Vista del Monte
Neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona
Pima County 85712
Desert-style homes with xeriscaped yards
The neighborhood’s houses form a simple, gridlike layout. Only seven miles from Downtown, “Vista del Monte is a big draw for the art scene,” says Hill. Though not technically a planned community, houses are spaced evenly and, as such, have similarly sized yards. Ranchers are a prevalent style, featuring a gravel yard with palm trees or cacti. A paved driveway is not guaranteed, but ample room for street parking exists. Pueblos are also popular here, featuring a plain but neat exterior. Houses range from $230,000 on the low end to nearly $700,000, depending on the number of bedrooms.
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Enough space for everyone
Just outside the neighborhood is McCormick Park, home to the local YMCA. Residents can get active indoors by using their various free weights and machines. When the warmer weather arrives, the YMCA pool is the best way to beat the heat. The park has multiple playgrounds where kids can slide and climb to their hearts’ content. Awnings stretch across the play area so kids can safely play in the shade without concern of sunburn or heat exhaustion. Be sure to shoot some hoops on the basketball court or stroll the open area instead.Top schools for diversity
Kids in Vista del Monte attend W. V. Whitmore Elementary, which Niche rates a C-plus. This school offers band, orchestra, and STEM classes for a well-rounded educational experience. Doolen Middle is also C-rated, partnering with AVID to improve the student-teacher dynamic and jumpstart college prep. Catalina High is the state's twelfth most diverse public high school and earns a C rating from Niche.
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In-person and virtual gallery visits
The Madaras Art Gallery is a collection of approximately 300 works by local and southwestern artists. Featured original pieces include paintings, sculptures and photographs for sale. Homes in need of decoration call for a canvas or two. “We’re best known for our canvas reproductions, but we also do prints,” says Gallery Director Valerie Hill. “With our reproductions, you can own a smaller canvas version of the original work done by Diana Madaras and other artists.” The gallery hosts recurring events like Second Sunday Mimosas, where locals gather for some bubbly and socialization. Every four weeks, they open a new exhibit for locals to explore. For those unable to make it in person, the website has a virtual tour to recap annual exhibitions.
Short walks to the SunTran
Like most neighborhoods in greater Tucson, the SunTran is a convenient way for residents to get from point A to B. Vista Del Monte is relatively small, so walking to one of the bordering streets is the only inconvenience. Since this neighborhood is on the outskirts of Tucson and most houses have their own driveways, owning a car is preferable for the long-distance commuter.Caffeine kicks and Indian fares
Vista del Monte residents can start their day at Dutch Bros Coffee, a short drive down Swan Road. This chain offers a variety of cold brew and energy drink variations. In the opposite direction sits Indian Twist, a dine-in restaurant with familiar favorites like chicken tikka masala and lamb saag. There are plenty of options for the discerning vegetarian as well. After a nice meal, locals can pick up their prescriptions at the nearby Walgreens or grab weekly produce from Trader Joe’s. The Fry’s grocery is just as close in case Trader Joe’s was out of a particular item, or vice versa. Those biannual dentist appointments are made more accessible, too, with Grant Road Dentistry in the same complex.
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Written By
Malcolm Longerbeam
Photography Contributed By
Christiaan Cruz
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jose Campillo
Jose Campillo
Tierra Antigua Realty
(520) 263-8765
628 Total Sales
1 in Vista del Monte
$210,000 Price
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Anthony Schaefer
Anthony Schaefer
Long Realty
(520) 896-4092
335 Total Sales
1 in Vista del Monte
$246,000 Price
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Greg McCown
Greg McCown
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
(520) 214-5123
115 Total Sales
1 in Vista del Monte
$284,000 Price
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Tony Ray Baker
Tony Ray Baker
RE/MAX Professionals
(520) 214-8701
206 Total Sales
1 in Vista del Monte
$569,000 Price
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Avi Erbst
Avi Erbst
Responds QuicklyCordova Realty
(520) 873-9231
106 Total Sales
1 in Vista del Monte
$308,000 Price
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Danny Roth
Danny Roth
Responds QuicklyOMNI Homes International
(520) 783-7391
441 Total Sales
1 in Vista del Monte
$382,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
McCormick Park
The Loop at Columbus
Seneca Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Vista del Monte | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Vista del Monte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Vista del Monte, Tucson sell after 106 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Vista del Monte, Tucson over the last 12 months is $324,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$354,500
Median Sale Price
$324,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$324,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
381
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,751
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,069 - $1,899 per month
- Villas Las Cerezas
- 2-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 900+ Sq Ft
- 4415 E Grant Rd
- Tucson, AZ
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,573
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,018
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,827
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
87
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 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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