The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 85748 sells for about $357,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 29 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,650 a month.
ZIP 85748
The housing market in 85748 is currently balanced, characterized by modest year-over-year price growth and a stable inventory level. While half of active listings have seen price cuts, this reflects a normalization of the market rather than a downturn, with buyers and sellers finding common ground at current price points.
This ZIP is ideal for families and older adults seeking a quieter, suburban lifestyle with proximity to natural amenities and a slightly higher median income profile than the city core.
Median prices moved up 1.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 29 days on market with 3.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
50% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.3% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 5.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 85748, Pima County AZ
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime in the 85748 area is generally lower than the Tucson city average, with the region benefiting from its suburban location on the eastern edge of the city.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of the Tucson Unified School District, which maintains a mix of ratings; local schools are generally considered stable and community-focused.
The area faces moderate risks related to extreme heat and occasional flash flooding during monsoon season, typical for the Sonoran Desert environment.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Tucson metro area, with major employment anchors in aerospace, defense, and the University of Arizona, alongside steady residential infill.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arizona) — Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze): Provides a 'freeze' on the valuation of the property for tax purposes, limiting the growth of the property tax burden for eligible seniors. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: The tax is calculated by applying an assessment ratio to the property's Limited Property Value (LPV). For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: Property tax is calculated using the formula: (Full Cash Value or Limited Property Value) x Assessment Ratio = Net Assessed Value. The Net Assessed Value is then multiplied by the local tax rate. For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Delinquent Property Tax Lien Sale and 3-Year Redemption Foreclosure: The county treasurer sells a tax lien certificate via public auction to the investor bidding the lowest annual rate of interest (ranging from 16% down to 0% per annum under A.R.S. § 42-18114). State (Arizona) — Statutory Residential Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $400,000 of equity in an owner-occupied primary dwelling from attachment, execution, and forced sale arising from unsecured civil judgment liens.
Residents typically face a 25-35 minute commute to downtown Tucson or the University of Arizona area, primarily via major arterial roads like Speedway Boulevard.
The area offers excellent access to outdoor recreation, including proximity to Saguaro National Park East, numerous desert hiking trails, and local community parks.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from students and professionals, with moderate vacancy pressure and a limited but present supply of single-family rentals.
The economy is anchored by the Tucson metro area's focus on aerospace, defense, education, and healthcare, with significant employment provided by Raytheon and the University of Arizona.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with major east-west corridors providing access to the broader Tucson metropolitan area.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and small-scale commercial expansion along major arterial roads.
Parcels are subject to Pima County property taxes and various school district levies, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and monsoon-related flood risks, with standard market availability.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates and DHC profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides extensive hiking trails and scenic desert landscapes directly bordering the ZIP.
A major community hub featuring sports fields, walking paths, and a recreation center.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.