Welcome to 2921 E Lester St--an iconic 2000 sq ft Blenman Elm gem blending classic Tucson Spanish charm with modern versatility. This 3 bed, 2 bath home features warm Saltillo tile, a cozy kiva fireplace, and colorful Mexican tile throughout. The backyard feels like a private retreat with a sparkling pool and lush, mature landscape. Currently a successful Airbnb, this property offers endless potential as a primary residence, rental, or winter retreat. Located in the heart of Tucson, you're moments from local bars, restaurants, and just 1.5 miles to the University of Arizona. A rare find in one of Tucson's most beloved historic neighborhoods.
For sale
Price increase: $120K (12/2)
$599,000
2921 E Lester St, Tucson, AZ 85716
3beds
2,011sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$576,000 Zestimate®
$298/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sparkling poolCozy kiva fireplaceLush mature landscapeWarm saltillo tile
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 08, 2025 at 04:21am
Listed by:
Linzee Ann Whelan 520-820-6743,
Long Realty
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22530485
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Library, Storage
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower & Tub
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area
Kitchen
- Description: Pantry: Cabinet,Countertops: Concrete
Living room
- Features: Off Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater: Natural Gas, Appliance Color: Stainless
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedroom Plan, Storage, High Speed Internet, Family Room, Living Room, Interior Steps, Den, Library, Storage
- Flooring: Concrete, Mexican Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Covering: Stay
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Bee Hive, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,011
- Total interior livable area: 2,011 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No RV Parking, No Garage, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: RV Parking: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Slab
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Conventional
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,840.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 57 x 136
- Features: North/South Exposure, Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Low Care, Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings, Low Care
Details
- Parcel number: 123040630
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame - Stucco, Masonry Stucco
- Roof: Built-Up - Reflect
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Tep
- Gas: Natural
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Blenman Annex
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tucson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $298/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $443,118
- Annual tax amount: $3,882
- Date on market: 12/2/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Submit
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$576,000
$547,000 - $605,000
$2,589/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Price change | $599,000+25.1%$298/sqft |
Source:  MLS of Southern Arizona #22530485 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2022 | Pending sale | $479,000$238/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22208338 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2022 | Sold | $479,000$238/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22208338 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2022 | Contingent | $479,000$238/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22208338 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $479,000+93.1%$238/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22208338 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,718 +6.7% | $44,312 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $3,485 -0.8% | $41,888 +17.6% |
| 2023 | $3,511 -0.3% | $35,627 +19.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,455/mo
Principal & interest
$2921
Property taxes
$324
Home insurance
$210
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Blenman-Elm
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Blenman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Doolen Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Catalina High Magnet SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blenman
- Middle: Doolen
- High: Catalina
- District: TUSD
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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