5 Tucson Mansions Older Than Arizona, But Modernized For Today

TUCSON, AZ — Arizona was one the last states to be admitted to the union, achieving statehood on Feb. 14, 1912. Housing construction predated statehood, and several are historic architectural gems with prices varying from a high of almost $1.5 million to as little as $465,000.

Here are five of those homes currently listed by Patch’s real estate partner, realtor.com:

This home at 509 S. Sixth Ave., Tucson, built in 1902, is a bargain at $1,495,000 considering it combines two Queen Anne Victorian treasures on one property. A detailed restoration of the main house raises it to museum quality.

Some of the features include soaring ceilings, two fireplaces, original chandeliers and modern amenities like new plumbing, shutters, electric lights, bathrooms and an elevator/lift. The carriage house, a stand-alone residence, also has been completely remodeled with separate gas and electric and new windows, among other improvements. See the complete listing and more photos on realtor.com.

The original residents of this $1,399,000 mansion at 92 W. Simpson St., Tucson, would no doubt have appreciated the gorgeous Pebble Tec pool that makes a mansion in the hot desert ultimately more attractive.

It was built in 1880, a few years after the Arizona Territory was carved out of the New Mexico Territory. There’s a Jacuzzi in the backyard as well. It, too, is two residences in one, and both are constructed of mud adobe. The ceilings in the main home are at least 14 feet high and are adorned with original Saguaro Rib beamed ceilings. The property was once a commercial building, so the adobe walls are massively deep. See the complete listing and more photos on realtor.com.

Another architectural gem, this mansion at 505 S. Sixth Ave., Tucson, was built in 1902 and lists for $990,000. The four bedroom, three bathroom main house is a Victorian masterpiece featuring stunning stained glass windows, elegant fireplace surrounds, coffered ceiling, hardwood floors, impeccably updated bathrooms and a true chef’s kitchen. The balcony on the main house offers stunning views of “A” Mountain and the cityscape.

The guest “cottage” has two bedrooms and one bathroom with a multipurpose bonus space — an attached studio apartment with one bedroom and one bath that is filled with artistic touches. See the complete listing and more photos on realtor.com.

Another great historic property at 825 N. Seventh Ave., Tucson, lists for $824,000. The sellers are motivated enough that they’ll carry the note at a discount with a down payment of 30 percent.

Built in 1906, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has many of the original features, including hardwood floors, wood trim, original light fixtures and vintage tile. The property includes two parcels with a total of seven units. The fourplex main house is a Tudor Revival bursting with history as the grand E.L. Vail House designed by Holmes and Holmes architectural firm, whose designs represented the beginnings of Western influences and a separation from the building design standards of the eastern U.S. See a complete listing and photos on realtor.com.

For buyers who are looking for a more affordable historic home, this property at 116 N. First Ave., Tucson, that lists for $465,000 may fit the bill. Built in 1900, it is essentially brand new with lovingly restored 19th Century details. The electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems are all new, and modern finishes include white lime plaster, caramelized bamboo floors, quartz counters and LED cove lighting

Every detail was implemented by a world-class designer and builder duo, harmoniously marrying a Scandinavian architectural design with Tucson's territorial Adobe style. See a complete listing and photos on realtor.com.