Mortimore
Ranch-style homes and palm trees line the streets
Mortimore follows a grid-style layout that forms a web at the center of the neighborhood. Split diagonally by Interstate 10, the larger western portion features older constructions while the smaller eastern part features a planned development of newer construction homes. Palms and oak trees pepper the flat desert landscape. Many homes have chain-link or brick fences and compact front yards with enough space for a patio bordering rose bushes and a few decorative trees. Though street parking is plentiful, many homes have carports or attached garages. On the west side, the home styles are ranches and bungalows, many with red and white brick. On the eastern side, all the homes are single-family contemporary— some with a Spanish mission influence characterized by stucco walls painted with warm colors and tile roofs. Prices range from $250,000 to $400,000, with the average price hovering around the $350,000 mark.
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The Sunnyside Unified School District serves area kids
Residents of Mortimore are served by the Sunnyside Unified School District. Students can begin their education at Craycroft Elementary School, which scored a C on Niche. Students can continue to Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School, which boats a student-teacher ratio of 18-to-1 and holds a C-minus rating on Niche. Students can finish their education at Desert View High School, which holds a C-plus score on Niche. Desert View also offers a Dual Enrollment Program, allowing students to take college-level courses through partnerships between Sunnyside Unified School District, Pima Community College and the University of Arizona.
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I-10, local busses keep residents on the move
Though most residents use a car to get around, there are several bus stops along East Benson Highway and South Palo Verde Road. Mortimore is also just 3 and a half miles north of the Tucson International Airport.
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There are many convenient shopping and dining opportunities
Just off East Valencia Road is the Black Rock Coffee Bar, serving pastries and classic espresso beverages. For dinner, residents can head to BBQ Rush for some classic Texas BBQ served in a casual campground roadhouse. We have a wide variety of food,” says Executive Chef Ray Whitmore. “We serve barbeque, hand-trimmed steak, burgers, Indian food and pizza. I make everything from scratch.” Groceries can be bought at the Super Carniceria El Rodeo. Home goods, electronics and clothing can be purchased at the local Walmart.
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Locals get active at multiple green spaces
Bikers can ride along The Chuck Huckelberry Loop, a 137-mile system of paved paths connecting the Cañada del Oro, Rillito, Santa Cruz, and Pantano River Parks with the Julian Wash and Harrison Road Greenway. Accessible via The Loop and located in the heart of Mortimore is the Augie Acuna Los Ninos Park, which features a baseball field, basketball court and playground. This green space also offers three ramadas with tables and grills.
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Residents celebrate every February at the Tucson Rodeo Parade
Known as the largest Non-Motorized Parade in the country, the Tucson Rodeo Parade returns every February, keeping the spirit of the Old West alive.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Robert Brakey
Robert Brakey
Roca Realty
(520) 462-8755
53 Total Sales
1 in Mortimore
$173,000 Price
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Gabriel Nevarez
Gabriel Nevarez
Real Broker
(520) 467-6324
101 Total Sales
1 in Mortimore
$165,000 Price
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Javier Olono
Javier Olono
Responds QuicklyRealty Executives Arizona Territory
(520) 900-1029
114 Total Sales
2 in Mortimore
$270,000 Price Range
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Julie Agraz
Julie Agraz
Realty One Group Integrity
(520) 600-0408
103 Total Sales
1 in Mortimore
$383,000 Price
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Ann Gavlick
Ann Gavlick
Tierra Antigua Realty
(520) 214-3671
196 Total Sales
1 in Mortimore
$292,000 Price
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Jose Campillo
Jose Campillo
Tierra Antigua Realty
(520) 263-8765
620 Total Sales
13 in Mortimore
$188K - $376K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mini Park
Augie Acuna Los Ninos Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Pool
Bravo Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Desert Shadows Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
CSM Martin R. "Gunny" Barreras Memorial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Cherry Avenue Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mortimore | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 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 | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mortimore Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mortimore, Tucson sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mortimore, Tucson over the last 12 months is $357,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$357,000
Median Sale Price
$357,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$357,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$264,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,270
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1973
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,656
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,199
Median Age
34
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,434
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
70%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 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.
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