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Tucson, AZ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Tucson
Are you looking for 55+ communities in Tucson, AZ? This popular retirement favorite is the second-most populated city in Arizona. Active 55+ adults seeking culture, arts, and…
Are you looking for 55+ communities in Tucson, AZ? This popular retirement favorite is the second-most populated city in Arizona. Active 55+ adults seeking culture, arts, and entertainment will enjoy this bustling metropolitan area. Filled with parks, nature preserves, museums, and shops, it has become a top destination for retirees looking to balance big city living with a hometown feel.
Tucson Climate & Geography
Located in Southern Arizona, Tucson experiences very hot, dry summers and mild winters as part of its desert climate. Settled in a valley between the Saguaro National Park East, the Tucson Mountain Park, and the Catalina Foothills, the city is surrounded by forested mountain ranges. Overall, residents can expect low rainfall averages, especially during spring and fall. Residents also enjoy more than 250 per year of famous Arizona sunny weather.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment In Tucson
Tucson boasts a thriving arts and entertainment scene thanks in part to the proximity of the University of Arizona. Historic Fourth Street is home to many shops, bars, and restaurants near the University. The Arizona Theater Company, Tucson Symphony Orchestra, and Tucson Opera also call the city home.
Tucson is also home to several festivals, including the Gem and Mineral Show, Festival of Books, Folk Festival, Fourth Avenue Street Fair, and the Tucson Rodeo. Residents seeking a bit more history can visit the Arizona Historical Society, Pima Air & Space Museum, University of Arizona Museum of Art, and the Tucson Museum of Art.
The city has over 120 parks, 15 golf courses, zoos, and botanical gardens as well as several natural areas. Residents can enjoy “The Loop,” a popular trail for walking, biking, and horseback riding. Those interested in getting further from downtown can visit the Santa Catalina Mountains. The mountains are ideal for hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, camping, swimming, fishing, and photography.
Tucson Cost of Living & Taxes
Despite being a major metropolis, the cost of living in Tucson is slightly below the national average. Utilities are higher than average primarily because of the heat that making air conditioning a necessity. Arizona has lower health care costs than the rest of the nation but they are even lower in Tucson.
Retirees with Social Security can enjoy tax-free benefits, but other forms of retirement income, such as pensions and IRAs, are taxable. Property taxes are below average for the state, however some homeowners over the age of 65 are eligible for property tax breaks. Arizona's state sales tax is higher than the national average at 5.6 percent, Tucson's total sales tax is 8.7 percent.
Health Care In Tucson
The Tucson Area ranks within the top 100 metro communities throughout the U.S. on Gallup’s Well-Being Index. Residents of 55+ communities in Tucson have a variety of choices and options when it comes to health care.
Within city limits are three high-performing hospitals, all of which are ranked well in Hip and Knee Replacements. TMC Healthcare-Tucson is ranked by U.S. News the No. 1 hospital in the city and No. 7 overall in Southeast Arizona. Other top-ranking hospitals include Oro Valley Hospital (No. 10 in the region) and Northwest Medical Center-Tucson (No. 14 in the region).
Frequently Asked Questions
In Tucson, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 7 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Tucson has 100 homes, the largest has 5400 homes, and the average communities consists of 861 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Tucson. The most recent communities started in Tucson include Album Marana, The Preserve at SaddleBrooke, Altura. There are also 4 communities in Tucson that offer new construction homes, including Altura, The Preserve at SaddleBrooke, SaddleBrooke.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Tucson. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Altura is a gated communities with 240 homes, and Mona Lisa Village is another gated communities with 100 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Tucson stay on the market for around 359 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $493,532, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Preserve at SaddleBrooke average around $1,044,758, while homes in Altura average around $459,594.
17 communities near Tucson
320 homes near Tucson
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2 beds
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|1,189 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,467 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,298 sq ft
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2 beds
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|1,638 sq ft
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2 beds
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|1,461 sq ft
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|1,356 sq ft
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|2,209 sq ft
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|3,118 sq ft
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4 beds
|2 baths
|1,594 sq ft
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2 beds
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|2,821 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,593 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,418 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,035 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,700 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,950 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,204 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,023 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,840 sq ft
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1 beds
|1 baths
|879 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|5 baths
|3,420 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,674 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,650 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|3 baths
|3,076 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,358 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,405 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,656 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,702 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,468 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,520 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,593 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|3,223 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,190 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,176 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,439 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,888 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,877 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,704 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,017 sq ft
|Townhouse
Frequently Asked Questions
In Tucson, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 7 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Tucson has 100 homes, the largest has 5400 homes, and the average communities consists of 861 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Tucson. The most recent communities started in Tucson include Album Marana, The Preserve at SaddleBrooke, Altura. There are also 4 communities in Tucson that offer new construction homes, including Altura, The Preserve at SaddleBrooke, SaddleBrooke.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Tucson. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Altura is a gated communities with 240 homes, and Mona Lisa Village is another gated communities with 100 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Tucson stay on the market for around 359 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $493,532, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Preserve at SaddleBrooke average around $1,044,758, while homes in Altura average around $459,594.
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