$669,000
Vail, AZ 85641
MLS# 22617698
5 beds | 4 baths | 3809 sqft

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Property Description
Rare Desert Retreat on Nearly One Acre - No HOA! Experience the perfect combination of space, quality craftsmanship, and peaceful Arizona living in this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom 3,809 Sq. Ft. home situated on one acre in a quiet, established neighborhood where every home resides on a .98-acre lot. With no HOA, outstanding privacy, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and highly rated schools just 10-15 minutes away, this property truly offers the best of both worlds. Designed for comfortable everyday living and memorable entertaining, the home features a spacious living room and a large kitchen with abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and a cozy breakfast nook beneath a beautiful picture window that fills the room with natural light. The finished
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Address Information
Street #: 957
Direction: N
Street Name: Darlene
Suffix: Drive
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85641
County: Pima
Country: USA
Location Tax Legal
Tax Code: 305-43-0780
Area: Southeast
Subdivision: New Tucson Unit NO. 23 (140-261)
Contract Information
Current Price: $669,000
List Price: $669,000
Listing Date: 2026-07-17
Status: Active
Method of Title: Fee (Simple)
Distressed Info: None
General Property Information
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Status: Existing
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Lot Acres: 0.99
Lot Sqft: 42994
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Combined SqFt: 3809
Main House SqFt: 3809
Source of SqFt: Assessor
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Prkng: 2
Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 1
Total Baths: 4
Basement: Yes
# of Fireplaces: 1
Year Built: 2001
School District: Vail
Elementary School: Sycamore
Middle School: Corona Foothills
High School: Cienega
Horse Property: Yes - By Zoning
Horse Facilities: No
List Price/SqFt: 175.64
Lot Size Price/SqFt: 15.56
Remarks Misc
Geo Lat: 31.979718
Geo Lon: -110.713684
Showing Information
Directions: Take I-10 exit 279, right on Wentworth for 3 miles, turn left on Bacardi, then turn right on Darlene Dr. The property is on your right near the top of the street.
Kitchen Features
# of Ovens: 1
Countertops: Solid Surface
Pantry: Closet
Appliance Color: Other
Interior Features
Interior Steps Y/N: Y
Electric
Electric Company: TEP
GarageCarport Feat
Attached Garage: 1
Pool
Conventional: No
Driveway
Paved: Gravel
Exterior Features
Front Faces: North
Subdivision Restrict
Age Restrictions: No
CC&Rs: Yes
Deed Restrictions: Yes
Home Protection
Offered: No
Property Features
Stories: One
Construction: Frame - Stucco
Style: Ranch; Southwestern
Roof: Tile
Living Areas: Family Room; Living Room
Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar; Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Features: Desk; Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Microwave
Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Jetted Tub
Additional Bathroom Features: Shower & Tub
Laundry: Dryer; Laundry Room; Washer
Extra Room: Bonus Room; Storage
Guest Facilities: None
Interior Features: Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Storage; Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Floor Covering: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Laminate
Window Covering: Stay
Technology: Cable TV; High Speed Internet
Main Cooling: Central Air
Main Heating: Forced Air
Water Heater: Electric
Gas: None
Sewer: Septic
Water: Water Company
Accessibility Option: None
Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Pool: None
Spa: None
Fence: Block; Stucco Finish
Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel; Natural Desert; Shrubs; Trees
Landscape - Rear: Decorative Gravel; Shrubs; Trees
View: Desert; Mountain(s)
Road Type: Paved
Road Maintenance: County
Driveway: Circular
RV Parking: Space Available
Exterior Features: Fountain
Lot Features: North/South Exposure; Subdivided
Neighborhood Feature: None
Assoc Fees Includes: None
Assoc Amenities: None
Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA
Submit With Offer: Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater
Property Disclosures: Insurance Claims History Report; Seller Prop Disclosure
Special Conditions: None
Supplements
basement offers incredible flexibility with a cozy family room centered on a welcoming fireplace, a spacious recreation room (approximately 400 sq/ft) perfect for games, hobbies, or a home theater, approximately 320sq/ft storage room, and abundant storage throughout the home. Due to its impressive 8-inch-thick concrete basement walls, the lower level naturally stays cool during Arizona's hot summers and comfortably warm during the winter months.
Built with lasting quality in mind, this home features durable construction throughout, the 8-inch basement walls have 2-inches of insulation foam on both sides; the upstairs is constructed with 4-inch concrete walls 2 inches of foam on each side with a stucco finish that provides exceptional strength, energy efficiency, and long-term durability.
Step outside and discover your own private desert sanctuary. The meticulously landscaped front yard creates outstanding curb appeal, while the backyard is a peaceful oasis that attracts hummingbirds and a wide variety of native Arizona birds.
Enjoy morning coffee or evening gatherings on the expansive covered back porch overlooking the natural beauty of the property. Three handcrafted Southwestern metal gates add distinctive charm, while a digital timed sprinkler system keeps the landscaping thriving with minimal effort.
The expansive lot provides endless opportunities to create your dream outdoor lifestyle, with ample room for a guest casita, swimming pool, horse corral, gardens, or additional recreational space. A large horse shoe driveway offers abundant parking for guests, RVs, trailers, and recreational vehicles, while the oversized two-car garage includes a dedicated workspace for projects, hobbies, or extra storage.
This is more than a home--it's a lifestyle. Offering no street lights the stars above shine bright on moonless nights. Peaceful desert surroundings, and unlimited potential, this rare property is ready to welcome its next owners.
Option to attend Cienega, Empire or Andrada High Schools.
Listing Office: AZ Flat Fee
Last Updated: July - 17 - 2026
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