Oro Valley

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Oro Valley, AZ

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A desert landscape with stunning mountain views.

Outdoor Adventure Biotech Industry Hiking Mountain Views Desert Landscape

Prospectors nicknamed Oro Valley the "Valley of Gold," and while they didn't find the precious metal, they did discover a spectacular landscape. Surrounded by mountains, Oro Valley is rich with outdoor adventure, ranging from rock-climbing, caving, and hiking to horseback riding and bicycling. The desert landscape is tinged with gold, from its rugged mountains to its sand dunes. Be sure to visit Catalina State Park, a 5,493-acre park featuring several hiking trails, including the Romero Ruin Trail, which leads through an important archaeological site -- the remains of a Hohokam village.

But it isn't just a stunning landscape that will entice you to rent an apartment in Oro Valley. This fast-growing city is quickly emerging as a hub for the biotech industry and is home to several pharmaceutical companies and medical campuses. Businesses located in or near Oro Valley include Honeywell, Roche Pharmaceuticals, and Sanofi-Aventis. Oro Valley is just 14 miles north of Downtown Tucson, providing even more opportunity for residents.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Oro Valley, AZ is $1,124 for one bedroom, $1,487 for two bedrooms, and $1,701 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oro Valley has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,124/month
711 Sq Ft
House
$2,515/month
2,028 Sq Ft
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Transportation

22

Car-Dependent

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Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

44

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Painted Sky Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

389 Students

9
out of 10

Richard B Wilson Jr School

Public

Grades PK-8

838 Students

8
out of 10

Richard B Wilson Jr School

Public

Grades PK-8

838 Students

8
out of 10

Canyon Del Oro High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,691 Students

7
out of 10

Ironwood Ridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,556 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Honey Bee Canyon Park
  • Linda Vista Park
  • Catalina State Park
  • Arthur Pack Regional park
  • Tohono Chul Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Tucson International

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