Relocating
Moving to Tucson and Southern Arizona
By Trameze Jones, REALTOR® · Last updated Nov 2026
Trameze Jones works in Pima, Cochise, and Santa Cruz counties from the OMNI Homes International office in Tucson. Prices differ a lot by area: Redfin's July – September 2026 medians run from $284,864 in Green Valley to $689,169 in the Catalina Foothills.
How do the areas compare on price and pace?
| Area | Median sale price | vs. a year earlier | Homes sold | Median days on market | Sale-to-list | Months of supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson | $315,850 | −1.3% | 1152 | 66 | 98.4% | 4.9 |
| Oro Valley | $524,750 | −1.0% | 236 | 82 | 97.6% | 4.3 |
| Marana | $434,693 | +7.3% | 387 | 75 | 98.6% | 4.3 |
| Catalina Foothills | $689,169 | +1.8% | 224 | 76 | 97.2% | 4.8 |
| Vail | $454,783 | +13.7% | 56 | 81 | 98.6% | 6.1 |
| Sahuarita | $345,735 | +2.2% | 188 | 67 | 98.7% | 5.4 |
| Green Valley | $284,864 | +7.5% | 195 | 81 | 97.4% | 6 |
| Sierra Vista | $314,850 | +5.5% | 181 | 55 | 98.5% | 3.3 |
| Rio Rico | $279,867 | +0.7% | 85 | 100 | 98.0% | 6.1 |
Source: Redfin Data Center, city data, rolling 3 months, July 1 – September 30, 2026. Updated by Redfin October 7, 2026. Downloaded November 2, 2026. See the market snapshot for more areas.
What costs should a newcomer plan for?
- Insurance: the Arizona Daily Star reported an average premium of $2,225 and an average property tax bill of $1,950 on Sep 21, 2026. Arizona home insurance
- Property tax: in Pima County, the first half is due Nov 1. Pima County property tax
- Loans and rates: Tucson mortgage rates · conforming loan limit
Can I buy before I move?
Yes. A written buyer agreement comes first. Trameze sends closed sales and days on market for the homes you are looking at, and the inspection period (BINSR) is used for repairs and credits. Plan at least one visit to drive the commute at the hours you would actually drive it.
What I would personally do when relocating
I would pick two or three areas from the table, then compare closed sales in each at my price, not the list prices. I would read the HOA rules and the insurance quote before the inspection period ends, because both change the monthly cost.
Which community fits · Oro Valley vs. Marana · All communities
Want to talk it through?
Call or text (520) 244-5692, or book a free 30-minute consult with Trameze Jones, REALTOR®, OMNI Homes International.