Why Live in Western Hills
Western Hills in Tucson offers a blend of brick and stucco ranch-style homes alongside Pueblo-inspired residences, with sizes ranging from 800 to 3,000 square feet. Built between the 1950s and 2023, these homes sit on lots of 3,000 to 9,000 square feet, often featuring carports, covered patios, and fenced yards adorned with trees, shrubs, and cacti. The neighborhood is served by Lillian Cavett Elementary School, part of Tucson Unified's Innovation Zone, and Utterback Middle School, which offers diverse electives and the AVID program. Catalina High, a magnet school, provides a strong sports program. For things to do, residents can visit Willie Blake Community Park for cardio equipment and soccer fields or enjoy the Santa Cruz walk/bike path and the El Paso and Southwestern Greenway. Dining options include Dutch Bro’s Coffee, First Watch for breakfast, and Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-BQ for hearty meals. Nearby shopping is convenient with Costco and Walmart. The Kino Sports Complex, the largest sports venue in Southern Arizona, hosts various events and is home to the FC Tucson Soccer Club. The neighborhood's proximity to Interstate 10 allows for a quick 3-mile drive to Downtown Tucson and a 5-mile trip to Tucson International Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Western Hills a good place to live?
Western Hills is a good place to live. Western Hills is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with some transit options. Western Hills is a suburban neighborhood. Western Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.5 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $58,987 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 6.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Western Hills are home owners, with 25.7% of residents renting and 74.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Western Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Western Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Western Hills, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Western Hills, 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 Western Hills?
The median home price in Western Hills is $244,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $48,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,200 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Western Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Western Hills is $59K.
What are the best public schools in Western Hills?
The best public schools that serve Western Hills are:
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Are home prices dropping in Western Hills?
Yes, home prices in Western Hills are down 8% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Western Hills, AZ
On average, homes in Western Hills, Tucson sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Western Hills, Tucson over the last 12 months is $240,500, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$240,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$255,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$244,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
