$250,786Average Value$209Average Price per Sq Ft10Homes For Sale
Walkable Tucson suburb with lower home prices
Centrally located in Tucson, suburban Oak Flower offers area-low home prices and nearby shopping and dining along Grant Road. Tony Ray Baker, a Realtor with Re/Max Select and over 30 years of experience, says the neighborhood is a good fit for first-time homebuyers and property investors. “Prices are below Tucson’s median, so it may be a place where an investor might buy small houses for their portfolio,” Baker says. Sun Tran buses stop here, and residents may walk to local businesses in the neighborhood’s southern end. McCormick Park and the Tucson Botanical Gardens are within a mile, and Downtown Tucson is about 6 miles away via local arteries. “It’s got such great access for everything in the city,” Baker says.
Oak Flower is an affordable, laid-back neighborhood in the middle of Tucson.
Oak Flower homes typically offer a quarter acre or less of propety.
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Housing below Tucson’s average home price
As of late 2024, Oak Flower's average home price is about $225,000, compared to Tucson’s roughly $400,000. While most residents here are renters, most local homes are part of the Oak Flower Neighborhood Association. The association's community projects include neighborhood clean-ups and city petitions, like 2020's appeal for new speed bumps in residential areas.
Generously spaced along sidewalk-lined streets, Oak Flower’s ranch-style homes were built during the mid-to-late 20th century and typically have red brick or stucco exteriors. These two- to four-bedroom homes generally have 1,000- to 2,000-square-foot layouts and sit on dirt-packed lots of 7,000 to 13,000 square feet; some yards are dotted with low-water plantings like agave, red yucca and prickly pear cacti. Attached carports are typical, and features like grass lawns, solar panels or private pools can raise the value of a home. Prices range from $200,000 to $400,000, depending on a home’s size and features.
Columbus Park Condominiums is one of a handful of condo complexes in Oak Flower. Its one- to two-bedroom condos were built in the late 20th century, typically with layouts of 800 to 1,000 square feet and detached carports. Prices range from about $120,000 to $170,000, depending on a condo's size, and monthly dues of about $260 grant access to a shared pool.
Most Oak Flower homes were designed and built in the 1950's.
Condos make up a significant portion of Oak Flower.
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Teens get a head start at Catalina High
Oak Flower is part of the Tucson Unified School District, rated B overall by Niche. Local kids may start at the C-rated Davidson Elementary before moving on to the B-minus-rated Doolen Middle. At the C-plus-rated Catalina High, teens may explore their professional interests in career and technical education courses, like construction and culinary arts. Catalina High students may also take dual-enrollment courses for college credit at Pima Community College.
Davidson Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Tucson, Arizona.
Catalina High School serves grades 9-12 in Tucson, Arizona.
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Getting around from Oak Flower
Interstate 10 is about 7 miles away and leads 116 miles to Phoenix. Downtown Tucson’s 6 miles away via Glenn Street or Grant Road, the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares, which are lined with sidewalks and bike lanes. Fare-free Sun Tran buses also stop in the neighborhood, though Baker says it’s easiest to get around the city with a car. Tucson Medical Center is 2 miles away, and Tucson International Airport is 10 miles away.
Local spots and nearby Reid Park
Less than a mile away, the 14-acre McCormick Park is a local go-to for some fresh air with its covered playground, basketball court and tree-dotted playing fields. Nearby, the Tucson Botanical Gardens are another local staple, where folks explore hundreds of native and exotic plants across 20 themed gardens. Five miles away, Reid Park is one of the most popular parks in Tucson. “Reid Park is like our baby version of New York’s Central Park,” Baker says. The 150-acre park offers everything from baseball diamonds to the Reid Park Zoo, and the 2-mile Gene C. Reid Park Perimeter Loop wraps around the park. “People like to jog around the entire park,” Baker says. Golfers may hit the links at either of the park’s two 18-hole golf courses, and the aquatic center’s pool is especially popular in the summer when temperatures regularly top 100 degrees. There’s also a rec center where locals may hit the gym or take arts and fitness classes, like pottery or ballet.
Dog walkers love McCormick Park's 14 acres.
Hop on board the train and then feed the ducks at Reid Park in Tucson.
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Shopping and dining along Grant Road
Along Grant Road, residents may head to Northgate, a retail plaza, to grab groceries from the Walmart Neighborhood Market or Dollar Tree and dine at fast-food chains like Subway, Little Caesar’s and Filiberto’s. Nearby, The Shelter Bar is a 60s-inspired cocktail lounge with neon lighting, retro decorations and games like billiards and pinball. “Austin Powers is probably sitting in there with a long cigarette and martini,” Baker says. “It’s been around forever—it’s a Tucson icon.” Across the street, there are lots of small businesses, including Popcorn Country, a specialty store serving all things popcorn-related. A mile away, Crossroads Festival is another nearby retail plaza, where folks can grocery shop at Fry’s and dine at a variety of chain and locally owned businesses, including Pho Ngan, a casual Vietnamese eatery.
Walmart is a reliable choice for groceries near Oak Flower.
Dollar Tree is a popular spot for afforable items near Oak Flower.
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Community events and attractions for Tucson locals
In the winter, the Tucson Botanical Gardens hosts LightsUp!, an annual tradition where the gardens are decorated with thousands of LED lights. Throughout the year, the gardens offer classes on topics like jewelry-making, gardening and cooking. Five miles away, the Reid Park Zoo is home to hundreds of exotic animals, including everything from tiny poison dart frogs to towering giraffes. “It’s considered one of America’s top zoos,” Baker says. “It’s really amazing what they do for animals there.” In February, the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase comprises over 40 shows held at different venues across the city, including the Tucson Convention Center, 7 miles away. The showcase is the largest of its kind in the world, offering a sweeping selection of rare and valuable gemstones and geological oddities.
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Parks in this Area
McCormick Park
Rillito River Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Picnic Area
The Loop at Columbus
Seneca Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Tucson International
22 min drive
Bus
Alvernon & Grant NE
Bus
Grant & Alvernon
Bus
Alvernon & Glenn
Bus
Grant & Walnut
Bus
Glenn & Sycamore
Bus
Alvernon & Flower
Bus
Glenn & Columbus
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Oak Flower
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oak Flower, Tucson sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Oak Flower, Tucson over the last 12 months is $220,790, up 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,890
Median Age
38
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,272
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,076
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.1%
College Graduates
21.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
91/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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