Housing
Overview
🏡 Home Prices
- Median Listing Price: ~$311,000
- Median Sold Price: ~$264,000 to $289,000
- Average Home Value: ~$288,700
- Price Trend: Home values are down 3–15% year-over-year, depending on the source.
📊 Market Conditions
- Days on Market: Homes typically sell in 92 to 107 days, indicating a slower-paced market.
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: ~97.7%, meaning homes are selling slightly below asking price.
- Inventory: Around 444–449 homes for sale, with 79 new listings in June 2025.
🏘️ Neighborhood Highlights
- Most Expensive Area: Canoa Ranch – ~$419K
- Most Affordable Area: Tucson Green Valley – ~$141K
- Other areas include Las Campanas (~$344K), San Ignacio (~$375K), and Santa Rita Springs (~$300K).
🏠 Rental Market
- Average Rent: ~$1,474/month
- National Average: ~$2,069/month
- Green Valley offers more affordable rental options compared to national averages.
🏠 Common Home Types in Green Valley
Single-Family Homes
- Most prevalent type.
- Range from modest 2-bedroom homes to large 3–4 bedroom properties.
- Sizes vary from ~1,000 to over 3,000 sq ft.
- Prices range from ~$200K to over $1M.
Townhomes
- Popular for retirees and seasonal residents.
- Typically 2 bedrooms, 2 baths.
- Prices range from ~$180K to $350K.
- Often located in 55+ communities with shared amenities.
Condos
- Smaller units, often 1–2 bedrooms.
- Great for low-maintenance living or snowbirds.
- Prices start as low as ~$120K.
Manufactured Homes
- Found in both age-restricted and all-ages communities.
- More affordable, with prices often under $200K.
Luxury Homes
- Found in neighborhoods like Canoa Ranch and San Ignacio.
- Features include mountain views, large lots, and custom architecture.
- Prices range from ~$500K to over $1.4M.
Lots & Land
- Available for custom builds.
- Prices vary widely depending on size and location.
🏘️ Neighborhood-Specific Styles
- Canoa Ranch: Upscale homes with desert views and golf course access.
- Tucson Green Valley: More affordable, compact homes and condos.
- Las Campanas & San Ignacio: Mid-to-high-end homes with modern layouts and scenic surroundings.
Discover the community
Overview
1. A Retirement-Focused, Active Community
Green Valley is renowned as an established and vibrant retirement haven. The population skews heavily toward those aged 55 and older, and many communities are either age-restricted or designed for active adult living. The Green Valley Recreation (GVR) network, offering fitness centers, arts & crafts, social clubs, and pools, lies at the heart of community life.
2. Recreational & Social Engagement
Residents enjoy an abundance of structured and casual activities:
Outdoor pursuits like hiking in nearby Madera Canyon and the Santa Rita Mountains, birdwatching, and desert strolls.
Sports scenes include golf (multiple courses), pickleball, tennis, and vibrant club leagues.
Arts & culture through classes, performance venues, and clubs in GVR centers.
3. Weather & Climate
Green Valley benefits from mild winters — warm and dry, perfect for outdoor activities — and hotter summers, often exceeding 100 °F, which may limit midday adventures.
4. Affordability & Housing
Relative to bigger cities like Tucson or Phoenix, Green Valley offers an affordable cost of living:
Median home prices range from around $264K to $325K; single-family homes, condos, and townhomes are widely available.
Homeownership rates are notably high — over 86% as of 2023.
Many homes are governed by HOAs and often require GVR membership with associated fees, which contribute to maintenance and amenities.
5. Strong Community & Healthcare Access
There’s a close-knit, welcoming social atmosphere, with many opportunities to meet fellow retirees through clubs, community events, and organized activities.
Healthcare needs are well-supported — local clinics, a modern acute care hospital, home health services, and proximity to Tucson’s advanced medical facilities ensure comprehensive coverage.
Key Landmarks & Local Attractions
1. Titan Missile Museum
The only publicly accessible Titan II missile silo in the U.S., now a Cold War era museum and National Historic Landmark. You can explore the underground launch control center and missile exhibits.
2. Historic Hacienda de la Canoa
A historic ranch featuring scenic Santa Cruz River Valley views, with offerings like ranch tours, bird walks, and stargazing events.
3. ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center
An exhibit near Sahuarita showcasing open-pit copper mining, complete with a video theater, cactus garden, and picnic area.
4. San Xavier del Bac Mission
Located 15 miles north in Tucson, this beautifully preserved 18th-century Spanish mission is still active and richly adorned.
5. Madera Canyon & Whipple Observatory
A renowned birding hotspot nestled in the Santa Rita Mountains. Beautiful hiking trails and vibrant wildlife abound here. Nearby, the Smithsonian's Whipple Observatory offers astronomy exhibits and tours.
6. Community Performance & Art Center / GVR Events
Green Valley Recreation (GVR) hosts regular performing arts events, concerts, theater productions, and seasonal Farmers Markets.
7. Tubac — Art & Historic District
Just 20 miles south via I-19, Tubac offers galleries, unique boutiques, and the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park—a rich window into centuries of regional history.
8. Tumacácori National Historical Park
Nearby mission ruins offering a poignant encounter with Arizona’s Spanish Colonial past.
9. Green Valley Farmers & Artisans Market
Held weekly along the I-19 corridor, it's the longest-running market event here—packed with local produce, crafts, and community flavor.
Entertainment Highlights & Activity Spots
Live Performance & Events: GVR brings a steady cadence of live theater, music, and karaoke nights—plus seasonal markets that make community life lively.
Outdoor & Day Trips: Explore scenic hiking at Madera Canyon, astronomy at Whipple Observatory, or enjoy art and history in Tubac and Tumacácori.
Nearby Tucson Excursions: Less than 30 minutes away, Tucson offers Saguaro National Park, Pima Air & Space Museum, Sabino Canyon, botanical gardens, and top-tier Mexican dining.
Location & Access
Green Valley sits about 25–30 minutes south of Tucson, right off Interstate 19 in Pima County—a hub for retirees and visitors alike.
It serves as a central point for:
Historic and cultural excursions (Titan Missile Museum, missions)
Scenic landscapes and wildlife adventures (Madera Canyon)
Artistic day trips and shopping (Tubac)
Performing arts and community gatherings (GVR venues, markets)
