Why Live in Fortuna Foothills
Fortuna Foothills in Yuma features a variety of housing options, including single-family homes, condos, and mobile homes along sidewalk-lined streets. Late 20th-century ranch-style homes with three to four bedrooms often include Spanish Revival or Pueblo-inspired details, such as terracotta-tiled roofs and tan stucco exteriors. These homes typically have concrete driveways, attached garages, and rock gardens with low-water plantings, with some offering private pools and covered patios. Custom 21st-century homes with four to five bedrooms may include heated flooring, guest quarters, and views of the Gila Mountains. Manufactured homes from the late 20th century generally have one to three bedrooms, attached carports, and desert landscaping. Condominiums, particularly in 55+ communities like Oasis del Este, feature Spanish Revival stylings and shared amenities such as community pools. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with residents enjoying parks like the newly opened Foothills Optimist Park, which includes a playground, walking path, and playing field. Hiking is popular, especially at Telegraph Pass, and the Las Barrancas Golf Course offers an 18-hole experience with desert views. Shopping and dining are concentrated along Interstate 8 and Fortuna Road, with local favorites like Daybreaker Cafe and Wheezy’s Sports Bar and Grill. The area is accessible by car, bus, and bike, with Interstate 8 providing routes to downtown Yuma and Phoenix.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fortuna Foothills a good place to live?
Fortuna Foothills is a good place to live. Fortuna Foothills is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Fortuna Foothills is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Fortuna Foothills has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 54.7 people per acre and a median age of 61. The average household income is $72,164 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Fortuna Foothills are home owners, with 16.2% of residents renting and 83.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fortuna Foothills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fortuna Foothills neighborhood guide.
Is Fortuna Foothills, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Fortuna Foothills, AZ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fortuna Foothills?
The median home price in Fortuna Foothills is $350,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, 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 Fortuna Foothills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Fortuna Foothills is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Fortuna Foothills?
The best public schools that serve Fortuna Foothills are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Fortuna Foothills, Yuma, AZ?
The most popular zip codes in Fortuna Foothills, Yuma, AZ include
85367,
85365 and
85356.
Are home prices dropping in Fortuna Foothills?
Yes, home prices in Fortuna Foothills are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fortuna Foothills, AZ
On average, homes in Fortuna Foothills, Yuma sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fortuna Foothills, Yuma over the last 12 months is $334,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$334,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$244,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$148,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243
Number of Homes for Sale
241
Last 12 months Home Sales
499
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%