Forty-eight miles south of Tucson is Tubac, a mecca of aesthetic beauty, both natural and artistic. Once the oldest Spanish settlement in the Southwest, originally established as a Spanish fort, or presidio, in 1752, Tubac is now a lively artist colony that remembers its roots. Working artists’ studios surround the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park in the Old Town section of the village, preserving the town’s rich cultural heritage. February ushers in the annual Tubac Festival of the Arts, and year-round, Tubac is alive with arts programming and seasonal exhibitions. Locally owned restaurants, featuring authentic regional and Mexican cuisine, and a number of cozy bed and breakfasts make Tubac an inviting and relaxing place to visit or to live.

For those who prefer natural beauty, Tubac homes for sale offer a scenic location and landscape provides opportunities to bird watch, hike, mountain bike, camp or just step outside and enjoy the view. The Anza Trail takes hikers and bikers through 3.2 miles of desert beauty. Nearby Patagonia Lake offers boating and fishing. Tubac is also home to Tubac Golf Resort, with its 18-hole, par-71 course, as well as the Rio Rico Resort and Country Club.

The 1,380-acre master-planned golf community of Starr Pass is situated in Tucson, Arizona and is surrounded by the beauty of the Tucson Mountains, the 40,000-acre Tucson Mountain Park, and has at its center the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort, which features the championship 27-hole golf course designed by Arnold Palmer. 

Starr Pass homes for sale offer options to suit the needs of homebuyers. You can choose to live in an expansive estate with golf course views, a low-maintenance condo or townhome, or one of the custom homes designed to your specifications.

Once you make the move to Starr Pass, you can enjoy numerous luxurious amenities, including pampering massages and cutting-edge beauty and health treatments in the resort’s Hashani Spa, numerous hiking trails that wind their way through the community, and access to a 20,000-foot clubhouse with ample dining options, and private rooms for banquets or parties.

Starr Pass is a gorgeous place to call home.

If you want to live in a home that gives you beautiful vistas, try Tucson’s Salida del Sol. Located to the northeast of the city, where the Catalina foothills begin to rise, Salida del Sol is full of attractive, single-family  homes that look out across the mountains or down at the city lights. These homes are close to parkland with elegant landscaping and Catalina State Park. This is also a great neighborhood to look at if you’re bargain shopping, as Salida del Sol homes for sale are currently available at great prices. There are many different styles available, giving the neighborhood a quirky, highly distinctive character. Some are secluded in shady ravines while others have elevated positions. Mature trees everywhere create a refined and sophisticated atmosphere. Salida del Sol is a community that really needs to be seen to be fully appreciated.

You have sunscreen on, your tote packed with towels, hats, and clothing and you’re out the door. The kids take a detour through the Safari Trail of bronze animal statues, and then run off to the private water park. It’s hard not to gaze at the Santa Rita Mountains as your whole family spends the day riding the electric train, playfully competing at a round of miniature golf, and zooming around in pedal cars. Later on, there will be grocery shopping for dinner at the neighborhood market. Rancho Sahuarita homes for sale present this ideal. The children are on break from the local state-of-the-art school they attend, so why not take the dog for a trail walk around the tranquil Sahuarita Lake, located right in your neighborhood. This is life at Rancho Sahuarita. Yes, this is how awesome it is!

Oro Valley is in Pima County, Arizona, in the Western foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Residents view the Tortolita Mountains to the north, and the spectacular Tucson Valley to the south. Oro Valley has a dynamic trail system made of diverse surfaces such as paved and dirt paths that enable residents to practice hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Thanks to the Greater Oro Valley Arts Council, the town also stimulates artistic events such as live musical performances. In addition, Oro Valley golf fans can choose from five top courses to play in. With regards to real estate, Oro Valley homes for sale are available in one or two-story high options, many a rustic desert landscape. Many homes feature up to five bedrooms and refreshing pools, surrounded by views of the mountains and the valley. Local attractions include a variety of restaurants, fitness centers, and the nearby Foothills Mall with a variety of upscale and discount shopts. This area is a delight!

The town of Oracle, Arizona, is located roughly 30 miles north of the city of Tucson, and is comprised mostly of ranches and cattle farms that sit on vast plots of desert land. Oracle was originally founded during the late 1800s by an explorer who coined the first mine he discovered, high up in the Santa Catalina Mountains, Oracle. The town would later become a popular ‘Gold Rush’ town, as over the next century over 68 gold mines would be drilled and mined for the precious metals contained within. Today many of those old mines are shut down and what remains are historical sites, some that offer tours and plenty of ranchers and farmers who call this quaint, mountainous desert town their home. Oracle homes for sale present a connection to the Old West. The history of Oracle is as rich as the history of the state of Arizona, and houses one of the oldest post offices in the state. The nearby metropolis of Tucson offers all of the luxuries and amenities that a nearby major city can. Just ask any of the many residents, and they will tell you that they would not trade their free-range, ranching lifestyle in for anything.

Established in the 1960s, Green Valley, Arizona has become a preferred community for active adults. Most of the town’s nearly 20,000 residents are over 55, although Green Valley is not specifically designed for retirees. Many folks were drawn here by the striking contrasts of geography and climate which in Arizona are almost unique to the Green Valley area. Located about a half hour’s drive from Tucson, Green Valley homes for sale are located in an area that has an ideal climate for recreation. The town boasts a dozen recreation centers which offer a variety of sports activities and classes, and more than 20 heated swimming pools. There are seven golf courses in Green Valley including Haven Golf, southern Arizona’s only par-3 nine-hole course. Emergency medical care, several medical and dental clinics and numerous long-term assisted living centers operate within the city’s perimeter. Plus, Tucson International Airport is about twenty miles to the north, so visiting friends and family across the country is a breeze.

If you take a close look at Tucson, Arizona you’ll find the community of Marana, located northwest of the city. Take a closer peek there, and you’ll find Dove Mountain homes for sale in a development that has nothing short of excellence in all of its amenities. You have Honeybee Canyon in the Tortolita Mountains, the Saguaro Forest, and Canyon Pass, as incredible views and territory for investigating nature. As a premier golf community, you’re in the company of championship players. Between the greens and the Gallery Sports Club, you’ll feel like the clubhouse is your second home - its only a few feet away. Houses here are incredibly spacious and amply show what it’s like to live like a king or queen. Developments such as the Residences at Ritz-Carlton even have valet and concierge services, so you never need to worry about too little time for too many errands. Dove Mountain eases everything!

Peacefully tucked within the foothills of the rugged Tucson Mountains, Continental Reserve is a one of a kind community, bordered by the majestic 60,000 acres of Saguaro National Park. Designed to incorporate the natural beauty of its surroundings, this amazing area brings together ideal family living, with unlimited recreation. With miles and miles of spectacular Sonoran landscape residents are awarded a lifestyle unlike any other. Stepping outside your door you’ll find equestrian trails, hiking and biking paths and a spectacular community park. Those looking for a little more relaxed recreation will love the sights and sounds of the blooming desert, with is fabulous collect of wildlife, birds, annuals, native flowers and cacti.

As you would expect, Continental Reserve homes for sale are equally amazing. With a wide assortment of styles and sizes, you’re bound to find exactly what you’re looking for, and at prices designed to fit almost any budget. From the outstanding single-family pool properties to the breathtaking Santa Fe estates overlooking the greenbelt, Continental Reserve is the ultimate Arizona living experience. Stop by today and share the unspoiled wonder of Tucson’s finest community

Combining the ideal climate with an amazingly beautiful location, Tucson’s Continental Ranch is perfect for singles and families of all ages, looking for a safe and secure place to call home. Designed for the active lifestyle, this amazing master-planned community offers an almost unlimited amount of recreation including championship golf, tennis, soccer and baseball fields and an outstanding number of family parks. Its proximity to Tucson adds another dimension of activities ranging from exciting college sports to the sophistication and elegance of world-class dining, live theater and top-name entertainment. Simply put, Continental Ranch offers something for every member of the family.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned investor, there’s never been a better time to explore your Continental Ranch homes for sale. Singles and retirees appreciate the selection of top-quality two-bedroom homes, while growing families will love the extra space and comforts of the three-, four- and even five-bedroom models available. Toss in amenities like custom granite counters, designer kitchens, master suites and multi-car garages, and it’s easy to understand Continental Ranch’s universal appeal. Stop by and see what Continental Ranch has to offer. It could be the best decision your family ever makes.