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The Catalina Foothills

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Population:

About 52,600

Size:

≈42 Square Miles

Homeownership

76 Percent

Median Income

About $115,000

Walkability

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22 out of 100

The Catalina Foothills is an area where you will probably spend more time in the car, but most daily stops are still an easy drive away! The more spread-out setup also means many neighborhoods have larger lots and more room between homes. Instead of the crowded streets of Downtown Tucson, you will find winding roads and mountain views. Plus, outdoor recreation is a big part of the area, so you'll never miss out on a chance to get your steps in with the local hiking trails or walking paths.

Cafés, Restaurants & Bars


There are plenty of places to eat and grab a drink throughout the Foothills!

A few local favorites include:

  • Tavolino Ristorante Italiano (one of our favorites!)

  • Contigo Latin Kitchen

  • Flying V Bar & Grill

  • Fini's Landing

  • Tinajas Wine & Beer

  • Presta Coffee Roasters

  • Ren Coffeehouse

Shopping and Amenities

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La Encantada

Outdoor shopping center with restaurants, clothing stores, home stores, and beautiful mountain views.

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St. Philip's Plaza

 Home to restaurants, shops, a farmers market, and regular community events.

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Plaza Palomino

A smaller outdoor shopping center with local shops, restaurants, and services.

Local Nature

This might be one of the best parts of living in the Foothills! The Santa Catalina Mountains are right outside your door, and there are plenty of places to hike and enjoy the desert!

Popular outdoor spots include:

  1. Sabino Canyon Recreation Area – One of Tucson's most popular places for hiking, walking, and desert views.

  2. Pima Canyon Trail -A scenic trail on the west side of the Foothills that heads into the mountains.

  3. Ventana Canyon Trail – A popular hiking area on the east side of the Foothills.

  4. Rillito River Park – Great for walking, biking, and connecting to Tucson's larger Loop trail system.

Catalina Foothills Schools

Much of the Catalina Foothills is served by Catalina Foothills School District #16.

Public Schools in the district include:
 

  • Canyon View Elementary School

  • Manzanita Elementary School

  • Sunrise Drive Elementary School

  • Ventana Vista Elementary School

  • Esperero Canyon Middle School

  • Orange Grove Middle School

  • Catalina Foothills High School
     

There are also several private and charter school options in and around the area. School boundaries can be different depending on the property, so you should always check the exact school district and school assignment for a home you're considering.

What are homes like in the Catalina Foothills?

There is a much wider mix of homes in the Catalina Foothills than people sometimes expect. Some love the large luxury homes that are readily available, but there's also opportunity for custom desert homes, older ranch-style houses, ir eveb condos and townhomes!

Some homes sit high on the hills and have wide mountain or city views. Others are tucked into quieter desert neighborhoods. The land can also be very different from one property to another. If you're thinking about this area, some home details you might want to consider are whether you're looking for gated neighborhoods, or private roads, and the direction the home faces. Even homes just a few streets apart can have completely different views!

What Is It Like Living in the Catalina Foothills?

The Catalina Foothills is a great option for people who want to stay close to Tucson while having more space and easy access to the desert and luxury amenities.

The mountains feel close, many neighborhoods are quiet, and hiking is never far away! The biggest tradeoff is that you will probably drive more than you would in Downtown Tucson or some of the central neighborhoods. But if you have a nearby commute, or if having privacy and peacefulness are high on your list, then there is a lot to love about the Catalina Foothills!

Call Us

Don Eugene (520) 954-7785

Ashley Kimberlin (520) 490-2920

Tabatha Schneider (520) 971-2557

 

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6444 E Tanque Verde Rd.

Tucson, AZ 85715

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