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Why 1950s–60s Homes Are Having a Moment in Tucson

Homes built in the 1950s and 1960s are having a moment in Tucson, and it’s easy to see why. From desert-smart design to durable construction and livable floor plans, these mid-century homes continue to resonate with today’s buyers who value character, comfort, and connection to place.

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Buying a Home in Tucson

What Makes Buying a Home in Tucson a Smart Investment?

Buying a home in Tucson, Arizona, is about more than just affordability—it’s about lifestyle, long-term value, and putting down roots in a city that people genuinely love living in. Tucson continues to attract homebuyers for good reason. With its dramatic desert landscape, strong sense of community, growing job market, and relatively attainable home prices, many

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Old Beautiful Thai Temple wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya Historical Park

Palo Verde : Tucson’s Mid-Century Hidden Gem Neighborhood

Palo Verde Neighborhood in Tucson is one of Tucson’s “special”s. If great neighborhoods were people, Palo Verde in Tucson would be that friendly, slightly quirky neighbor who always waves, keeps an eye on your house when you’re out of town, and probably owns at least one very fashionable cactus. Nestled just northeast of downtown Tucson,

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Ball Paylore House, photographed by Maynard Parker, designed by architect Arthur T Brown

Architectural Highlight: Arthur T Brown

Arthur T. Brown — Tucson’s Pioneer of Passive Solar Architecture Arthur T Brown was a mid-century modern architect and a problem solver. He redefined how people built and lived in the Sonoran Desert in the mid 1900s. Decades before sustainability became a buzzword, Brown was creating energy-efficient homes that worked with the desert climate. His

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Architecture, Historic Tucson
Aerial view of blue tennis courts for sports recreational activity

Pickleball in Tucson: The Fastest-Growing Sport You Didn’t Know You Needed

Pickleball in Tucson: The Fastest Growing Sport You didn’t know youNeeded If you guessed the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. was extreme ironing or competitive snail racing, I regret to inform you that you’re incorrect. The actual answer is pickleball—a sport so addictive that even tennis players are switching teams. Why? Because it’s easier on

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El Tour de Tucson is one of the most premier cycling races in the country!

Tucson: A Cyclist’s Paradise

The Ultimate Guide to Cycling in Tucson: Survive, Thrive, and Avoid Goatheads on Your Route So, you’ve decided to cycle in Tucson. Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a two-wheeled adventure through the land of scorching sun, breathtaking desert views, and, most importantly, thorns that want to ruin your day. But fear not! With these

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Reviving Your Mid-Century Home: One Room at a Time

Introduction Homes from the mid-century era (1940s to 1960s) are packed with charm, character, and craftsmanship that can’t be replicated. Tucson is lucky to have so many neighborhoods brimming with these mid-century gems! Whether you’re living in a classic ranch, bungalow, or sleek mid-century modern, a little update here and there can make your home

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Tucson’s Music Scene: Where Every Night is a Concert

This city has music for everyone ! Whether you’re a musician in the making or just someone who thinks air-guitar should be an Olympic sport, Tucson’s got you covered with live music venues. The live music scene here is buzzing, with venues sprinkled all over the city ready to feed your soul with tunes. Downtown

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Old Tucson adobe homes.

Exploring Tucson’s Architecture Through Time and Style

Exploring Tucson’s Architecture: A Journey Through Time and Style If you’ve ever wandered through Tucson, you know this city has a vibe all its own. From the old adobe homes to sleek modern buildings, Tucson’s architecture is a fascinating blend that tells the story of its past and its future. We thought it would be

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Too Emotionally Connected to Sell

When The Love is Real (Estate)…

How selling your home can feel like ending a relationship There are a million ways in which real estate is like love. When you fall in love with a house, you can accept its flaws. You can even sacrifice your living habits to make it work. Over time, you become attached. Remember George Bailey’s resounding joy when he returns to his broken down house? The love is real.

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Advice for Buyers, Selling Real Estate