RUDY RUIZTHE FOOTHILLS COLLECTION
TUCSON, ARIZONA · 85718 & 85750
Your personal guide to the Catalina Foothills.
Extraordinary scenery. A rich architectural story.
And the everyday places that make it feel like home.
01 / THE STORY OF A PLACE
Before we talk about where to eat or which trail to take, I want you to know what makes this part of Tucson so special.
Here, the mountains shape the backdrop, the roads follow the land, and architecture has a conversation with the desert. That sense of place is one of the first things I want you to experience when you arrive.
Rudy Ruiz
Developer John W. Murphey, his wife Helen, and Swiss-born architect Josias Joesler helped shape the Foothills’ modern identity. Murphey acquired a large tract north of River Road in 1928. Their vision brought together generous lots, desert vegetation, mountain views and architecture rooted in the Southwest.
Construction of Catalina Foothills Estates began in 1935. Joesler’s Spanish Colonial Revival influences and Helen’s attention to interiors and Mexican craftsmanship helped give the area its enduring character. St. Philip’s in the Hills, completed in 1936, remains an accessible landmark of that story.
This is one chapter in a much longer regional story. Tucson’s Indigenous connections predate these subdivisions. University of Arizona archives also document exclusionary restrictions in early development—a fuller history acknowledges that legacy alongside the architecture.
University of Arizona archives ↗ · Catalina Foothills Association ↗ · Joesler’s story ↗
02 / MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
A table with a view. A new morning ritual.
A favorite place you haven’t found yet.
PERSONALLY SELECTED
Restaurant favorites follow Rudy’s supplied Catalina Foothills list. Other collections are researched local resources. Confirm hours, reservations, access and current offerings directly.
03 / GET YOUR BEARINGS
See how the canyons, neighborhoods
and everyday destinations connect.
EXPLORE WITH GOOGLE MAPS
Tucson, Arizona · 85718 & 85750
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04 / THE EVERYDAY PICTURE
Start with your routine.
Then find the home that fits it.
Use these broad planning ranges from the central Foothills near Sunrise and Hacienda del Sol. Your address, route and traffic can change the drive considerably.
Illustrative estimates, not live travel times. Open a route for current directions.
A beautiful view matters. So does the drive you make every day. I’ll help you compare the places you actually use, from your trailhead and grocery store to work, school and your favorite dinner spot.
05 / FROM EXPLORING TO BELONGING
Let’s connect the places you love
with a home that feels like you.
The next question is personal: where would you love to come home?
I’ll help you connect the dots between the homes you’re considering and the places you’ll use every day. Start with these prominent Foothills communities, then let’s build a selection around your budget, timing and priorities.
Swipe or use the arrows to explore. Photos show the labeled neighborhood setting or nearby landmark, not homes offered for sale. Nearby connections indicate the surrounding area; distance varies by property. Club access and membership should be confirmed separately.
A SELECTED COLLECTION · LONG REALTY
Explore a selection from PlatinumServiceAZ.com, from distinctive desert estates to new homes in Quintana. Open a home for its current price, availability and full details on my Long Realty website.
CATALINA FOOTHILLS · TUCSON
7 beds · 11 baths · 18,653 sq. ft.
Listing courtesy of Long Realty · MLS 22600497
View current price & details ↗QUINTANA · CATALINA FOOTHILLS
2 beds · 3 baths · 2,516 sq. ft.
Listing courtesy of Long Realty · MLS 22615614
View current price & details ↗QUINTANA · CATALINA FOOTHILLS
4 beds · 5 baths · 4,200 sq. ft.
To be built · See listing for plans and details.
Listing courtesy of Long Realty · MLS 22615595
View current price & details ↗QUINTANA · CATALINA FOOTHILLS
3 beds · 4 baths · 3,421 sq. ft.
Listing courtesy of Long Realty · MLS 22615609
View current price & details ↗CATALINA FOOTHILLS · TUCSON
5 beds · 5 baths · 4,591 sq. ft.
Listing courtesy of Long Realty · MLS 22428216
View current price & details ↗Swipe or use the arrows to explore. Selected October 4, 2026; availability and details may change. Follow each listing for current information. Listing images may include proposed construction; see individual listings for details. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing data © 2026 MLS of Southern Arizona.
Explore the full collection on PlatinumServiceAZ.com ↗YOUR HOME SEARCH, PERSONALLY CURATED
Tell me which neighborhoods caught your eye, your ideal price range and when you’re planning to move. I’ll help you narrow the options and arrange the next steps.
A LITTLE INSPIRATION
Start with a comfortable Sabino Canyon walk or a scenic Crawler reservation. Choose your distance and check conditions first.
Explore DeGrazia’s desert art, then wander La Encantada’s open-air courtyards. Leave space for a leisurely lunch.
Book a table at The Grill at Hacienda del Sol or one of my other favorites. The best itinerary leaves time to take in the view.
LET’S MAKE IT PERSONAL
I created this guide to help you feel connected before you even arrive. Whether you’re relocating, buying or selling, I can help you connect this lifestyle to the right next step in real estate.
My Long Realty office is at Sunrise and Hacienda del Sol. I serve buyers and sellers throughout Tucson, with a particular focus on the Catalina Foothills.
Rudy Ruiz
Realtor · Team CEO · Platinum Service Team