Jefferson Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona
Pima County 85705, 85719
Older homes with Southwest style
Jefferson Park’s wide streets are lined with mature trees and showcase a variety of home styles, architectural details and colors. Built in the late 1890s, adobe bungalows and Spanish Colonial Revivals dominated the landscape. Post-WWII Pueblos and ranch-style homes with carports then became the norm. Today, these older homes with Southwestern architecture range from 1,000 to 2,700 square feet and can cost $350,000 to $675,000. Additionally, sprawling ranch-style homes from the 1950s to 1970s go for $400,000 to $500,000.The eclectic mix of homes in the neighborhood expresses individualism with decorated mailboxes, yard signs and metal sculptures. “You’ll find a lot of properties that are home to students. People tend to use this area for income because it’s close to the UA campus and is an easy student rental,” Sweeden says. Additionally, more homes are rented in Jefferson Park than they are owned.
Jefferson Park’s outdoor spaces and amenities
Jefferson Park has several green spaces with outdoor facilities to explore. Mansfield Park is a 20-acre area with playgrounds, walking paths, picnic areas and multipurpose fields. There’s also a community garden for growing produce. Mansfield Pool is a three-pool complex within the grounds that has a lap pool, splash pad and waterslide. The Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center is also in the park and has indoor facilities like a workout center and gym with drop-in basketball. In the summer, the center hosts cooling stations for people to get relief from the heat. Across the street, North Sixth Avenue Dog Park spans an acre for off-leash play and has a wash area. Additionally, the new Jefferson neighborhood park has open space for picnicking, enjoying a book or taking in the mountain views.Tucson public schools with quality programs
Children living in Jefferson Park can attend schools within the Tucson Unified School District. Blenman Elementary School earns a C grade by Niche and, because of its fine arts program, is recognized as an Opening Minds through the Arts (OMA) Gold School. Doolen Middle School has a C-plus grade and offers a GATE program that teaches its students through project-based learning. Tucson High Magnet School is the oldest high school in the district and maintains a B grade. The school’s Career & Technical Education programs can help students prepare for future jobs in auto mechanics and digital media.Traveling around Jefferson Park
The wide streets of Jefferson Park and UA’s campus nearby make it a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. “It’s a highly walkable and bikeable area,” Sweeden says. Public transportation options include bus stops along East Grant Road, East Euclid Road, North Park Avenue and North Campbell Avenue. In a medical emergency, Banner-University Medical Center is directly south of the neighborhood. The Tucson International Airport is less than 10 miles away for commercial flights.Restaurants along First Avenue and Grant Road
While Jefferson Park is a primarily residential area, it is surrounded by retail and restaurant options. On North First Avenue, Buendia Breakfast & Lunch Café serves traditional Mexican dishes like empanadas and huevos rancheros with gourmet coffee. The Nugget is a local bar that hosts food trucks and karaoke nights, where shuffleboard courts lend to nighttime entertainment. For more options, East Grant Road has its own eateries. Mandarin Grill specializes in Cantonese and Chinese dishes while Mojo Cuban Kitchen and Rum Bar serves modern Cuban cuisine like guava cheesecake. Fry’s Food Store is in the neighborhood for ingredients for craft home-cooked meals. Campbell Plaza shopping mall is less than 2 miles north and has name-brand retailers like Ross, Ace Hardware and Gamestop. Albertson’s is another grocery store option.
Written By
Brittany Bell
Photography Contributed By
Kristen Rademacher
Video By
Jordan Sain
Was this overview helpful?
Agents Specializing in this Area
-
Joaquin Abrams
Joaquin Abrams
Responds QuicklyTierra Antigua Realty
(520) 783-6911
106 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$532,500 Price
-
Catherine Donovan
Catherine Donovan
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
(520) 376-2917
134 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$210,000 Price
-
Jennifer Bury
Jennifer Bury
Responds QuicklyJason Mitchell Group
(520) 873-9251
879 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$425,000 Price
-
David Guthrie
David Guthrie
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
(520) 999-7165
174 Total Sales
2 in Jefferson Park
$624K - $705K Price Range
-
Kim DeMott
Kim DeMott
Long Realty
(520) 900-0406
66 Total Sales
2 in Jefferson Park
$500K - $590K Price Range
-
Laurie Hassey
Laurie Hassey
Long Realty
(520) 600-6737
540 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$250,000 Price
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Mitchell Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
North 6th Ave Dog Park Tucson Az
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Mansfield Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Tahoe Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Jefferson Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Jefferson Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jefferson Park, Tucson sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Jefferson Park, Tucson over the last 12 months is $368,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$364,900
Median Sale Price
$368,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$367,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$270
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,138
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
7.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,642
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,494
Open Houses
-
Sunday, Jun 221 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,041
Median Age
30
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,007
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,779
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.5%
College Graduates
48.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
96
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Keeling
Small residential area with community-first mindset
Mountain First Avenue
Bikeable community and strolling distance to U of A
North University
College town energy meets main street walkability and convenience
Samos
A coveted midtown area with Catalina Mountain views
Blenman-Elm
Historic community known for variety of housing and colorful murals
Campbell Grant
Tucson community bordered by city attractions, a college campus and convenience
Reviews
Are you familiar with the Jefferson Park neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Was this page helpful?
