Looking for small town feel, yet big city amenities? Vail, Arizona is minutes from Tucson metro area with less than 14,000 residents. It rests on the west slope of the gorgeous Rincon Mountains. The city is steeped in rich history of cowboys, Indians, and settlers who established Vail as an outpost over 100 years ago. This topped off by one of the top school districts in the state make Vail a must see for anybody moving to the area. Continue reading for more on Vail, Arizona…
I especially love the outdoor attractions in this area. Mica Mountain, and Rincon Peak tower over the city with the biggest neighbor to the east being Saguaro National Park. This provides a beautiful backdrop of nature and mountain sunset that take your breath away.
I’ve spent quite a lot of time camping, exploring, and picnicking in the area, no doubt you will too. Here’s a must see places in Vail:
- Colossal Cave Mountain Park
- Saguaro National Park
- Hacienda Del Lago Golf Club
- Cienega Creek
Click video for a tour of Vail, Arizona
When I moved here in 2009 there was little in the Vail area. There was no place to shop without travelling into Tucson. That’s all changed. Vail now has two shopping complexes. Between these two you can handle your banking, grocery shopping, and everyday needs without traveling into Tucson. They have a hospital now as well so really all your needs are taken care of.
You’re only minutes away should you need to commute to Tucson, . Access to I-10 is quick where you can reach any part of Tucson as though you lived in Tucson itself. This is why many career professionals working in Tucson, call Vail their home.
Need help with a home sale?
Give me a call at 520-344-3481. I’m not a high volume discount brokerage where you’re going to be left on your own to figure out forms or never know who’s going to pickup the phone.
You can count on me to pickup the phone, personally answer all your questions throughout the process, and not blindside you with complicated forms.
I help my clients every step of the way. This makes an otherwise stressful experience, fun, easy, and rewarding. Nobody’s clients do better than mine in the market.
Map of Vail School District Boundary
The city itself is unincorporated. Essentially, it’s Pima County. There’s no real boundary, except for where landlocked by existing incorporated cities or geographic areas. The school district is one of the biggest draws to the area, above you can see the boundaries for Vail School District.
Many people move to Vail not just for the beautiful setting, but also for the highly regarded school system. Vail has one of the most respected school districts in all of Arizona.
Need a personalized market update?
It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to buy, sell, or just curious. Use the form below to send me a few details and I’ll custom tailor an update based off what you want. For example; ask me, “Who sold for highest in Rancho De Lago community Vail, Arizona”. Or give me your address and I’ll give you my professional opinion on what it could sell for.
Brief History of Vail Arizona
Walter Vail moved to Arizona in the late 1870’s. Walter, originally from Nova Scotia, purchased Empire Ranch in 1876 from a Tucson businessman, Edward Fish, for $2000. There he built up a successful cattle ranching operation over the years to follow.
In 1879 Silver deposits were discovered on the ranch and by 1887 had yielded $500,000 that greatly aided in the expansion of the ranch. Tracks were being laid East of Tucson to extend the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1880. Walter dedicated land for the rail project. The railroad had the stop “Vail” named after him in recognition of his donation.
The train stop grew up over the years to later be christened as a town in 1893. Ten years later in 1903 Vail School District was founded to serve the families in the Area. The first schoolhouse built on a knoll by Pantano Wash on a Ranch Called Rancho Del Lago.
Today 13,604 people call Vail, Arizona their home (2020 census). The local community has grown dramatically from the once sleepy train stop donated by Walter, Vail and his family. It’s more than just a cattle ranching operation. Tucson has grow to include all the big city Amenities while the city of Vail lays nestled between multiple nature preserves. It’s no wonder this is one of the most highly desired places to live in Arizona.
Thinking about your next move?
Vail, Arizona is a beautiful community. I’m here to help you out every step of the way. I know my community and I know the market. I’ve been an full time agent here in Southern Arizona for over a decade. I help my clients every step of the way for nothing short of an exceptional experience.
So many folks think the time to contact their agent is when they need to sell a home. That might be the case with my competition. I help my clients prepare their home for market, get repairs completed, guide negotiations, optimize marketing, and customer service. I’m a one stop shop, that starts the day you so much as think about moving.
So don’t be shy, drop me a line today. I’d love to chat with you about selling your home.