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Safest Neighborhoods in Tucson, AZ

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    Tucson Mountains

    Tucson Mountains is a Sonoran Desert city with Tucson to the east and picturesque peaks to the west. Since most of the area is protected from development, it retains many natural spaces, including farmland, some centuries old. With new construction limited by mountain preservation groups, the population sits at about 10,800, according to the 2020

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      $648K

    • List Price

      $379K - $3M

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      64 Listings

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    Bear Canyon

    Bear Canyon offers homebuyers expansive desert landscaping, stellar views and gated subdivisions south of Mt. Lemmon and east of Tucson. The community is dotted with small lakes, a refreshing sight in the city's dry atmosphere. "The lakes allow catch and release fishing, which many residents take advantage of," says Laurie Hassey, associate broker

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      $632K

    • List Price

      $385K - $2.3M

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      7 Listings

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    Houghton

    When home is surrounded in every direction by spectacular desert and mountain views, it could almost make buyers in Houghton, Arizona believe they live on an isolated desert island. In fact, Houghton is home to about 7,000 residents. Its visually stunning location sits between the snowy peaks of the Catalina Mountains to the north, and the vast

    • Average Value

      $518K

    • List Price

      $375K - $933K

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      Homes For Sale

      31 Listings

    Houghton
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    Starr Pass

    In the Sonoran Desert, Saguaro cacti grow to be twice the height of NBA players and Roadrunners aren’t just something out of a Looney Tunes short: they’re a natural predator to Arizona rattlesnakes and the mascot for Tucson’s professional ice hockey team. Starr Pass, a resort community and part of a 20th-century stagecoach trail that once

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      $496K

    • List Price

      $211K - $1.2M

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      19 Listings

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    Saguaro Canyon

    Living in the middle of the Sonoran Desert is unlike living anywhere else. Even compared to other desert neighborhoods, this one offers an extra degree of remoteness and unparalleled scenery. From the Saguaro cacti, to the flowering native plants and trees, Saguaro Canyon could remind one of scenes from a Georgia O’Keefe painting. The Santa

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      $489K

    • List Price

      $223K - $1.7M

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      11 Listings

    Saguaro Canyon
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    Civano

    Originally built to be self-contained and the city’s “Solar Community,” Civano stands out among other East Tucson areas. “It’s definitely a more environmentally conscious, green neighborhood,” says Chaz Elsten, Realtor for AZ Flat Fee and Tucson native. Speaking to its commitment to sustainability, the area includes the Neighborhood Center

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      $434K

    • List Price

      $276K - $838K

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      Homes For Sale

      39 Listings

    Civano
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    Mesquite Ranch

    Mesquite Ranch, a small suburb situated between Downtown Tucson and Mica Mountain, features homes primarily in the stucco Spanish revival style, complete with barrel roof tiles and two-car garages. Built mostly in the early 2000s, these homes range from 1,600 to 3,000 square feet, with lot sizes between 4,700 and 8,000 square feet. The

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      $380K

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      $305K - $488K

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      7 Listings

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    Northeast Tucson

    Northeast Tucson, bordered by panoramic views of the surrounding Rincon Mountains, is a residential community with easy access to downtown Tucson. This neighborhood is home to Catalina and Rincon views with quiet streets and cul-de-sacs. Houses in Northeast Tucson are mainly adobe-sided ranchers, with single stories and well-manicured lots. Most

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      $371K

    • List Price

      $109K - $701K

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      Homes For Sale

      125 Listings

    Northeast Tucson
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    Eastside

    Located 13 miles east of downtown, Eastside is a densely residential area near some of Tucson’s best outdoor spots featuring sought-after housing. “You can get the best bang for your buck---you get the best price for a larger home over there compared to other parts of town,” says Violet Arma, curatorial assistant at the University of Arizona

    • Average Value

      $367K

    • List Price

      $246K - $600K

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      Homes For Sale

      30 Listings

    Eastside
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    Rita Ranch

    Is it true that Howard Hughes named Rita Ranch — a master-planned community 20 miles south of Tucson — after Rita Hayworth? While the eccentric billionaire owned this swath of Arizona land at one time, most local historians dismiss this as an unfounded rumor. Some say the master-planned community takes its name from a nearby train depot, while

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      $353K

    • List Price

      $290K - $591K

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      Homes For Sale

      105 Listings

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    Broadway East

    Broadway East is a Tucson suburb with conveniences and outdoor recreation opportunities around every corner. As for its housing, “It’s a very mixed neighborhood of old and new styles of homes,” says Donald Wehn, Realtor for Century 21 1st American, who has an office in the neighborhood. “There are some homes from the ’60s and ’70s that still have

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      $351K

    • List Price

      $224K - $450K

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      Homes For Sale

      12 Listings

    Broadway East
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    Harrison East South

    Harrison East South in Tucson has desert views and well-kept homes. Rincon Mountains and Old Spanish Trail Marketplace provide scenic beauty and convenient shopping. Dunham Elementary is highly rated and walkable for residents. Harrison East South in Tucson is a community defined by its balance of remote desert charm and convenient access to urban

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      $327K

    • List Price

      $272K - $511K

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      14 Listings

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    South Harrison

    Southeast Tucson neighborhoods are known for having a welcoming, relaxed and roomy vibe. Located right between the snowy peaks of the Catalina Mountains to the north, and the Tucson Mountains to the southwest, buyers will find South Harrison, one of the largest of these southeastern suburbs. Home to about 7,000 people, South Harrison has a mix of

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      $327K

    • List Price

      $238K - $478K

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      Homes For Sale

      35 Listings

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    Westside Development

    Just southwest of downtown Tucson and seated at the base of Tucson Mountain Park is Westside Development. This Tucson suburb offers proximity to all the amenities of city living amidst panoramic mountain views. “You’re close to everything but you’re out in the desert,” says local and Realtor, Ronald Huerta. “You’ve also got the mountains, the golf

    • Average Value

      $325K

    • List Price

      $221K - $505K

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      10 Listings

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    Coyote Corridor

    It might seem hard to believe that within 12 miles of the second-largest city in Arizona one can find competitively-priced residences with breathtaking mountain views. But, that is exactly what homeseekers in southeast Tucson will find in Coyote Corridor. Its desert location sits right between the snowy peaks of the Catalina Mountains to the

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      $303K

    • List Price

      $73K - $461K

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      Homes For Sale

      39 Listings

    Coyote Corridor
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    Lakeside Park

    Lakeside Park in Tucson features homes around a central park. The Pantano River Park Trail and Chuck Ford Lakeside Park offer outdoor recreation. Nearby amenities include Black Rock Coffee Bar and Fred Enke Golf Course. Lakeside Park in Tucson is a residential neighborhood centered around the expansive Chuck Ford Lakeside Park, offering a variety

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      $284K

    • List Price

      $239K - $425K

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      Homes For Sale

      12 Listings

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    Groves Lincoln Park

    Set 13 miles south of downtown Tucson, Groves Lincoln Park is a modest suburban community with a growing neighborhood association wanting to beautify the area. “We all need to make it better and clean it up,” says Jessica Riesgo, Vice President of the Groves Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association. During COVID, neighbors worked together planting

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      $267K

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      $193K - $369K

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      9 Listings

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    Summit

    Situated on the outskirts of South Tucson, Summit is a place with options. Travel north and move back into the heart of Tucson. But travel about 100 miles south and travelers find themselves in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. “Summit is an area of residential homes between Green Valley and Sahuarita along Old Nogales Highway,” says Antonio Moreno, who

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      $261K

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      $124K - $467K

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      8 Listings

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    Linden Park

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      $290K

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      $247K - $393K

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      1 Listing

    Linden Park
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    San Clemente

    In San Clemente, desert mesquite, palm trees and various cacti line the streets, decorating the roundabouts and adding flair to front yards. The residential neighborhood is about 6 miles southeast of downtown Tucson and has access to retail and restaurants along Broadway Boulevard. “It’s a really cool and unique neighborhood, with winding streets

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      $483K

    • List Price

      $218K - $927K

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      Homes For Sale

      12 Listings

    San Clemente
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    Colonia Allegre

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      $344K

    • List Price

      $268K - $697K

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      1 Listing

    Colonia Allegre