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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Samos a good place to live?
Samos is a good place to live. Samos is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Samos is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Samos has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $66,094 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 50.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Samos are renters, with 56% of residents renting and 44% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Samos can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Samos neighborhood guide.
Is Samos, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Samos, AZ is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Samos?
The median home price in Samos is $365,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $73,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,880 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $81K a year to afford the median home price in Samos. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Samos is $66K.
What are the best public schools in Samos?
The best public schools that serve Samos are:
- Doolen Middle School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
- Amphitheater High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Samos?
The best private schools that serve Samos are:
- Salpointe Catholic High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- St Peter & Paul Catholic School has a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
- International School of Tucson has a student teacher ratio of 7:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Samos, Tucson, AZ?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Samos, Tucson, AZ?
The most popular neighborhoods near Samos, Tucson, AZ are Jefferson Park, Hedrick Acres, Shaheen Estates, Blenman-Elm and Richland Heights.
Are home prices dropping in Samos?
Yes, home prices in Samos are down 13% in the last 12 months.
