Duffy Home for Rent

Duffy is a quaint neighborhood in eastern Tucson, surrounded by scenic mountain and desert views. The area is conveniently located, with downtown Tucson just 5 to 10 minutes away. Duffy features a mix of single-family homes, many built in the 1950s, with spacious lots and wide streets. Home styles include classic red-brick houses and midcentury modern homes, some with private pools. Apartment complexes and duplexes are available along Speedway Boulevard. The neighborhood is served by the Tucson Unified School District, with schools offering various programs, though they have mixed ratings. The Duffy Family & Community Center provides essential services like a clothing bank and food pantry. Retail options are plentiful along East Speedway Boulevard, including thrift stores, local restaurants like Ceedee Jamaican Kitchen and Ponchos Mexican Restaurant, and Sprouts Farmers Market for groceries. Broadview Commons and Plaza at Williams Center, just over a mile south, offer additional shopping options. For recreation, residents can visit Gene C. Reid Park, which is 5 miles southwest and features athletic fields, a dog park, and a zoo with monthly events. Closer parks like Swan Way Park and Highland Vista Park provide walking paths and playgrounds. The neighborhood's gridded streets and sidewalks make it pedestrian-friendly, though most residents use cars for commuting. Public transportation is accessible via bus stops on East Speedway Boulevard, East 5th Street, and North Craycroft Road. In case of medical emergencies, St. Joseph’s Hospital is 2 miles east.