Why Live in Vail
Vail, located about 30 miles southeast of Tucson, is a growing residential area with a rich history tied to the railroad and mining industries. The neighborhood is characterized by single-family homes featuring adobe siding and terracotta roofs, with styles ranging from new traditional to ranch-style. Homebuyers can find properties in golf course communities like Rancho del Largo or on larger lots in southern Vail. The Vail Unified School District, highly rated in Tucson, serves the area with 22 schools offering both online and classroom options, and dual enrollment courses with the University of Arizona and Pima Community College. Local features include the Sahuarita Trailhead connecting to the Arizona National Scenic Trail and the Del Largo Golf Club. Despite its rural setting, Vail has essential amenities like a Safeway grocery store and various dining options along East Colossal Cave Road. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents can visit Houghton Town Center less than 10 miles north. The Tucson Dragway, Tucson Raceway, and Pima County Fairgrounds provide entertainment options nearby. Vail's location offers easy access to downtown Tucson via Interstate 10, and Tucson International Airport is about 20 miles away. While Pima County's violent crime rates are lower than the state average, Vail offers a rural, small-town atmosphere with mild temperatures year-round but is prone to excessive heat, monsoons, and potential wildfires during the summer months.
Home Trends in Vail, AZ
On average, homes in Vail, AZ sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Vail, AZ over the last 12 months is $394,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$394,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$397,777
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$213
Number of Homes for Sale
407
Last 12 months Home Sales
691
Median List Price
$410,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%