$831,687Average Value$347Average Price per Sq Ft67Homes For Sale
Upscale and spacious community at the base of the Catalina Mountains
The Saint Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church sits at the south entrance of the Catalina Foothills Estates. Showcasing Spanish Mission architecture, the historic landmark is the brainchild of Josias Joesler, the influential Switzerland native who also drew up the homes in the Catalina Foothills Estates. The development, beginning in the 1930s, kickstarted a sprawling Tucson metro community named for its location at the base of the Catalina Mountains.
The neighborhood today draws those seeking room and elegant Southwestern homes made with European and Latin American inspiration. “Everything in the Catalina Foothills is the top end of Tucson, pretty much. We call it ‘District 16,’ and it’s up by all the hiking,” says Christina Esala, a Realtor with Tierra Antigua Realty. “It’s just a really prestigious place to live. It has a good school district and lots of nearby shopping, nice restaurants and things to do.”
Spanish Mission homes amid sprawling desert landscape
Spanish Mission-style homes make up much of the Estates, and some incorporate midcentury modern elements. Surrounded by palms, cacti and other desert shrubs, homes sit on spacious lots that can easily exceed 1 acre. “Every single home was designed and built to keep the view of the mountains. They’ll have large windows specifically placed just for the mountain views and not see to see any other home. So, you kind of feel like you’re by yourself out there in the desert,” Esala says. Single-family homes with footprints roughly from 1,500 to 2,500 square feet cost between $600,000 and $800,000, while even larger options exist between $1 million and $2 million. Townhouses mainly run between $300,000 and $600,000, while condos mostly go from $200,000 to $350,000.
Designer brand shopping and fine Italian dining around La Encantada
Catalina Foothills Estates is home to La Encantada, an open-air mall and one of the Tucson area’s leading shopping destinations. Visitors can browse various boutiques, stores carrying designer brands and trendy eateries. For dining options, Sullivan’s and Fleming’s offer steakhouses. The Vivace Restaurant serves Italian fare in an upscale setting, and its outdoor patio treats patrons to views of the mountains. For upscale Southwestern meals, there’s the Contigo Latin Kitchen, which also provides a patio with scenic outdoor views. The mall is home to AJ’s Fine Foods, an Arizona gourmet chain that Esala considers among the top grocers in town.
Hiking the Catalina Mountains and bike rides along the Rillito River
The foothills offer plenty of adventures across the rugged desert landscape. Hikers can venture into the nearby canyons and get sweeping views of the valley as they walk toward the local peaks. The community is also a few blocks from a section of the Chuck Huckelberry Loop, which also follows the Rillito River for relaxing water views. Known locally as “The Loop,” the trail network spans over 130 miles and is popular among bikers and even horseback riders in greater Tucson. The trail also stops at sites like the Rio Vista Natural Resource Park, known for its distinctly shaped cacti and historic labyrinth landmark. The park neighbors the many courts of the Tucson Racquet & Fitness Club.
Access to STEM-focused Catalina Foothills schools
Although three different Tucson metro school systems serve the Catalina Foothills area, the Estates are closest to campuses within the Catalina Foothills School District. Niche ranks the system an A grade and ranks it as the fourth-best district in Arizona. Students may start at Manzanita Elementary School, which earns an A from Niche. Distinct programs available to elementary students include robotics courses that involve collaborative programming and engineering work. Students may then attend Orange Grove Middle School and Catalina Foothills High School, which both receive A grades.
Luaus, barbecue and wine tastings at Hacienda del Sol
Once owned by Catalina Foothills’ original builder, the Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort used to draw celebrity guests like silver screen star Katharine Hepburn and aviation magnate Howard Hughes. The hotel hosts festivities like October's Zin, Blues & BBQ. Guests fill one of the resort’s open spaces as they mingle over gourmet barbecue and a selection of numerous Zinfandel wines. The hotel also hosts the annual Labor Day Luau, a Tucson tradition.
A few miles from downtown Tucson
A Sun Tran bus stop is available right outside the neighborhood. The North Oracle Road thoroughfare connects Catalina Foothills to neighbors like Oro Valley, about 9 miles north. The neighborhood is also about 5 miles north of downtown Tucson. Located about a half-hour south, the Tucson International Airport is the area’s hub for commercial flights. For health care needs, the community sits less than 10 miles from the Northwest and Tucson medical centers, the latter of which includes a pediatric hospital called TMC for Children.
Important to know
Catalina Foothills Estates has an overall CAP Index crime score of 3 out of 10, putting it slightly below the national average of 4. The community may also at risk of potential wildfires.
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Transit
Airport
Tucson International
29 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Catalina Foothills Estates
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Catalina Foothills Estates, Catalina Foothills sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Catalina Foothills Estates, Catalina Foothills over the last 12 months is $916,170, up 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,788
Median Age
43
Population under 18
17%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,916
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,872
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
69.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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