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El Encanto Estates

El Encanto Estates

$744,556 Average Value
$214 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Tucson’s Affluent El Encanto Estates provides many conveniences

El Encanto Estates was first developed in the 1920s by wealthy landowners who had been involved in ranching, banking, law and the automobile industry. Their mark is still seen today through this Tucson neighborhood’s luxury Southwestern homes. In addition to living in an affluent community, residents are close to chain big box stores, a signature city park and a diverse mix of restaurants and bars. “They [residents] don’t have to cross any major roads to go to Home Depot, In-N-Out Burger and the movie theater,” says Tony Ray Baker, a Realtor with Re/Max Professionals. “There’s a lot next to El Encanto.” The neighborhood is located along East Broadway Boulevard, which provides a straight route to downtown Tucson, less than 5 miles west. “This is a cool way to live close to downtown and the freeway, but far enough to not also be in that city activity,” Baker says.

The neighborhood has luxury Southwestern homes and condos

Many homes in El Encanto are along roads with no sidewalks, and the neighborhood has a few distinct diagonal streets. Plants surrounding homes range from shrubs like barrel cacti and yucca bushes to tall, lanky palms. El Encanto’s housing includes Spanish Revival, Territorial Revival, ranch-style homes and mid-century moderns. “It’s pretty eclectic in there,” Baker says. “But they really try to keep things true to their original appearance.” Lot size is a key cost factor, and several homes on a third of an acre or less can sell from $330,000 to $600,000. A few homes with half-acre lots may go from $750,000 to $990,000, while a home over 3,500 square feet can fetch nearly $2 million. Depending on size, condos go from $170,000 to $290,000.

Nearby eateries have pizzas, Italian dining and craft cocktails

Nearby staples include Barrio Bread, popular for its artisan loaves made with grains exclusively sourced from the Sonoran Desert. The locally-owned bakery belongs to a James Beard Award winner who marks his signature breads with the state of Arizona and the region’s iconic saguaro cactus. Falora Pizza serves brick oven pies, which patrons may pair with a wine from the Aridus Vineyard or an ale from Tucson’s Dragoon Brewing Co. Locale Neighborhood Italian Restaurant offers some fine dining with options like herb-topped spaghetti with clams and tiramisu. SideCar offers a late-night hangout and a place for many to catch up over drinks. “They make amazing little craft cocktails to die for,” Baker says. “There is a lot of really good stuff there.” Walmart and Target in the El Con Center offer retail and grocery shopping options.

The neighborhood is across the road from a signature Tucson park

Gene C. Reid Park has many amenities across its nearly 160 acres. The park has biking and walking paths, including some that wind around one of its tree-lined ponds in the Barnum Hill area. Miko’s Corner Playground Dog Park provides a large dirt lot for pets to roam and play, while a prominent outdoor stage hosts a variety of live music shows. Visitors to the Reid Park Zoo may see animals ranging from peacocks and flamingos to giant tortoises and large mammals like elephants and giraffes. Other park attractions include the public 18-hole Randolph Dell Urich Golf Course and Hi Corbett Field, home of University of Arizona baseball.

Students may attend well-rated Tucson schools

Students here may start at Sam Hughes Elementary School, which receives a B-plus from Niche. Other schools serving this area include Mansfeld Middle and University High. Mansfeld Middle gets a B-minus, while University High receives an A-plus. The high school’s academic successes include its math club winning a state championship in 2025. During the same year, 16 University High students were National Merit Scholarship finalists. With the Tucson Unified School District offering open enrollment, students may attend schools like Tucson High Magnet School, which gets an A-plus.

Fall Family Festival is an autumn tradition

Reid Park hosts several events, including November’s Fall Family Festival. The event’s wide range of activities includes fossil digs, pumpkin launches and yoga sessions. Attendees may listen to jazz and orchestral music and end the day by stopping by the smores bar.

Commuters have access to Sun Tran buses and East Broadway

The Sun Tran has several bus stops around the neighborhood. Commuters who drive are otherwise less than 5 miles west of Interstate 10. The neighborhood is a few miles southeast of Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, one of the nearest facilities for emergency care and surgeries. About 10 miles south, the Tucson International Airport is the region’s hub for commercial flights.

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Transit

Airport

Tucson International

18 min drive

Bus

Broadway & Randolph Way

Bus

5th St & Palo Verde

Bus

Country Club & 8th St

Bus

Alvernon & C De Soto

Bus

Country Club & Broadway

Bus

Broadway & Dodge

Bus

Broadway & Alvernon

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime El Encanto Estates US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

El Encanto Estates Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$376,375
Median Sale Price
$578,350
Median Single Family Sale Price
$615,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$259,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
407
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,081
Significantly above the national average
1,929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
22,215

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
907
Median Age
43
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$117,968
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,173

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
74.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
49.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

42 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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El Encanto Estates
Tony Ray Baker
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