Built in 1870, this newly complete modern renovation has been a pet project of the Burnham & Brown Architecture Firm. The property consists originally of three old adobe homes, two were combined into one and the other was increased in size. The kitchens were designed by a gourmet chef with fully functional industrial Wolf appliances.

If you're looking for a well-built home, take a look at the three foot thick adobe walls. The Carrier air-conditioning systems for both homes were recently added and are still under warranty. In the back yard there is a guesthouse made out of a barn behind the original home, affectionately known by the past owners as "The Chapel."

You would be hard-pressed to find a bigger lot in the Historical Barrio district. The back yard is desert landscaped with more than enough room for a pool while you could still entertain wedding-sized outdoor engagements. A brand new top of the line watering system installed by Tolson's Irrigation is ready for a sophisticated drip system to all your potted plants, shrubs, trees, along with a new lawn if you so choose; all with there own individual setup. It is your chance to build a real "oasis in the desert."

Convent Avenue in Tucson, Arizona is considered by many to be the Madison Avenue of old Tucson, where the founding settlers created the now downtown, at the turn of the century. Tourist to the old pueblo have been known to pull over their rental cars and just walk through the streets. 479 is situated in company right next door to the famous architectural design project of Rick Joy's rammed earth main office and personal homes. Share in the neighborhood of artists while on the other side we have a local jewelry designer. This is an area of the past, where people stop and say, "hello."

If you interest is entertainment, the Tucson Convention Center TCC is just a couple of blocks away, along with the newly renovated FOX Theatre, and all downtown venues of music and restaurants. It is also conveniently located within a short walk to the artist district of the 4th Avenue markets. Or if you are a student, hop on your bike and be at the University of Arizona in minutes.

This is a rare find, especially in the Rio Nuevo area, it's currently the only luxury listing available in all of this authentic section of Tucson. The Pepper Group™ Diversified Real Estate has been working with investors, developing the possibility of purchasing the homes as rentals, especially considering the fact that the past owners have been approached by many interested high-end renters, thus offsetting the amount of any mortgage payment.

Special Note: The past owners used the Convent property as a large artist's gallery, and the smaller unit was where they raised their family. The property is zoned HO-3, which is a special historic preservation zone, allowing for a low density office space. It can't be marketed as commercial. However the zoning allows for a professional office with limited parking; such as a daycare, adult care, or possibly a bed and breakfast B&B. This opens up the real estate possibilities tremendously. Along with this the Convent home is established as a historic landmark, so currently the total yearly property tax is a little over $1000. Again, this is an extremely rare find.

479 Convent Avenue

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