South of Tucson, Sahuarita is still growing like the saguaros that inspired the town’s name. The United States Census estimates that the population is around 36,000, an increase of roughly 44% since 2010. “We’re really turning into more of a family community because people who work in downtown Tucson but don’t want to live there can commute from Sahuarita and still feel like they’re in their own separate community,” says David Masterson, a local Realtor with Tierra Antigua Realty since 2018. The community is greener than most of the Tucson metro area, with the Farmers Investment Company (FICO) pecan orchards spanning around 6,000 acres on the town’s east side. Although the orchard is a significant economic contributor, most residents work in Pima County government offices and the Sahuarita Unified School District. Tucson commuters travel to nearby aerospace, technology and military employers.
Many Sahuarita homes are inspired by the architecture of the Southwest.
Rancho Sahuarita Boulevard extends for miles with native shade trees.
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Interstate 19 to Tucson employers
Interstate 19 runs north and south through the town, connecting it with Tucson, about 25 miles away. Tucson houses all the major employers, including Raytheon Missile Systems, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the University of Arizona Science and Technology Park. The Tucson International Airport is under 20 miles away and has over 19 direct domestic flights with connections to over 400 cities worldwide. Medical facilities and clinics dot the area, and the closest hospital is Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita.
Spanish Revivals, stucco villas and master-planned communities
Spanish Revival homes are predominant throughout Sahuarita communities. “We’ve got a bit of a mixture. There’s lots of new construction and mostly two-story homes, but some ranch homes as well. A few have acreage, but more often than not, they come with smaller lots,” Masterson says. The median single-family home price is about $360,000, which aligns with the county’s median home price of about $355,000. Attached two-car garages are popular features, and landscaping is limited to sturdy desert shrubbery and palm trees. Rancho Sahuarita is a master-planned community with an extensive park and trail network, and the homes are priced from $260,000 to $540,000. Most neighborhoods are not age-restrictive. However, Quail Creek is a 55-and-older golf community with stucco villas and houses that list from about $340,000 to $945,000.
Single-story homes with gravel yards are quite easy for upkeep in at Sahuarita.
Sahuarita offers luxurious, lakefront homes for future residents to choose from.
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Sahuarita schools and post-secondary school preparations
Sahuarita Unified School District serves over 6,300 students and earns a B-plus grade from Niche. In addition to the elementary, middle and high schools, the district has two alternative secondary schools and one fully online school. The district's high schools offer Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Dual Enrollment courses so students can earn college credit and explore their interests before deciding on a post-secondary school path.
Anza Trail has a strong math and reading components at each grade level in Sahuarita.
Walden Grove High in Sahuarita helps students achieve their dreams.
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Splash pads, Sahuarita Lake and racing past pecans
Sahuarita has various parks with splash pads, trails, playgrounds and athletic facilities. Unlike most parks in desert communities, Sahuarita Lake Park has water for fishing. It also has an open-air amphitheater where the community hosts a summer concert series. Nearby, Safari Park features the popular Safari Trail, which features animal sculptures. Between Sahuarita and Green Valley, there are various golf courses. Though not a traditional running course, the Green Valley Pecan Company’s orchard hosts runners competing in the Orchard Series, a three-part race leading to the Pecan Classic 5K in November. The 5K and 10K runs raise money to support the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and the 4H club of local high schools.
Sahuarita Lake is a stunning site among the desert landscape of the area.
Quail Creek Golf Course is open to the public for all those who live in Sahuarita.
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Big box stores, dining variety and grocers on I-19
Restaurants and big box stores line shopping centers on Interstate 19. National grocers, including Fry’s Marketplace and Sprouts Farmers Market, anchor some of these centers. Dining options vary from locally owned restaurants with pub fare and Mexican food to chain restaurants such as MOD Pizza.
Sahuarita's Pub 1922 offers a variety of menu options and craft beverages.
El Patio is a highly rated and popular Mexican restaurant in Sahuarita.
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Mini golf, movies, and Titan Missile Museum
Triple Play combines dining and entertainment with a mini golf course, axe throwing room, batting cages and cornhole area centered around a bar and grill. Desert Sky Cinema shows the latest movie releases. Nearby, the Titan Missile Museum is the only remaining Titan II missile site active during nuclear war tension between the United States and the former Soviet Union.
Sahuarita's Titan Missile Museum is located at a former ICBM site.
Triple Play offers mini golf, batting cages, and a large menu in Sahuarita.
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Crime and high desert climate information
Sahuarita Police Department reports that violent crimes decreased roughly 30% between 2023 and 2024. Meanwhile, property crimes increased by nearly 8%, following steadily rising property crime figures since 2020. As typical of a high desert community, Sahuarita experiences summers where temperatures often climb above 100 F and has a monsoon season from mid-June to late September. The area’s dryness also increases its risk of wildfires.
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This property is professionally managed by AMH Living, a leading single-family rental company. We expect to make this property available for showings soon. We work to simplify your rental experience by offering self-guided tours and a streamlined leasing process you can complete all online, all on your own schedule. Once moved in, we provide maintenance support that you can rely on, so you can
This property is professionally managed by AMH Living, a leading single-family rental company. We expect to make this property available for showings soon. We work to simplify your rental experience by offering self-guided tours and a streamlined leasing process you can complete all online, all on your own schedule. Once moved in, we provide maintenance support that you can rely on, so you can
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Please note, our homes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and are not reserved until the holding fee agreement is signed and the holding fee is paid by the primary applicant. Coming soon! This home is currently being enjoyed by another resident but will be available soon. Please respect their privacy and do not disturb. You can complete the application process and reserve this
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Please note, our homes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and are not reserved until the lease is signed by all applicants and security deposits are collected. Interested in this home? You clearly have exceptional taste. This charming 3.0-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is not only pet-friendly, but also equipped with smart home features to make everyday life more convenient and
This property is professionally managed by AMH Living, a leading single-family rental company. We expect to make this property available for showings soon. We work to simplify your rental experience by offering self-guided tours and a streamlined leasing process you can complete all online, all on your own schedule. Once moved in, we provide maintenance support that you can rely on, so you can
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