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Diverse Tucson neighborhood close to city attractions
Drexel Park is a Tucson neighborhood that boasts diversity, its own school and proximity to some well-known attractions. This community between Irvington and Drexel roads neighbors two multi-use parks and sits down the street from a sporting venue that hosts one of the country’s top-rated rodeos. Additionally, several shopping and dining staples showcasing local Hispanic and Southwestern culture surround the area. That includes a specialty grocery store that carries snacks like the popular saladitos stuffed in lemons. “It’s convenient to a lot of shopping. That area, it’s growing quite a bit,” says Eunice Gillis, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker. “In comparison to other areas, you can get the same house … for a better price.”
Apollo Middle School in Southland Park strives to inspire kindness, compassion, and courage in its students.
A short drive from Drexel Park, the Rolling Thru Time Auto Museum offers an engaging experience, celebrating the evolution of transportation and its impact on American culture.
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Blocks densely packed with Craftsman and Spanish Revival homes
Homes on lots no larger than a quarter acre densely pack the neighborhood. The middle of the community mainly has single-story Craftsman-style homes, some of which come with small courtyards enclosed with concrete, stucco and brick fences and iron gates. The north side of Drexel Park has modern homes showing Spanish Revival designs. A manufactured home community — one of a few in this part of the city — and some apartment complexes also exist here. Home costs mostly run between $230,000 and $350,000. The neighborhood’s median price is nearly $100,000 below Tucson’s and well under those of several other suburban communities.
Drexel Park is a neighborhood where architectural variety shines, from classic bungalows to Spanish Revival and modern manufactured homes.
Drexel Park's bungalow-style homes showcase timeless charm with their low-pitched roofs and inviting front porches.
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Plenty of options for Mexican street fare
The area is known for its authentic Mexican dining scene. Some restaurants also blend styles, as shown by Getsu-ko Mexican Sushi. Getsu-ko neighbors the Mei Hon Chinese Restaurant. Nearby Las Originales Carnitas el Michoacano is well known for its carnitas and other options like lime-sprinkled tacos. The Super Carniceria Mi Ranchito is a neighborhood grocer carrying fresh meats and items like table cream and michelada cups. A cluster of shopping centers a few blocks east have chain brands like Food City and Fry’s Food and Drug. “There’s a little bit of everything for everyone. Whether you’re looking for fast food or a locally owned restaurant, you’ll find a bit of everything around you,” Gillis says.
El Kora Hot Dogs in Drexel Park serves up authentic Sonoran-style hot dogs, delighting locals with their signature bacon-wrapped creations.
A short drive from Drexel Park, Mei Hon Chinese Restaurant serves up a diverse menu that caters to both classic and adventurous palates.
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Rudy Garcia and El Pueblo parks’ multiple sports facilities
Overlooked by palms, Rudy Garcia Park spans approximately 45 acres. The site has baseball and softball fields and regularly hosts friendly basketball and volleyball games. The community also often comes out here to grill and organize picnics. Neighboring El Pueblo Park is home to a few recreation centers, one of which is geared toward elderly users. The indoor facilities form the Richard Ortiz Barker Regional Complex, and their amenities include an indoor basketball gym and a weight room.
The basketball courts at Rudy Garcia Park near Drexel Park are a hub for friendly competition, where locals gather for impromptu games under the Arizona sun.
El Pueblo Park, adjacent to Drexel Park, offers a vibrant community space featuring a recreation center, senior center, and a variety of outdoor amenities.
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February’s annual Tucson Rodeo
In February, the 36-acre site off South Sixth Avenue buzzes with excitement during the annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros, otherwise known as the Tucson Rodeo. The event celebrated its centennial in 2025. Over several days in February, many deck themselves in Western wear to watch riding events and enjoy other activities like a barn dance and music festival.
Residents of Drexel Park enjoy front-row seats to the nation's largest non-motorized parade, as horse-drawn wagons and marching bands honor Tucson's rich heritage.
From cowboy stunt performances to seasonal festivals, Old Tucson near Drexel Park offers visitors an immersive journey into Arizona’s frontier past.
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Apollo Middle’s high school and career prep
The neighborhood is home to Drexel Elementary School, which gets a C-minus from Niche. Students may then attend nearby Apollo Middle School and Sunnyside High School, which respectively get C-minus and B-minus grades from Niche. Apollo students can participate in various programs to prepare them for the future. They include high school preparedness activities, virtual job shadowing and elective courses to learn about certain careers. Niche ranks Sunnyside Arizona’s 58th best high school for athletes, a standing backed by successes like the boys’ wrestling squad winning a 38th state title in 2025. Pima Community College also has an adult learning center in El Pueblo Park.
Sunnyside High School serves grades 9-12 in Tucson, Arizona.
Drexel Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Tucson, Arizona.
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Sun Tran buses and South Sixth commute
A few Sun Tran bus stops are available, while the South Sixth Avenue thoroughfare goes straight to downtown Tucson about 5 miles north. Drexel Park is also a couple miles from Interstate 10, which takes commuters to the city’s suburbs. Located less than 10 minutes from the neighborhood, the Tucson International Airport provides commercial flights. The proximity to the airport can also occasionally lead to high noise levels. The nearest major health care institution is the Banner - University Medical Center South.
The neighborhood's proximity to major transit lines makes commuting from Drexel Park both efficient and accessible for daily travelers.
As you travel from Drexel Park to Old Tucson, the scenic route through Gates Pass provides breathtaking vistas and a serene escape into the desert's heart.
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On average, homes in Drexel Park, Tucson sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Drexel Park, Tucson over the last 12 months is $260,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful manufactured updated. New HVAC unit, new laminate flooring, both bathrooms remodeled, and kitchen granite countertops: new paint inside and outside, and a new front iron gate for both sides. Located in a convenient location.
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