Why Live in Rose
Rose is a Tucson neighborhood featuring late 20th-century ranch-style homes with two to five bedrooms. These homes often include attached carports and covered patios, and are set on gravel-packed lots between 7,000 and 9,000 square feet. The area is characterized by sand-dusted streets lined with mesquite, palm trees and low-water plantings like prickly pear and Saguaro cacti. Local parks such as La Mar Park and Rodeo Wash Park offer recreational activities. The nearby Santa Cruz River Park connects to The Loop, a 130-mile path popular among cyclists. Kennedy Park, 2 miles away, provides a variety of outdoor activities, including sand volleyball, soccer, tennis and fishing. Rose is part of the Tucson Unified School District, which has a high overall rating. For dining, residents can enjoy a mix of chain restaurants and authentic Mexican eateries along West Irvington Road, with local favorites like Little Mexico and El Movimiento Hot Dog. Tucson Spectrum, a mile away, offers over 70 businesses, including a Food City for groceries and Main Event Tucson for family entertainment. Interstate 19 borders the neighborhood, providing convenient access to downtown Tucson, 5 miles away. Sun Tran buses serve the area, which is also bikeable though a car is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rose a good place to live?
Rose is a good place to live. Rose is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Rose has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $62,830 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 3% of residents. A majority of residents in Rose are home owners, with 34.8% of residents renting and 65.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Rose can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Rose neighborhood guide.
Is Rose, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Rose, AZ is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Rose?
The median home price in Rose is $246,499. If you put a 20% down payment of $49,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.23%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $52K a year to afford the median home price in Rose. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Rose is $63K.
What are the best public schools in Rose?
The best public schools that serve Rose are:
What are the best private schools in Rose?
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Are home prices dropping in Rose?
Yes, home prices in Rose are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Rose, AZ
On average, homes in Rose, Tucson sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Rose, Tucson over the last 12 months is $243,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$243,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$246,499
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$204
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$246,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%