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Tucson, AZ
Overview
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Tucson is a city located in Pima County in the State of Arizona. Tucson is located approximately 115 miles southeast of Phoenix. Tucson is the largest city in southern Arizona and the second largest in the state, only to Phoenix. According to the 2004 Census, Tucson's population was estimated at 521,605. Tucson is sometimes known as "The Old Pueblo."
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Geography
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Tucson is 2389 ft above sea level located on the Santa Cruz River. Tucson is surrounded by five sets of mountains: to the north of Tucson are the Tortolita Mountains. To the south of Tucson are the Santa Rita Mountains. To the east of Tucson are the Rincon Mountains and to the West are the Tucson Mountains. The Santa Catalina Mountains also surround the city of Tucson.
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Climate
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Spring and Fall are considered minor seasons in Tucson with Summer and Winter being the major seasons. Summer in Tucson typically starts in May and lasts through to October with daytime temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, Tucson experiences mild winters with daytime highs in the mid to upper 60 degrees F. Tucson is a popular destination for people with heath conditions such as respiratory illnesses and arthritis due to it's dry climate.
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Housing
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Tucson offers a wide variety of real estate options from condominiums to golf properties. Real estate in Tucson is on the rise. In 2004 over 29K homes were sold. In December of 2004 the average new construction price was $228,150 and the averge resale price reached $188,084.
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Things To Do
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Tucson is home to several parks, golf courses, and fishing lakes. A few points of interest include the Tucson Botanical Gardens and the Saguaro National Park. The well-known Tucson Gem & Mineral Show is held every February. Other cultural events in Tucson are the Fourth Avenue Street Fair and the Tucson Rodeo. For the art enthusists Tucson offers several museums such as the University of Arizona Art Museum, just to name a few. Regardless of your lifestyle, Tucson is the place for you.
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Tucson Real Estate Links
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