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Surrounded by desert mountain landscape
Bordered by the peak it’s named after, ‘A’ Mountain is a western Tucson neighborhood near local shopping and plenty of outdoor activities. “It’s a sweet spot,” says Tony Baker, Realtor for RE/MAX Professionals and longtime Tucson native. “It’s got lots of kid and adult amenities, and it's a really good area for people with kids because Cholla High sits right there.” The adjacent 370-acre Sentinel Peak Park (where the physical ‘A’ Mountain sits) offers plenty of hiking trails and local Native American history at the nearby Mission Garden, and residents can enjoy an annual fireworks display right at the mountain’s peak.
A Mountain community sits at the base of Sentinel Peak in Tucson.
A Mountain is a Tucson icon, known for hiking, biking and annual fireworks shows.
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Native American history and scenic views at Sentinel Peak
If folks want a panoramic view of Tucson, they can hike Sentinel Peak—also known as ‘A’ Mountain, due to the giant stone letter “A” on the side—found on the northern border of the neighborhood. The spot is known for its rich archaeological history going back nearly 4,000 years, and the peak was used as a lookout for Pima Native American tribes and early Spanish settlers around the early 1600s. Located at the base of Sentinel Peak on Tohono O’odham Nation land, the Mission Garden agricultural museum features garden plots of native cacti, as well as heirloom crops of corn and squash. Near the neighborhood’s western border, 36-acre San Juan Park offers a covered playground and basketball court, plus and handful of benches for taking in views of the surrounding Tucson Mountains.
Mission Garden at A Mountain recreates Tucson's agricultural past from 4,000 years ago.
The Loop features a 100 mile connecting trail across all of Tucson for exercising and commuting.
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Ringing in Monsoon season with dancing and drinks
Every June, ‘A’ Mountain residents celebrate the beginning of monsoon season at the Dia de San Juan Fiesta, held at Mission Garden a mile north; local food trucks line up outside the garden, and attendees sip on aqua frescas while Native American and Catholic blessings are given, and mariachi bands perform. Every July, the city holds its annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration atop ‘A’ Mountain; residents can watch the show from their own front yards or a few miles northeast at the Tucson Convention Center downtown.
The A Mountain neighborhood is at the center of July 4th fireworks in Tucson.
Texas Rangers bloom in August during monsoon season in the community of A Mountain.
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Homes for first-time buyers in ‘A’ Mountain
With a median home sale price of $335,000, ‘A’ Mountain is more affordable than surrounding areas like Dunbar/Spring and Barrio Santa Rosa. “It’s always been an affordable housing area,” Baker says. “And it’s great for a first-time homebuyer.” Midcentury ranch-style homes with three bedrooms, shingle roofs and covered front porches average around $260,000; some have been renovated, and most feature stone fences bordering their spacious, dirt-packed yards. Gravel driveways lead out to wide, sidewalk-less streets that are laid out on a grid and studded with occasional speed bumps.
In the northern portion of the neighborhood, two-story Spanish-influenced new traditional homes from the early 2000s sit close together along cul-de-sacs in communities like the Starr Pass Heights Subdivision. Stucco-exterior Pueblo Revivals built in the 2020s include larger lots and rock-landscaped front yards. These homes range between $300,000 and $475,000 and offer up-close views of ‘A’ Mountain. Homeowners can expect to pay around $50 in monthly HOA fees.
Properties here are at a higher risk of wildfire destruction, especially right before monsoon season which begins around June and ends in September. The city of Tucson’s official website suggests keeping a battery-powered radio and a supply of water (among other items) in the event of an emergency evacuation.
Many A Mountain homes sit at the base of Sentinel Peak and offer scenic views.
Older homes in A Mountain are spread out with some privacy in-between lots.
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Future job training at Cholla High
The neighborhood is served by the city's largest school district, Tucson Unified, which is rated an overall B-minus by Niche. Kids can start at Henry “Hank” Oyama Elementary, which earns a C, and continue to Valencia Middle, which scores a C-minus. The B-minus-rated Cholla High offers studies in Early Childhood Education and Audio Production through its Career and Technical Education programs.
Oyama Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Tucson, Arizona.
Valencia Middle School is a TUSD school.
Cholla High School serves grades 9-12 in Tucson, Arizona.
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Getting to and from ‘A’ Mountain
Downtown Tucson is roughly 3 miles northeast via South Mission Road, which runs along ‘A’ Mountain's eastern border. Tucson Sun Tran buses make regular stops along West 36th Street in the south, and along South La Cholla Boulevard near the west. People drive or bike to get around here, and bike lanes are found throughout the neighborhood. St. Mary’s Hospital is 4 miles north, and Tucson International Airport is about 10 miles south via Interstate 10 a few miles east.
Sun Tran operates daily bus routes in the A Mountain neighborhood.
Bicyclist hobbyists and commuters can travel various routes in A Mountain.
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Shopping local in the Mercado San Agustin market
Residents can drive 3 miles north for groceries at Safeway or pick up fresh tortillas and thick-cut steak at Linda’s Meat Market near the southern border. Two miles north, Mercado San Agustin market includes dozens of small businesses like La Cabana selling pottery art and women-owned San Agustin Trading Company offering handmade moccasins. The nearby Tucson staple, La Estrella, bakes decedent pastries for all kinds of sweet tooths. A block over, Seis Kitchen is known for its Mexican cuisine and has been given multiple UNESCO Gastronomy designations along with features in publications like Bon Appetit and New York Magazine.
Open since 1953, Lucky Wishbone is a Tucson icon for fried chicken.
La Estrella Bakery sells delicious, homemade Mexican-style cookies near A Mountain.
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Parks in this Area
Sentinel Peak Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Mission Garden
Picnic Area
Trails
Botanical Gardens
Ormsby Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Vista del Pueblo Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Verdugo Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
San Juan Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Community Center
Transit
Airport
Tucson International
17 min drive
Bus
36th St & Lands End
Bus
San Marcos & Mission
Bus
San Marcos & San Jacinto
Bus
San Marcos & San Antonio
Bus
San Marcos & Cmo Santiago
Bus
36th St & La Cholla
Bus
36th St & Mission
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2.48 Reviews
4.0Niche User
3/12/2015Niche Review
The weather here is great: Arizona has some of the best weather in the U.S. While other states are covered in snow, we are enjoying a cool breeze. The summers are hot, but it's not anything a dip in the pool and some lemonade can't fix. I enjoy the monsoon seasons the best. Rain is a rare thing in Tucson, and I try to cherish every drop I can by stepping outside onto the shattered basketball court and dancing.
1.0Niche User
3/12/2015Niche Review
The housing in this area is terrible. There are trailers that burned down years ago that have yet to be cleaned out and replaced/removed. There are dirt lots to park your cars on, no pavement. The streets are crooked and bumpy. There are several empty lots, there is no grass at all, there are stray animals about, and the basketball court is in shambles. The trailer I live in is already paid off, and rent is reasonable, but outside of my trailer is is a hell hole of a mess..
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
'A' Mountain
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
'A' Mountain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in 'A' Mountain, Tucson sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in 'A' Mountain, Tucson over the last 12 months is $312,250, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
VERY RARE opportunity to purchase super cool artsy custom built burnt adobe home on 1/3 acre hillside lot with no back neighbors! PANORAMIC mountain, city, sunset and desert views. Awesome location across from A Mountain and Tumamoc. This is a fix-up with incredible potential for adding another dwelling on property, adding on to house, converting existing house to 2 bdrm. ++. Perhaps even a lot
Developed 1.2 acres only 2mi from Mercado with saguaros, great views, & looks out over ~100 acres of Pima County preserved desert for secluded feel. All only 5 mins from downtown. $40k+ in utilities & development already: septic incl camper hookup, Tucson Water meter operating, driveway cut. Sleeves for electric & comm installed under road to utility pole. Building pad grading started, utility
THIS 3 YEAR OLD 3BD/2BA HAS OPEN CONCEPT LIVING, KITCHEN W/SS APPLIANCES AND GRANITE COUNTERS, SPACIOUS BEDROOMS AND CERAMIC TILE THROUGHOUT. PLENTY OF ROOM FOR PARKING AND NO HOA, THIS WOULD MAKE A GREAT FAMILY HOME, SHARED LIVING OR COULD MAKE A GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!
RIGHT PLACE! RIGHT PRICE! Enjoy The Missions at Sentinel Peak's great studio, one, two and three bedroom floor plans, which are newly remodeled. Outside, your children can enjoy the playground, or you can relax in our sparkling pool, or unwind in the Jacuzzi. All the while you can enjoy the beautiful courtyards and professional landscaping. Enjoy Tucson living at The Missions at Sentinel Peak.
Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom Brick Home on a Spacious Corner Lot Conveniently located near major freeways and shopping centers. This beautifully maintained home offers a 2-car carport with storage rooms, one with a dryer. Inside, you’ll find new tile flooring throughout the main living areas including a washing machine and refrigerator. Step outside to a brand-new side patio complete with
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,940
Median Age
31
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,819
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,165
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.8%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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