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Douglas, AZ

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A charming border town with deep historical roots

Affordable Historic Quiet Mountain Views Rural Suburban

Located just north of the United States-Mexico border, Douglas is a charming small town rich with historic character. Established in 1901, Douglas’ past dates back to the late 1700s, when the Spanish Conquistadores founded the San Bernardino Presidio. Douglas honors its roots with an array of historic landmarks, including the Grand Theatre, Hotel Gadsden, Church Square, the Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, and the first international airport of the Americas: Douglas Municipal Airport.

Douglas blends the rural with the suburban, boasting vast stretches of cattle ranches in addition to numerous national retailers. Residents enjoy a peaceful atmosphere overall in Douglas, along with a broad selection of houses and apartments available for rent. Outdoor activities abound in Douglas, from its many local parks to the nearby Chiricahua National Monument. Route 80 connects Douglas to Bisbee and Pan American Avenue gets Douglas to Agua Prieta within minutes.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Douglas, AZ is $749 for one bedroom, $766 for two bedrooms, and $1,042 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Douglas has increased by 2.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$749/month
719 Sq Ft
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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

50

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Stevenson Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

390 Students

5
out of 10

Clawson School

Public

Grades PK-5

344 Students

4
out of 10

Joe Carlson Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

419 Students

3
out of 10

Sarah Marley School

Public

Grades PK-5

313 Students

2
out of 10

Paul H Huber Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

436 Students

3
out of 10

Ray Borane Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

387 Students

2
out of 10

Douglas High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,405 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Douglas Ranger District

Military Bases

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