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The Franco Apartments - A Downtown 1903 Victorian Style Brick Apartment

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Charming Victorian style to welcome your stay...
Charming Victorian style to welcome your stay...
Come on in and make yourself at home!
A bright and classy living room.
Cozy but spacious living quarters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 253.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Rialto Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Tucson Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Franco Apartments - A Downtown 1903 Victorian Style Brick Apartment

Welcome to the Franco Apartments. Our charming Victorian home, built in 1903 these were Tucson's first brick apartments. Located in the Armory Park historic district, definitely a lively neighborhood with a rich style of architecture that perfectly matches its history. You'll be in close proximity to a number of amenities such as shops and restaurants in the downtown area as well as entertainment, the arts, and only 1.5 miles from the U of A. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers.

The Victorian style brick apartment is a peaceful haven in the downtown Tucson area. Highlighting a classy, fresh atmosphere with 580 sq. feet of living quarters it features, hardwood flooring in the living room and bedroom, antique doors and knobs, high ceilings and thick walls, beautiful trim and windows.

Entering the bedroom you're met with a lustrous queen size bed (using a Casper mattress), decked with white cotton sheets and blankets, pillows and quilts, and a cool linen duvet cover. There are also two closets with wooden hangers and luggage racks for your use.

The bathroom has a cozy feel featuring a claw foot tub and corner sink, with plenty of fresh white linens for your entire stay. There is also a washer and dryer included in the home as well.

The farmhouse style kitchen includes stainless steel appliances (fridge, stove, oven, toaster oven), as well as a Keurig for your morning coffee or tea with a plentiful supply of coffee pods and bottled water. The kitchen is fully stocked with dinnerware, glassware, utensils, and basic cooking accessories.

For our guest's convenience we offer keyless entry by using the August Lock system making it simple and secure for our guests to gain access inside the home, using the August Smart Lock with the August app or if the quests prefer not to use the app they can use the August Smart Keypad with their own personalized keycode to grant entry to the home.

We provide you with a parking permit for on-street parking right in front of the apartment, which gives you easy access into the house. We also have gated off-street parking for 2 week long stays or longer.

Our mission is to provide our guest’s with a comfortable home that has a clean, fresh, living environment, giving you a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere to relax in.

Property manager

Grace Peterson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
After 10pm and before 8am) please keep noise down inside or out, refrain from having parties, loud music or loud conversation, close doors quietly.
Also, please don't ring the neighbor's doorbell. You can contact me anytime if you have questions or need help.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this apartment is in the city centre. Pima Air and Space Museum and Rialto Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Children's Museum Tucson and Zocalo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucson Convention Center or Rocks and Ropes. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and cycling.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Rialto Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fox Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 8 min walk
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Taco - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Boxyard - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪O'malleys On Fourth - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Monica - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Playground - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Franco Apartments - A Downtown 1903 Victorian Style Brick Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Franco Apartments - A Downtown 1903 Victorian Style Brick Apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Franco Apartments - A Downtown 1903 Victorian Style Brick Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Franco Apartments - A Downtown 1903 Victorian Style Brick Apartment located?

Located in Downtown Tucson, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Rocks and Ropes and Tucson Convention Center. University of Arizona is 1 mi (1.7 km) away. Tucson Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 53 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

we enjoyed our stay at Grace place, it was clean and had everything we needed for a home away home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space

Very comfortable and clean accommodation close to 4th Ave restaurants and pubs. Great patio as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place in Tuscon

Great Visit. Very nice
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Very clean and well stocked with guest needs in mind. Loved the washer and dryer. If staying in downtown Tucson, I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K., 1855 Old Willow Rd, Unit 324

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & convenient

Nice, clean, cute, place, centrally located. Very easy to walk to downtown restaurants. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Was just what we needed close to campus! Grace was very helpful & responsive!
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couples weekend

Grace was wonderful with her communication and check in was easy with the door pad. The place had everything we needed for the weekend and downtown spots were walkable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay

Lovely place to stay - really got the feel of old Tucson. Lots of art nearby and easy walk to restaurants and historic sites. Apartment has everything you need. Spacious for 2. We enjoyed breakfast in the private back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

donna b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Suggestions

Very nice, great location to many attractions
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Charming

The property was charming inside and out and I was pleasantly surprised by it's spaciousness. It was comfortable and the layout perfect. The amenities met all our needs and the location was equidistant from both districts of Saguaro National Park. The private garden was a bonus. I would definitely stay again if the opportunity presented itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The historic character of this property is outstanding. I found the location convenient no matter whether I was on foot or in a car. It provided a much-needed respite for me off of the beaten path. I would gladly stay here again and I plan to, if it is available, when next in Tucson. I felt right at home the minute I walked through the door. The owner/manager is helpful and responsive.

10/10 Excellent

Farran L., Durango, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot for Seeing the City

This little house was a perfect place to call home while visiting Tucson. It had everything one could need for a comfortable stay and was right downtown off 4th Ave, but didn't feel like it. The historic building has a lot of character, that, coupled with remodeled minimalist decor, was roomy and bright. My only suggestion is to bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper, as it's located near the train tracks with trains moving at all hours. The back patio was a great spot for morning coffee and the front porch ideal for evening people watching. I'd love to return on my next trip!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

nocynic

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely one bedroom

Just a five minute walk to downtown. Clean. bright, quiet, and comfortable. Two tiny quibbles: No microwave, and I at least prefer the instructions, internet code etc. to be actually written down, a hard copy in the property. So I don't have to navigate the VRBO app to find (for example) the checkout time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Has character and faithfully maintained to how it was 100 yrs ago. Very clean with fully equipped kitchen. Beware of the parking situation however: I used the parking permit provided by the host, but got a parking ticket anyway. The ticket said I was "parked the wrong way". This is a two way street, so why would it matter. The street signage did not warn of this nor did the host warn me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pontus

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient for downtown

We wanted to try a no car stay near downtown, and this location is great for that.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Stay

What a cute place ! This place is better than advertised. It is so clean. They have now added a TV to the family room area. Wife and I loved it was so close to U of A as we were visiting for a game. Grace is a Super Host !! Steven
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Very comfortable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kalie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Very cute place. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful downtown apartment

This is one of the loveliest places I have stayed! The apartment is beautifully decorated--if you appreciate aesthetics, you will love the details! The kitchen is well stocked and the bed is very comfortable. The location makes it easy to experience downtown Tucson. Grace was very helpful in resolving a parking issue and an attentive host overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Peaceful

Beautiful space. Close enough to stores and restaurants to walk. Even though it’s in the city it feels like a secluded space inside the apartment. Quiet location. Great communication with host. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucson, loved it!

Great experience all around, will consider staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tucson Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

downtown luxury!

This space was so delightful. Close enough to walk to have adventures downtown, and a beautiful, luxurious place to sleep each night. Comfy and clean. So great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable home

The place was so cute and great for our Tucson stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Syreeta J., Pensacola, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

My Tucson Visit

The property is beautiful. It was clean and well maintained. It was stocked with all your basic essentials. I had everything I needed within driving distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Grace Peterson

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Languages:

English