Lee Marvin’s 1936 Tucson estate, a former actor’s retreat, sold for $1.825 million in 2021 and now relists at $5.75 million after a comprehensive restoration.
Located at 5055 North Calle La Vela in Catalina Foothills, the 7,261‑sqft adobe home was designed by Swiss‑born architect Josias Joesler and boasts seven bedrooms, six and a half baths, a guest house, a pool and a tennis court across 4.19 acres.
The current owners undertook a meticulous renovation that preserved Joesler’s signature mud‑adobe character while installing modern systems, a chef’s kitchen with Wolf range, Sub‑Zero refrigerator and steel casement windows that open to mountain views.
Lee Marvin, who bought the property in 1975 and lived there until his death in 1987, kept it in the family for decades; the 2021 sale marked the first time the estate changed hands since the actor’s passing.
The jump from $1.825 million to $5.75 million reflects not only market appreciation but also the added value of the restoration, the rare Joesler provenance and the property’s Hollywood pedigree, positioning it in a niche segment of Tucson’s luxury market.
Potential buyers can view the fully restored home online and schedule private showings through the listing portal, as the property remains on the market through the summer.