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Neighboring Davis-Monthan and Reid Park
Named for a Tucson schoolteacher who helped feed over 200 children a day during World War I, the Julia Keen neighborhood adds to Tucson's reputation for charity and community building. Incoming residents tend to stick around for years in this culturally diverse segment of central Tucson that backs up directly to Davis Monthan Air Force Base. "It's an up-and-coming neighborhood... It's also really close to downtown and the university," says Colette Barajas, owner and principal broker at Centra Realty, who has lived in Tuscon since 1974 and sold dozens of homes to future Julia Keen residents. "A lot of the homes need updating, but they're still a good deal in a good neighborhood. The way I see a 'good neighborhood' is when people know one another, when they care about each other and do a welfare check to make sure they're okay."
Julia Keen runs on a grid system, allowing for simple navigation.
Julia Keen has a handful of uniquely painted homes, with vibrant colors.
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Getting around from Julia Keen
With its central location, Julia Keen is close to downtown Tucson and major employers in the soul of the Sonoran Desert. Locals can reach Davis-Monthan on Aviation Highway in 2 to 3 miles, The University of Arizona's main campus in 4.5 in the opposite direction, and Tucson ER & Hospital in just 3 miles. They can hop on a SunTran bus when not walking or biking, though most residents own their vehicles. Residents take off from Tucson International Airport 7 miles south of the neighborhood to head out of state.
The neighborhood offers an easy walk to Parkview Park
Bus stops are accessible throughout the Julia Keen neighborhood.
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Grabbing food on Alvernon Way
Like parks and events, several local favorite eateries are within walking distance from Julia Keen. Toss Fried Chicken and Ramen is well-known for combining southern-style and Japanese cuisine. Locals can head down the street to The Neighborhood Bar's happy hour specials or pick up a dozen cake donuts from Alvernon Donut Shop. If they're in the mood for a sandwich, Luke's Italian Beef is known for its big portions, subs and burgers. They can pick up their groceries at Food City, a supermarket on the northwest corner of the neighborhood offering Hispanic-focused food choices, or stop in at one of the many Circle K's nearby. For a full day of shopping, residents head to the popular Park Place Mall or drive through the expansive Tucson Mall on Oracle Road, one of the city's main commercial thoroughfares.
Alvernon Donuts bakes fresh donuts and fried chicken in the Julia Keen neighborhood.
Luke's is a Julia Keen tradition and has been serving Italian beef sandwiches for decades.
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From Reid Park to Midtown Farm
Julia Keen is scattered with small neighborhood parks kept up by community members—and the northern end sits up against Tucson's most popular outdoor escape. "Its proximity to Reid Park is great," Barajas says. "We've got the Zoo, baseball fields, golf, walking pathways, tennis courts and lots of festivities." Residents are within walking or biking distance to view animals and attractions, take their furry friends to one of two dog parks, let their kids run off steam on the playground, or relax in the Cele Peterson Rose Garden. Julia Keen is also home to another local treasure: Midtown Farm, a community farm run by the nonprofit Flowers and Bullets. Kids explore the treehouse and families enjoy petting baby goats.
Randolph Golf Course offers two, 18 hole courses set next to Reid Park.
Hop on board the train and then feed the ducks at Reid Park in Tucson.
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Co-ops and ranch styles in Julia Keen
The center of Julia Keen is defined by square-shaped, remodeled co-ops that range in price from about $76,000 to $110,000. Surrounding this stretch are ranch-style homes that range from $240,000 to $290,000, most built in the 1950s and 1960s and some remodeled to midcentury modern sleekness. Lots are typically a quarter of an acre in size or less and display sturdy shrubs and creative landscaping techniques that can withstand the Arizona heat. Homes tend to match the landscape with sand-colored exteriors, but the occasional brightly painted stucco house makes a statement.
Julia Keen is made up of mostly single-family homes, condos and apartments.
Wildflowers grow in abundance on the front lawn of a Julia Keen home.
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Headed to THMS
Students in Julia Keen can attend Robison Elementary School, which Niche rates a C-minus, before heading to Mansfeld Middle School, which earns a C-plus. They finish strong at Tucson High Magnet School, which earns a B. The oldest operating high school in Arizona and the largest in southern Arizona, THMS is home to a championship-winning Yearbook, The Tucsonian, and prestigious visual arts, performing arts, and technological education programs.
Tucson High Magnet School serves grades 9-12 in Tucson, Arizona.
Robison Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Tucson, Arizona.
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Community events in Julia Keen and greater Tucson
The Julia Keen Neighborhood Association makes constant efforts to cultivate community and build up the area they love. Their Facebook page is updated with neighborhood initiatives from road improvement to park amenities. Events with an environmental edge, like tree plantings and community cleanups, reflect the conscious attitude of the city of Tucson. "Cycling is huge around here, and there are many bike events and fairs like Cyclovia," Barajas adds. "It's run by a bike nonprofit that also teaches kids how to change a tire and has the goal of helping low-income families have access to bikes."
Areas of artwork encompass the Julia Keen neighborhood, creating a strong sense of community.
Bikers can ride along Aviation Parkway, taking note of artwork in Julia Keen.
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Noise and movement from Tucson's Air Force base
Proximity to Davis-Monthan means plane activity is a part of life in Julia Keen and throughout Tuscon. "We have a form that people have to sign if you sell a property in Tucson, and at noon in almost any part of town, you'll have to stop talking because of the noise," Barajas chuckles. "And every time there's trouble in the world, which there's so much of nowadays, the activity of the training increases. For everyone, no matter where they live in the city, the house is shaking." A tense band of railroads runs along Aviation Parkway on the southwest end of Julia Keen, which could pose additional noise concerns for some residents.
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base conducts daily fly-overs in Julia Keen.
Railroads along Aviation Highway lead straight into Downtown Tucson, from Julia Keen.
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All fun activities, hiking and diversity are close by. I am proud to live in Tucson because it is a place of cultural diversity. There are many activities downtown and near the university campus.
4.0Niche User
2/23/2015Niche Review
This area is close to downtown so a few minutes drive can get you to bars and clubs. There are several fast food options but then there are also options like Olive Garden, Macaroni Grill, Chili's, and Applebees that are pretty close.
3.0Niche User
5/5/2014Niche Review
I wouldn't say there is a good job market in Tucson, but that seems to be the case in most of the country currently.
3.0Niche User
2/23/2015Niche Review
Some times I see a police car at a house but there are hardly any major disturbances. There is occasional graffiti which is a crime but people usually paint over it which they should not have to do but I suppose it is hard to catch taggers.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Julia Keen
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Julia Keen Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Julia Keen, Tucson sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Julia Keen, Tucson over the last 12 months is $153,960, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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