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Tiny Tucson neighborhood featuring city food staples
Set 2 miles from downtown, the small community of Barrio Hollywood offers culture, an active neighborhood association and accessibility to all city staples. “People ignored this side of town in Tucson for many years, and the people who are now figuring out it’s a hidden gem are buying it up like crazy,” says Tony Baker, Realtor for RE/MAX Professionals and Tucson native. In the early 1900s, Barrio Hollywood had only pueblo-style homes with dirt yards, but today the neighborhood features homes from the mid-20th century through early 2000s, as well as a few small parks. Neighbors here enjoy getting together for monthly, holiday and seasonal events at the nearby El Rio Golf Course, and famous Mexican mom-and-pop restaurants draw folks from all over.
Residents in Barrio Hollywood pay homage to the Hollywood theme.
Historical photos in tile murals line Grande Avenue in Barrio Hollywood.
Barrio Hollywood is a quiet, laid back neighborhood to the west of I-10 and Downtown Tucson.
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Generational homes with adobe structure
Homes in Barrio Hollywood are more affordable than those in nearby areas like Dunbar/Spring and Feldman’s, and Baker says it’s normal for houses here to stay in families for multiple generations. Midcentury bungalows and pueblos-style homes with adobe facades average around $215,000 and feature chain-link-fenced backyards with covered patios. Larger pueblo homes built in the ‘40s and ‘50s, as well as early 2000s Spanish-Revival homes, range between $300,000 and $450,000; these properties include short, paved driveways with carports, and spacious, rock-landscaped front yards that lead out to narrow sidewalks. Laid out on a grid, the palm-dotted streets here offer views of the Santa Catalina foothills and lead to nearby parks and St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Roman Catholic Church.
Each Barrio Hollywood is unique, with some being red brick, and others stucco.
Most of Barrio Hollywood features sidewalks for easy and safe walking.
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Jamming out to music at El Rio Golf Club
Every first Friday of the month, Barrio Hollywood locals drive half a mile to gather at the public El Rio Golf Club clubhouse for drinks and performances by local musicians at Open Mic Nights. Around October, the neighborhood also hosts their annual Art Show at El Rio, where local art vendors set up shop, local bands like Four Winds Drum Group perform and sculptors show off their work. Baker says that each November since 1989, locals have also flocked to the All Souls Procession at South Avenida del Convento (2 miles south); during this celebration of lost loved ones, thousands of people paint their faces, don flower crowns and parade along downtown streets while internationally known artists perform on a two-story stage.
El Rio Golf Course features an 18 hole course and driving range in Barrio Hollywood.
Barrio Hollywood residents are tight-knit and enjoy gathering for celebrations.
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Award-nominated cafés and other food classics in Barrio Hollywood
Within the community, residents can start the day with a cup of coffee from the 2024 James Beard Award-nominated Barista del Barrio, then enjoy a wrapped-up hot dog smothered in spicy chili at the popular Pat’s Chili Dogs. "Business executives out east will send an assistant all the way out here just to pick up chili dogs for a meeting,” Baker says. Nearby St. Mary’s Mexican Food offers authentic Hispanic cuisine like red-chile burros and chicken flautas, and a half mile west, St. Mary’s Plaza has a Safeway for groceries. Locals can drive about 2 miles south to MSA Annex shopping mall in the Mercado District for art pottery at La Cabana and bike repairs at Transit Cycles. Three miles further east, the Main Gate Square shopping area includes local businesses like Boutique 816 and Collette selling women’s clothing and accessories.
Refreshing horchata latte's are served at Barista del Barrio in Barrio Hollywood.
Barrio Hollywood residents flock to Pat's Chili Dogs, in business for over 40 years.
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Walking distance to small parks and Chuck Huckelberry Loop
Within the neighborhood, folks can walk to small community parks like the half-acre Seminole and Cherokee, both of which feature paved paths and small patches of turf. The Santa Cruz River—which remains dry much of the year—runs along the eastern border and a mile east, connects to the multi-acre Santa Cruz River Park, where residents can check out two playgrounds or bike along the 137-mile Chuck Huckelberry Loop—widely known as “The Loop"—under sprawling acacia trees. A mile south of the area, 10-acre Menlo Park features a basketball court, canopy-covered workout stations and a public pool with a 141-foot-long water slide. For a great view of Tucson, folks can head about 3 miles south and hike the igneous rock-layered Sentinel Peak—also known as “A” Mountain—whose archaeological history dates back nearly 4,000 years.
Cyclists love the bike path at the Santa Cruz River Park which is. part of The Loop.
Juan Bautista de Anza
National Historic Trail runs along the east side of Barrio Hollywood.
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Easy access to downtown Tucson
Downtown Tucson is a 2-mile drive southeast via Interstate 10, which hugs the eastern border of Barrio Hollywood. Tucson Sun Tran buses make regular stops along Silverbell Road on the western border, and along Speedway Boulevard on the northern side of town. Most people bike to get around and can connect to downtown and historic districts via The Loop a mile east. St. Mary’s Hospital is half-mile south of the area, and Tucson International Airport is 9 miles south via I-10.
Public transportation is available on main roads in Barrio Hollywood.
Barrio Hollywood is only down the road from Downtown Tucson, making an easy commute.
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Studying music at Tucson Magnet High
Kids here can start at Davis Bilingual Magnet, which earns a B-minus from Niche, and continue to Mansfeld Magnet Middle, which scores a C-plus. The B-rated Tucson Magnet High is the district’s oldest high school, known for its Career and Technical Education programs in fields like music production and sports medicine.
Tucson High Magnet School serves grades 9-12 in Tucson, Arizona.
Manzo Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Tucson, Arizona.
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Parks in this Area
Oury Park
Santa Cruz River Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Playground
Menlo Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Seminole Park
Trails
Cherokee Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Estevan Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Transit
Airport
Tucson International
18 min drive
Bus
Speedway & El Rio
Bus
Speedway & Columbia
Bus
Speedway & Seminole
Bus
Speedway & Cherokee
Bus
Speedway & Grande
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Barrio Hollywood
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Barrio Hollywood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Barrio Hollywood, Tucson sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Barrio Hollywood, Tucson over the last 12 months is $280,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming 4-bed, 2-bath home with fresh exterior paint. Enjoy a spacious front yard that is fenced in, has carport parking, & a cozy front porch. Inside features a generous living area with tile flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, and a formal dining room. Gourmet kitchen with wood cabinets, tile countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The primary suite offers soft carpet, outdoor access, and
Tastefully remodeled stucco home in Barrio Hollywood, just moments away from the Mercado, downtown Tucson and all the shopping, dining and cultural events they have to offer. Also close to UA and PCC West. This cozy gem features 2 beds and 1 bath with an inviting full-length back porch for gatherings with family and friends. The upgraded interior features a fresh soothing palette, recessed
Don't miss this centrally located vacant lot with endless possibilities! Conveniently situated near I-10, downtown, U of A, hospitals, restaurants, and shopping. No HOA! Build your dream home, a duplex, or a home with a guest house. Plenty of space for an oversized garage, RVs, trucks, or all your toys. Whether you're an investor or future homeowner, this lot offers the flexibility and location
2 bed 2 bath. Tile throughout. Washer and Dryer Gas hookups. 5 minutes to downtown, ten minutes to U of A Campus. New Caterpillar Headquarters nearby as well as El Rio Medical.
Check out this stunning new construction two bedroom, two bath rental at 526 North Westmoreland Avenue #3. Located just 10 minutes from the University of Arizona and 5 minutes from both Pima Downtown and Pima West, this home is ideal for students or professionals seeking style and convenience. Each bedroom is designed as a master suite offering maximum privacy and comfort. The kitchen features
Check out this stunning new construction two bedroom, two bath rental at 526 North Westmoreland Avenue #2. Located just 10 minutes from the University of Arizona and 5 minutes from both Pima Downtown and Pima West, this home is ideal for students or professionals seeking style and convenience. Each bedroom is designed as a master suite offering maximum privacy and comfort. The kitchen features
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,501
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,521
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,166
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
% Population in Labor Force
59.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
98/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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