Why Live in South Harrison
South Harrison is a spacious suburban neighborhood in southeast Tucson, where around 7,000 residents are settled between the Catalina and Tucson Mountains. It features a blend of New Traditional, adobe and Santa-Fe style homes, along with ranch-style houses and two-bedroom condos. Many properties offer in-ground swimming pools and well-landscaped yards. Located 12 miles from downtown Tucson, South Harrison offers access to city amenities and stunning mountain views. The neighborhood is bordered by East Golf Links Road and South Houghton Road, with the Pantano Wash providing natural flood protection. Residents can enjoy recreational facilities 5 miles away at Michael Perry Park, which has a baseball field, basketball court, and Children’s Garden. The Tucson BMX Park is in Coyote Corridor for racers of different skill levels, and the nearby Lincoln Regional Park is popular for its wildlife sanctuary and sports fields. For exercise, the Pantano River Walk offers a biking path, and LA Fitness provides personal training and group cycling classes. Nearby local restaurants include Dutch Brothers Coffee, Tacos Giro Food Truck, and Wei Asian Café, with Walmart Supercenter and Safeway at the neighborhood's north edge for groceries. The Tucson Unified School District serves South Harrison, with schools like Dunham Elementary, Secrist Middle, and Santa Rita High, known for its arts programs and Career and Technical Education pathways. The Miller-Golf Links Library is a popular local feature. The neighborhood's proximity to the nearby Davis-Monthan Air Force Base makes it a convenient landing spot for military employees. Residents can also head to Downtown Tucson to enjoy city events like the Tucson Rodeo and Ballet Tucson Fall Concert series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Harrison a good place to live?
South Harrison is a good place to live. South Harrison is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. South Harrison has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.7 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $80,557 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20.5% of residents. A majority of residents in South Harrison are home owners, with 17.2% of residents renting and 82.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving South Harrison can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
South Harrison neighborhood guide.
Is South Harrison, AZ a safe neighborhood?
South Harrison, AZ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South Harrison?
The median home price in South Harrison is $339,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.51%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,720 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $74K a year to afford the median home price in South Harrison. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in South Harrison is $81K.
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Home Trends in South Harrison, AZ
On average, homes in South Harrison, Tucson sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in South Harrison, Tucson over the last 12 months is $335,990, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Last 12 months Home Sales
109
Median List Price
$339,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
