Why Live in North Dodge
North Dodge in Tucson is a neighborhood characterized by wide, grid-patterned streets lined with mature palm and acacia trees. Residents enjoy views of the Santa Catalina Mountain range and a mix of home styles, including Pueblo-inspired townhomes with large balconies and two-car garages, midcentury ranch-style houses, bungalows, and newer traditional homes with Spanish-style details. The area features practical amenities like gravel driveways, carports, and fenced-in backyards. Local parks such as Presidio Garden offer community gardening spaces, while Brandi Fenton Memorial Park, just 3 miles north, provides a splash park, basketball courts, and an equestrian arena. The Rillito River Park offers 12 miles of trails for horseback riding and dog walking, and the upcoming Blacklidge Bicycle Boulevard will enhance connectivity across the neighborhood. East Fort Lowell Road hosts local shops and eateries, including Tucson Hop Shop, Le Rendez-vous, and the award-winning Monsoon Chocolate Café and Market. Events like the Tucson Celtic Festival and Scottish Highland Games at Rillito Raceway Park and the Fourth Avenue Street Fair in Downtown Tucson provide entertainment and community engagement. North Dodge is approximately 6 miles northeast of Downtown Tucson, with convenient access to Interstate 10 and regular Tucson Sun Tran bus stops. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable and bike-friendly, with bike lanes on North Dodge Boulevard. Banner-University Medical Center is 3 miles southwest, and Tucson International Airport is 11 miles south. The Tucson Unified School District serves the area, with schools rated overall as average to above average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Dodge a good place to live?
North Dodge is a good place to live. North Dodge is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. North Dodge is a suburban neighborhood. North Dodge has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.4 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $46,353 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.5% of residents. A majority of residents in North Dodge are renters, with 83.5% of residents renting and 16.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving North Dodge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
North Dodge neighborhood guide.
Is North Dodge, AZ a safe neighborhood?
North Dodge, AZ is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in North Dodge?
The median home price in North Dodge is $279,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $55,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.11%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $58K a year to afford the median home price in North Dodge. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in North Dodge is $46K.
What are the best public schools in North Dodge?
The best public schools that serve North Dodge are:
What are the best private schools in North Dodge?
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Are home prices dropping in North Dodge?
Yes, home prices in North Dodge are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in North Dodge, AZ
On average, homes in North Dodge, Tucson sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North Dodge, Tucson over the last 12 months is $268,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$268,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$269,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$279,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
