Why Live in Rose
Rose, a neighborhood in Tucson, features late 20th-century ranch-style homes with two to five bedrooms, ranging from 700 to 2,000 square feet. These homes often include attached carports and covered patios, set on gravel-packed lots between 7,000 and 9,000 square feet. The area is characterized by sand-dusted streets lined with mesquite and 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, while 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. 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. The area is served by Sun Tran bus stops and is bikeable, though a car is recommended. Rose is part of the Tucson Unified School District, which has a high overall rating.
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 $547,020. If you put a 20% down payment of $109,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $122K a year to afford the median home price in Rose. The average household income in Rose is $63K.
What are the best public schools in Rose?
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Home Trends in Rose, AZ
On average, homes in Rose, Tucson sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rose, Tucson over the last 12 months is $230,000.
Median Sale Price
$230,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$595,040
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$230,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$371
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$547,020
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%