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Bikeable Western Tucson community with convenience
The small residential area of Mountain First Avenue is a highly walkable area with a grassy pocket park and collection of midcentury homes. Realtor at Re/Max Professionals and Tucson native, says locals here like the convenience to other city parks, trails and the University of Arizona or “U of A” for short. “Mountain Avenue is a designated bike road,” he says. Students and young professionals can access a TUGO Bikeshire Station on the corner of Mountain and Coppe Street and ride 2 miles south straight onto campus. “There’s wide spaces for those bikes to travel down, and drives are very clear that this is a bike lane to get to college. If you go there in the morning before school starts, you’ll see 1000 bikes flying down Mountain.” Local cafes and eateries also surround the neighborhood, and people can shop near Campbell Street a few blocks east or head to Main Gate Square for themed boutiques.
Wide streets make bike riding easy in Mountain First Avenue.
Mountain First Avenue is 10 minutes from downtown Tucson.
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Midcentury homes and investment opportunity in Mountain First Avenue
Single-family homes in Mountain First Avenue sit on enclosed, gridded streets sometimes lined with narrow, concrete sidewalks. Palm and acacia trees dot the area, and some streets have speed bumps and small roundabouts decorated with cacti and desert plants. Some houses are also within a short walking distance of Mitchell Park and bus stops. Housing styles mostly consist of midcentury Pueblos and ranch-style homes with stucco and brick facades. Many of these properties have rock-landscaped yards and carport-covered driveways with enough room to park a trailer or RV. “It’s a popular place for investors or parents to buy and rent out to college kids,” Baker says. Prices range between $260,000 and $450,000.
Homes in Mountain First Avenue are decorated with cacti.
Midcentury Pueblos in Mountain First Avenue offer carport-covered driveways.
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Impressive programs at Amphitheater High
The community is within the Tucson Unified School District, the city’s largest. With Arizona being a “school choice” state, kids can attend schools outside their district, as long as they apply during open enrollment. Helen Keeling Elementary earns a C-plus from Niche, while Amphitheater Middle gets a C grade. The B-minus-rated Amphitheater High, also called “Amphi,” has a range of art and language classes in topics like mariachi and American Sign Language. Amphi High is the only Tucson school to offer The Cambridge Academy, where students can take courses aligned with the University of Cambridge’s curriculum. For post-grad plans, the nearby U of A is known for its studies in astronomy and biomedical sciences.
Mountain First Avenue residents begin their education at Helen Keeling Elementary School.
Amphitheater High School offers plenty of sports and clubs for its students.
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Brunching and lunching Buendia
Within the neighborhood, locals can start their day with empanadas and cinnamon tea at Buendia Breakfast and Lunch Café. For lunch, the high-rated Sher-e-Punjab serves homemade cuisine on Grant and North 1st Avenue. A few blocks east, Campbell Avenue is lined with more popular shops and restaurants like Blue Willow, which cooks up vegan comfort food in its pueblo-styled building. Folks can stop by Ross and Albertsons at Campbell Plaza. Main Gate Square is roughly 2 miles south near the University of Arizona of the area and houses small clothing shops like Boutique 816 and Pitaya as well as several cafes and small businesses. For groceries, Fry’s Food and Drug is near the western border.
Residents can shop at nearby Fry's in Mountain First Avenue.
Meet up with friends for a meal at Buendia Breakfast and Lunch Café.
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Strolling around Mitchell Park and taking a dip in Mansfield Pool
The tiny Mitchell Park features a covered playground with slides and several tree-shaded benches to relax on. Folks can even exchange books in the Free Little Library or take on the outdoor fitness equipment. For more exercise, bikers can head south to the 3rd Street-University Bicycle Boulevard, which extends for over 6 miles, passing 9 other parks across the city. The 20-acre Mansfield Park is also less than 2 miles southwest featuring the Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center where people can sign up for Tai Chi and after-school programs and the public Mansfield Pool. Those with a green thumb can buy a lot in the Mansfield Community Garden, which has funky bicycle artwork and areas for composting.
Mitchell Park provides lots of shaded spots in Mountain First Avenue.
Mitchell Park offers over an acre of green space in Mountain First Avenue.
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Multiple transportation options near Mountain First Avenue
Downtown Tucson is a 3-mile-drive south via North Euclid Avenue. The community is highly walkable area with sidewalks on most streets, and busier roads like East Grant and East Glenn have bike lanes. Tucson Sun Tran buses make frequent stops around the perimeter of Mountain First Avenue. Folks can even bike for a few miles south on Park Avenue to several Tucson Sun Link Streetcar stops to travel around the bustling Fourth Avenue and the U of A. Banner-University Medical Center Tucson is about 2 miles southeast, and Tucson International Airport is 10 miles south.
Tucson International Airport offers convenient access to both domestic and international flights.
Banner-University Medical Center is about 2 miles from Mountain First Avenue.
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Cheering on the Wildcats at Arizona Stadium
Locals like heading to U of A for Wildcat football and soccer games at the outdoor Arizona Stadium. Centennial Hall, built in the 1930s, hosts several concerts, plays and musicals throughout the year. The bi-annual Fourth Avenue Street Fair takes place a few miles away from Mountain First Avenue. Thousands gather in the street to browse through art tables and food vendors while listening to local bands perform.
Show some school spirit by attending a game at the Arizona Stadium.
Mountain First Avenue residents enjoy attending sporting events at The University of Arizona.
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Some crime and hot desert weather
Mountain First Avenue has a CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10 for both larceny and burglary. The city of Tucson outlines a Home Security Survey on their website that homeowners can follow; this includes tips like keeping a dead bolt lock on the front door and supporting window air conditioning units from the inside. Tucson police also survey the area frequently.
Because of Tucson’s desert climate, living in extreme heat is something to be aware of. City council and Tucson’s mayor adopted the Heat Action Roadmap to help inform people of rising temperatures due to climate change and other factors and implement heat risk into more urban planning architecture. During extreme heat, locals can head to several city cooling centers, including the nearby Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center.
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Crime and Safety
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Mountain First Avenue
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mountain First Avenue Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mountain First Avenue, Tucson sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Mountain First Avenue, Tucson over the last 12 months is $315,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in a convenient central Tucson location. Features modern updates, abundant natural light, and a functional layout. Located near the University of Arizona, within walking distance to a local high school, neighborhood parks, public transportation, shopping, and dining. Exterior features large gated yard access with convenient entry for vehicles, equipment, or outdoor
1960's Ranch style home with pool on a desirable corner lot! Mountain views,1.5 miles from the UofA! Backyard pool to keep cool. Covered patio, two side yards, storage shed. No HOA. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, the home's open layout connects a spacious living room to the family room and kitchen. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, cove ceilings, newer doors, dual-pane windows, and built-in
Spacious, centrally located, this well-maintained home offers a flexible floor plan designed for a variety of lifestyles. Featuring 3 bedrooms plus a den that may serve as a potential 4th bedroom, the layout includes both a living room & a family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Spacious kitchen w/electric range & pantry. Situated on a corner lot, the property is enclosed with metal
Welcome to this centrally located ranch-style home offering the perfect blend of space, functionality, and convenience. The split bedroom floor plan features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including two primary suites, making it a versatile layout that is ideal for a variety of living arrangements. Other features include a newer roof and HVAC system, a comfortable living room and an
Seller will accept or counter offers in range 299,900 to 327,750 and is willing to contribute toward Buyer's closing costs with a strong & reasonable offer. Adorable classic brick ranch home on fully fenced and gated large outside corner lot in about a 10 min proximity to the U of A. Rustic metal fence design has a double gate entry and oversized carport which easily doubles as a front patio with
This fully renovated studio is available now! Extremely close to the university.! Come and check it out today!Kitchen complete with all appliances. Onsite laundry room. Wall AC ! Ample parking . Community POOL! WIFI $35 per month Water / sewer and trash are billed at an additional $40 per month. Tenant connects electric directly with TEP.Non- refundable fee
Remodeled charming 1 bed 1 bath with den that can be a second bedroom bungalow with private yard and large storage unit. easy care front and rear yard with washer dryer hook ups. Great location , near U of A , restaurants, hospitals and moreFees:One-Time Admin Fee: $300. Monthly Service Fee: 1% of monthly rent. Refundable Pet Deposit: $300/Pet, if applicable. Resident Benefits
The advertised rate of $3,253/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 8, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
This two-story home is just east of Grant and first, close to shopping, downtown and U of A! Three bedrooms and a balcony upstairs, and one bedroom and full bath downstairs. Tile floors everywhere but wood on stairs and carpet in upstairs bedrooms. Open kitchen, plenty of parking. Tenant occupied until 5/31/26
Trisha BrownVista Point Properties
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Mountain Ave 3 Bed 2 Bath Home - Contemporary Block Construction
Pre-Leasing for August 2026. DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS. Showings are available with a 48 Hour Notice to the current tenants.Contemporary Block Construction 3 Bed 2 Bath Home in Foster Addition just off the Mountain Ave Bike Path and North of Grant. 1.5 Miles to the University of Arizona. Built in 2003 with Metal Roof, dual pane windows, polished concrete floors. Open kitchen and living area
3 bedroom 3.5 bathroom house just minutes away form the University of Arizona campus. Air conditioned home with laundry hookups and a private yard. Each bedroom has it's own full sized bathroom, plus a half bathroom for guests! Very close to transportation, grocery shopping and restaurants.
PRE-LEASING FOR FALL 2026! Lease must go through July 25, 2027. This three bedroom, two bathroom home features wood-plank tile, carpeting and vinyl wood flooring throughout. Exposed wood beams and brick offer a unique feel on this upgraded home. The bright and open kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, a decorative back-splash, granite counter tops and custom cabinetry. Recessed lighting
VERY NICE RENTAL. GREAT FOR STUDENT HOUSING AT $750 A BEDROOM. FIND SOME FELLOW STUDENTS AND ENJOY A GREAT RENTAL NEAR THE U OF A. OR FOR SOMEONE WANTING A QUIET LOCATION. PLENTY OF ROOM WITH MANY UPDATES. THIS PLACE IS READY TO GO.
PRE-LEASING FOR FALL 2026! Lease Available August 10th! Beautiful newly remodeled three bedroom, two bathroom home centrally located for your convenience. Featuring tile throughout this open floorplan with ceiling fans in all the bedrooms. The kitchen boasts NEW Stainless Steel appliances, New kitchen island, updated custom cabinets and separate dining area. Large owners suite with walk in shower
ADORABLE 2 bedroom 1 bath home, featuring tile through out. Open kitchen with stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet space. Bathroom features a shower/tub combo, granite tile counter tops and linen shelving. Gated patio/courtyard space, parking in front of unit, and a washer and dryer! Tenant occupied until 3/31/26
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