Oro Valley/Tucson Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Arizona

Oro Valley/Tucson Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Arizona

The sun shines in Tucson almost every day of the year. Tucson’s approximately 80,000 residents live in eight distinct communities: Oro Valley, Red Rock, Marana, Catalina, Tortolita, Cortaro, Casas Adobes and Oracle. Oro Valley was incorporated in 1974 and enjoys a higher elevation and slightly cooler temperatures than Tucson. It sits at an elevation of 2,620 feet and has a population of approximately 30,000. From downhill skiing at Mount Lemmon (just 35 minutes away), to boating, water skiing and fishing at one of the local lakes the recreational opportunities are nearly endless. There is plenty to do on dry land as well including golfing, hiking or biking on a rustic trail, playing tennis, horseback riding, or picnicking in one of the area's many beautiful parks. The Tucson area has been rated one of "50 Fabulous Places to Raise Your Family" and the city itself is in the top five listing of mid-sized cities in the country. The area boasts a cultural history that dates back more than one thousand years and some of the finest schools, museums and entertainment in the world can be found within the city’s boundaries. Tucson also provides plenty of shopping opportunities, with a regional mall and many other shopping centers throughout the area. Something for everyone can be found in the communities of Tucson, where rugged mountains and desert tranquility combine with modern city life to create the perfect place to call home.