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University of Arizona’s northern neighbor
North University places residents within blocks of the University of Arizona’s campus. University facilities take up more than half the neighborhood, followed by apartments and Banner healthcare facilities. Throughout this college town, locals enjoy walkable streets and proximity to cultural events and entertainment offerings at the Arizona State Museum, Tornabene Theatre and Invisible Theatre. A mile south, Main Gate Square offers an array of dining options that span from fast food chains to local coffee shops. With this convenience, traffic and noise are factors, as many streets around campus are busy, and many homes are in the shadows of sprawling apartment buildings.
Go for a walk on the beautiful University of Arizona campus.
Students walk to class in the North University neighborhood.
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University apartments and bricked Bungalows
Available single-family homes are rare in North University, with much of the area comprised of university apartments. The stand-alone homes that decorate these sidewalks feature fenced, square back lots with room for a patio set or private garden. Brick and stucco exteriors decorate the facades of Bungalow and Pueblo Revival homes. North University homes price between $262,000 for early 1900s two- to three-bedroom homes and $930,000 for a nine-bedroom home built in the last ten years. “The average residential real estate price in Tucson as of December 2023 was $452,728,” says Associate Broker James Servoss, with Keller Williams Southern Arizona, who holds more than 21 years of experience working in Tucson real estate. North University averages around $20,000 less than that figure, with the average home value being slightly less than $426,000.
Apartments are plentiful in North University due to their proximity to campus.
A Spanish-style North University home sits on a modest lot.
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Walking through Main Gate Square
Within Main Gate Square, locals appreciate a wide selection of dining options, from breakfast pastries and sweet treats at Woops to hearty burritos from Illegal Pete’s. This main strip is not just known for its diverse dining options but also for its selection of boutique shops such as Collette and nationally known Urban Outfitters. To stock up on weekly groceries, locals hop in their cars and drive to Fry’s, which is a little more than a mile north. Safeway provides another grocery option, about the same distance as Fry’s but south of campus.
Illegal Pete's satisfies hunger with their hearty burritos in North University.
Woops Bakery is a boutique bakery tempting North University locals with macarons.
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Bear Down Fridays draws crowds
The community comes together at Bear Down Fridays, a pep rally event held before every home football game. Main Gate Square beams with Wildcat pride on these Fridays as the crowd listens to the coaching staff, participates in giveaways, plays games and takes advantage of food specials.
Get some delicious tea at Scented Leaf in North University.
Frog and Firkin is a British pub in the heart of North University, often hosting live music.
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Career Technical Education at Catalina
Tucson Unified School District serves North University, with each school earning a Grade of C or C-plus. Students may begin their studies within Blenman Elementary School and progress to Doolen Middle School in the sixth grade. Starting in ninth grade, students may take Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, such as the culinary and business operations courses, while attending Catalina High School. With the University of Arizona practically in their backyards, local students have the option to stay at home and continue their studies at this public, 4-year university.
Residents of North University appreciate the walkable area.
Arizona State Museum is close to the North University area.
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Trails at Saguaro National Park
While there are no open green spaces within the neighborhood, residents appreciate the proximity to many outdoor recreation opportunities across the area. “Tucson ranks as one of the top cycling destinations in the country and is home to world class golf and hiking,” Servoss says. Across Santa Cruz River, 15 miles west, Saguaro National Park offers an almost 10-mile bikeable loop featuring scenic views and cacti along the way. Randolph Dell Urich Golf Course is one of the closest golf courses to North University and home to the longest course in Tucson, stretching for 6,900 yards across 18 holes.
Many locals in North University cycle around the neighborhood.
Paved sidewalks guide students to class.
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Sidewalks to Sun Link streetcars
From the Sun Link streetcar stops to Sun Tran bus stops, residents appreciate a range of public transportation options. When traveling further than comfortable to walk, residents utilize the main roads of North Campbell Avenue, East Speedway Boulevard and North Euclid Avenue. Whether traveling for work or pleasure, Tulsa International Airport is a convenient 9-mile drive down South Kino Parkway or an 11-mile drive down Interstate 10. With walkability and the thriving energy of a college town, residents of North University never lack accessible entertainment.
Paved sidewalks guide students to class.
Many locals in North University cycle around the neighborhood.
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North University Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North University, Tucson sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North University, Tucson over the last 12 months is $414,900, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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