CENTRAL TUCSON

Central Tucson is located near the University of Arizona and extends to East Tucson. A few neighborhoods within the area are Sam Hughes, El Encanto, Winterhaven, and Poets Square.

Neighborhoods in this area started to be developed around the mid 1900s, and the population is around 70,000 people. The median home price is around $250,000 and the median household income is around $40,000.

There are many different styles of homes within these areas ranging from a lower end price point to a higher end price point. Some of these styles are ranch style, mid century modern and contemporary homes.

The public school district within the area is Tucson Unified School District and the main high schools within the area are Tucson High School, Catalina Magnet, and Rincon High School. Or if you're looking for a private school, Salpointe Catholic High School is a great option as well.

If you're looking for some fun things to do in the area, the Tucson Botanical Gardens is a great option. This 5.5 acre garden is recognized as one of the best small public gardens in America. Or if you're up for a zoo trip, the Reid Park Zoo hosts over 500 amazing animals. Are you up for a little golf, Randolph golf course and Del Urich are right down the street.

During the winter holidays you do not want to miss out on visiting Winterhaven's Festival of Lights. Lighting up the holidays for over 70 years, this wonderful festival attracts crowds from all across Southern Arizona. It definitely should be on your holiday checklist.

During the school season, don't forget to catch a UofA football, basketball or baseball game. With state-of-the-art facilities, you'll have so much fun cheering on the Wildcats.

SOUTH TUCSON

South Tucson is located about 8 minutes away from Downtown Tucson. Believe it or not, the city of South Tucson is its own city within a city. They even have their own Mayor.

It was incorporated on August 10, 1936, and has a population of around 5,700 people. The median home price is around $131,000 and the median household income is around $33,000.

Some of the more popular home styles within the area are territorial, bungalow and ranch style homes.

The public school district within the area is Tucson Unified School District and the main public high school within the area is Pueblo High School.

Some fun things to do in the area are checking out some of the amazing cultural restaurants within the area. An amazing place to check out is American Eats Company. This is a local food court with seven local restaurants, a beer and wine bar, a coffee shop, a juice bar, and an arcade.

If you're up for a round of golf nearby, Sewailo Golf Club is the place to go. Located at Casino Del Sol, this beautiful golf course is one not to miss. Ranked one of Arizona's finest courses you can play, it's also home of the 2018 women's golf NCAA championship for the University of Arizona.

Or if you're looking for something fun to do in the month of February, you don't want to miss the Tucson Rodeo and Parade or La Fiesta de los Vaqueros. This is a top 25 pro rodeo in the United States. There's so much fun for the family, it's definitely something to add on your checklist.

SAHUARITA

Sahuarita is located near the southern end of Tucson and close to Green Valley. And it's about 25 minutes away from downtown Tucson.

It was founded in 1911 and incorporated in 1994. And the population is around 31,000 people. The median home price is around $250,000 and the median household income is around $65,000.

Sahuarita consists of newer subdivision homes that feature contemporary, mediterranean, and ranch style homes.

The public school district within the area is Sahuarita School District and the two main high schools within the area are Walden Grove High School and Sahuarita High School.

There are so many fun things to do within the area. Some of those include the neighborhood parks and communities that offer amazing amenities. One of them being Club Rancho Sahuarita, which features a full fitness facility, meeting rooms, the Anza Sports Bar, children's facilities, athletic courts, a playground and activities lawn, a full lap pool, and a splash park complete with water slides.

Or you can take a short drive to the Titan Missile Museum. This is the only remaining Titan II site open to the public, allowing you to relive and learn the history of when there was a nuclear threat against the United States.

If you're up for some outdoor fun, Madera Canyon national forest is known for exceptional hiking trails. Madera Canyon was originally named White House Canyon after a prominent white Adobe house was built there in the late 19th century. The Canyon was renamed sometime in the early 1900s, although some locals still use the original name. Or if you're up for around a golf, the Haven and Quail Creek are a few of the courses nearby to definitely check out.

VAIL

Vail is located towards the Southeastern end of Tucson, and is about 30 minutes away from downtown Tucson.

It was established in the late 19th century and has a population of around 12,000 people. The median household price is around $280,000 and the median household income is around $84,000.

Vail consists of many newer subdivisions within the community. And within the community they feature contemporary and ranch style homes. Also within the community is Del Lago Golf Club. You definitely want to check it out to play a round of golf.

The school district within the area is Vail School District and the main high schools within that school district is Empire High School and Cienega High School.

Some fun things to do in the area are Colossal Cave, which is a large cave system that contains about 3.5 miles of mapped passageways. The formations within the cave were formed by water depositing limestone. It's a fun adventure for anyone trying to escape the heat.

If you're up for a short drive to visit the closest winery, Charron Vineyards and Winery is just south towards the town of Sonoita. This winery was established in 1995 and is considered one of the oldest and most picturesque wineries in the state.

Are you up for a little bit of horseback riding? All Around Trail Horses is a family fun adventure with wagon hayrides, dining under the stars by campfire, and exploring the Saguaro National Park with their special park rides with the horses.

EAST TUCSON

East Tucson is located on the Eastern side of Tucson, and it's about 30 minutes away from downtown Tucson.

Development for this area of town started in the mid 1950s and the median home price is around $300,000, with the median household income being about $70,000.

In this area of town, there are many different style of homes that range from a higher end price point to a lower end price point. Some of those styles of homes consist of Ranch style homes, Contemporary. and Santa Fe style homes.

The public school district within the area is Tucson Unified School District. And the main public high schools are Sabino High School, Saguaro High School, Palo Verde High School, and Santa Rita High School.

Some fun things to do within the area are Sabino Canyon Recreation Park, which is located in the Catalina Mountains and part of the Coronado National Forest. This beautiful Canyon offers outdoor recreation, including hiking, swimming, biking, and picnicking.

Or Trail Dust Town, which was built in 1961, which it's a Tucson favorite. Experiencing a trip to the old wild west, Trail Dust Town offers amazing restaurants, shopping, and attractions. From a miniature train ride to stunt shows, this is a family fun adventure you do not want to miss out on.

And Agua Caliente Park, which is a 101 acre park that features a warm spring and pond that is home to an exceptionally rich mixture of plants and animals. It's a great place to explore and discover the rich culture all around.

Maybe you're up for a quick drive to escape the heat. About an hour north of Tucson, Mount Lemmon and the town of Summerhaven is a great getaway. With beautiful hiking trails, homemade fudge at the cookie cabin, and even snow during the colder months, you can rent a cabin or enjoy the scenery or go for a quick day trip.

Well, that wraps up the Tucson Community Tour. I hope you enjoy getting to know the greater area of Tucson. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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