Views of mountains from foothills and trails
Eight miles east of Downtown Tucson, Casa De Carlos offers scenic views near the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, with Southwestern-style homes just steps from Pima County’s longest trail.
Casa De Carlos
Neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona
Pima County 85712
Huckleberry Loop and other outdoor attractions
Casa De Carlos residents can easily walk or ride their bikes to Pantano River Park Trail, a section of the 130-plus-mile Chuck Huckelberry Loop that wraps around Pima County. With paved pathways and bike lanes, the dog-friendly loop is a major draw for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting walkers, cyclists and even horseback riders. The neighborhood is also home to Fort Lowell Park, listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The park’s Fort Lowell Museum takes visitors inside a former military post from the late 1800s with exhibits about military life during the Apache Wars. Ruins of old adobe structures are found around the park as well, along with fun recreational activities. The park features ball fields used by local leagues, tennis courts and an outdoor swimming pool.
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Various designs offer cozy, warm appeal
Casa De Carlos is separated into two sections of homes. The west side features several three-to-four-bedroom midcentury modern houses from the 1950s. Most are fixed on quarter-acre xeriscape lots with backyards bordered by private brick walls. Some backyards have in-ground pools, while others come with cozy patios. There’s also a section of two-story Mediterranean-style houses with signature red-tiled roofs and stucco siding. These homes were built in the early 2000s and come with attached garages in the back, while the front of each house faces other fronts with a shared sidewalk in between. Both styles of homes range from $350,000 to $500,000. On the east side of Case De Carlos are mostly single-story townhouses with carports. They are part of homeowners associations and sell for around $200,000 to $275,000.
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A trifecta of top-rated Mexican fares
All of the neighborhood’s stores and restaurants are located along East Grant Road. Locals can grab their essentials at either Costco Wholesale, Target or Albertsons. While there are lots of different types of restaurants nearby, Casa De Carlos is known for its many Mexican restaurants. Paco’s is a popular spot to grab a quick breakfast burrito through the drive-thru. Right next to Paco’s, Amelia’s offers an extensive menu of Mexican favorites, including its famous quesabirrias. And the specialty is all in the name at The Quesadillas, which is right next to Amelia’s.
Magnet programs for aspiring pilots
Students attend W.V. Whitmore Elementary, which receives a C-plus grade from Niche. They’ll go on to B-rated Dodge Middle School and Catalina High School. Catalina, graded a C, is known for its three magnet programs, including aviation, allied health and construction, allowing students to earn professional licenses and certificates.
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Buses close the distance from downtown
There are no major highways in Casa De Carlos, so locals drive or take the Sun Tran bus on the main roads to get around the neighborhood and surrounding Tucson area. It’s about an 8-mile drive to Downtown Tucson, where residents can access Interstates 10 and 19 to head out of the city.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jeanette Gibler
Jeanette Gibler
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
(520) 447-2156
52 Total Sales
1 in Casa De Carlos
$225,000 Price
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Jose Campillo
Jose Campillo
Tierra Antigua Realty
(520) 263-8765
630 Total Sales
1 in Casa De Carlos
$355,000 Price
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Laurie Hassey
Laurie Hassey
Long Realty Company
(520) 600-6737
550 Total Sales
1 in Casa De Carlos
$499,000 Price
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Rebecca Patsch
Rebecca Patsch
Responds QuicklyLong Realty Company
(520) 462-9132
157 Total Sales
1 in Casa De Carlos
$525,000 Price
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Eddie Watters
Eddie Watters
Responds QuicklyRealty Executives Arizona Territory
(520) 462-6122
537 Total Sales
1 in Casa De Carlos
$282,500 Price
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Ana S. Sanchez-Navarro
Ana S. Sanchez-Navarro
Responds QuicklyTierra Antigua Realty
(520) 900-0462
18 Total Sales
1 in Casa De Carlos
$250,000 Price
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Morris K Udall Regional Park
Pinecrest Park
Morris K. Udall Park
Fort Lowell Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Lake
Swan Way Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Casa De Carlos | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Casa De Carlos, Tucson sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Casa De Carlos, Tucson over the last 12 months is $414,857, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$406,500
Median Single Family Price
$406,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Months of Supply
4.30
Median List Price
$397,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
393
Median Year Built
1966
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,921
On par with the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,929
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 2610am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,725
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,153
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,010
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
41.8%
Advanced Degrees
23%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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