything most of the restaurants are walking distance from where we are but a little to hot for walking but could in the off season for sure."
  • Angelkatrina7
    "There are a lot of dog walkers in the neighborhood. There are, however, a fair number of stray cats in the neighborhood & that can upset some dogs. "
  • Loveashley526
    "Dog owners would really like the face that its a safe area and there are a lot of dogs and dog friendly people, "
  • Marie
    "Great friendly neighborhood- lots of people walking dogs and being active. The views are amazing and there is shopping close by "
  • Shanice Gonzalez
    "They would like the decent space the dogs have in the yards and close walks to Jacob’s Park. At the park, there is a dog park as well. They may not like reckless drivers that cut through the neighborhood streets at times. This would usually occur at night though. There are many dogs in this neighborhood, mostly friendly and very few would ever get out. "
  • 2hxywnp7rd
    "The streets are dark at night T. Take all safety precautions to keep loved ones safe. Make sure if your a bike rider you have all legal lights. "
  • Penny Donnelly
    "Movies in the park, community gardens, within walking distance to mall, frisbee park, good restaurants nearby"
  • Marie
    "Lots of open space, paths and hiking trails to walk your dog. Most people out walking I see have dogs and are friendly. "
  • Lesreyhen
    "It’s a really good area to walk your dog and visit with other walkers. It’s really quiet and no problems whatsoever "
  • Melissa Porter
    "Just visiting but love this neighborhood and location. Restaurants and walking options are plentiful. "
  • Jesus331913
    "I like this area it's so beautiful ther a lot of houses and the neighborhood are very good people and the school for my children's is close "
  • Witt.miranda
    "I really like the Mountain View’s and the sense of community. I also really enjoy the farmers market "
  • Judith Friedman
    "I’m new here and have no children, but it seems as though it is family friendly. Definitely dog friendly!"
  • Lesreyhen
    "The neighborhood is great to walk your pet. Friendly people and quiet at night There are any restaurants within walking distance. "
  • J2t55y5rdn
    "Rita Ranch is a quiet little suburb. People are friendly enough but not over bearing. Most neighborhoods facilities are maintained to the bare minimum, yards are mostly well kept, amenities are lacking in the area "
  • Trulia User
    "Unfortunately, there is no special events in our community neighborhood or anything around here. Maybe one day things will change."
  • Uriv.223
    "Very beautiful and perfect the people around the while are always helpful and respected been here for my whole life and it keeps on growing and growing gotta love the south side "
  • Lisa Napoleon Salgado
    "Many people have dogs and walk them regularly. Dogs are welcome in the Northwest part of Tucson! "
  • BP
    "It is centrally located near Reid Park. You can easily walk to the bus stops nearby. It is minutes away from the university and shopping downtown or a variety of shops, eating establishments, and the mall is not far away. There is also a fire station nearby, but not too close to be disturbing. "
  • Mary Earney-stoe
    "I’ve lived here since the first house was built. Perfect neighborhood for my family. The pool is wonderful and so are the little playgrounds. There also sidewalks available for walking."
  • Paul Bertelsen
    "I would say it’s a pleasant, diverse blend of young families and old retirees, providing a welcoming atmosphere for all, new and old!"
  • Amber
    "I visit at least 3-4 times a week and I love this neighborhood! The views are beautiful and the neighbors are friendly , it’s perfect!"
  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood use to be awesome. We would play outside and it was safe. Once families moved out and investors came in and started renting out these homes it was no longer safe. "
  • Trulia User
    "holloween potlucks, holidays are very neighborly very neighborly, they look after each other houses and kids very safe. "
  • Trulia User
    "Wonderful friendly neighborhood! You see neighbors out with dogs and exercising. All homes are well taken care of."
  • Trulia User
    "Close to the mall and close to grocery stores. It is a Spanish neighborhood but also other cultural places too."

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5861 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,648 sqft single-family home built in 1993. This property is not currently available for sale. 5861 E River Rd was last sold on Sep 30, 2024 for $843,477 (6% lower than the asking price of $897,500). The current Trulia Estimate for 5861 E River Rd is $830,000.