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Marana, AZ Real Estate News

By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Homes for Sale in Continental Ranch - In the Middle of Everything Marana! Continental Ranch is a part of Marana, AZ, just minutes north of Tucson west of I-10.  With the newer Twin Peaks Interchange, getting to and from Continental Ranch is a part of Marana, AZ, just minutes north of Tucson west of I-10.  There are several homes on the market in this master-planned community in the middle of "everything" Marana.  Parks, Theaters, Library, shopping, fine dining, fast food, health facilities, offices, outdoor sports and recreation, hiking, walking...Continental Ranch in Marana, AZ is truly a convenient and beautiful place to live.Currently, homes for sale range from 1152 sq. feet to 3121 and have up to 5 bedrooms and 3 baths.  Continental Ranch has two community pools, but many of the lot...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Gladden Farms in Marana, AZ - 2011 April Market Statistics - Homes for Sale 128 Homes in Gladden Farms are the focus of this month's market analysis for the Marana neighborhood, just minutes north of Tucson, AZ.  Inventory is up from January/February, when 110 homes were actively listed.31 homes are currently ACTIVE and for sale in Marana (Tucson) AZOf those ACTIVE, 6 of the 31 are NEW CONSTRUCTIONWay up are the ACTIVE CAPA homes, moving from just 4 to 10 currently ACTIVE CAPA - meaning the owners would like a better offer and are still accepting contract offers20 homes are ACTIVE contingent with accepted contracts and are going through Escrow7 are PENDING close of escrow, with all contingencies fulfilled60 homes have SOLD in the past six monthsFrom these statistics, you can see Gladden...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Celebrate Earth Day at Ironwood Forest! On Saturday, April 16, restoration work will be taking place at a trouble spot in the Ironwood Forest National Monument. Volunteers will be digging holes, mixing soil and installing growing beds for Ironwood and Palo Verde trees. The site is located on the North Side of the Waterman Mountains off Avra Valley Road.  Folks are meeting at the Avra Valley Airport at 7:30 a.m. and the day ends at by 12 noon. If you'd like to help, bring plenty of water, sunscreen, gloves, and tools!  Be sure to wear clothing appropriate for the weather and area.You can rsvp here: Lahsha at 628-2092 or lahsha@ironwoodforest.org   They need to know you are coming.  To get to the airport: I-10 and Exit#242 (Avra Valley Road) Travel west about 5 miles and the airport will ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Marana Bluegrass Music & Arts Festival - Things to do in Marana Spring is Bustin' Out in Marana in a Bluegrass Music & Arts Festival!  In two weeks, April 9 - 10, 2011, the Crossroads at Silverbell Park in Marana hosts a weekend-long event from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The festival will be highlighting some of the SW Desert's finest artists and bluegrass musicians!  One of a kind handmade works, arts & crafts, kids activities, music and more will be featured this entire weekend.To find the event, take the Cortaro Exit off I-10, just north of Tucson. Travel west and you'll see the signs at the Southeast corner of Silverbell and Cortaro Roads. For a complete lineup of musical talent and artisans, click here to see the Marana Festival lineup.  While you're at the park, take in the sights and beaut...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Buying a Home in Rancho Marana - A Lovely Marana, AZ Community Rancho Marana subdivision is an area of newer homes about five minutes west of Tangerine and I-10.  This is a master-planned area of Marana that was hit hard by FEMA flood plain zoning a few years back, as well as the recession's effect on housing in the area. But Rancho Marana and nearby Gladden Farms is worth a drive by.  Richmond American, Meritage  (GREEN homes!), and Pulte are all back at work busy building up the community.  Resale homes are at amazing prices for buyers as well.Currently, in Rancho Marana, there are several homes available.  These are 2, 3, and four bedroom homes for sale with contemporary styling in an active home-owner association community.  Pride of ownership abounds. The homes are one and two stor...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ - 2011 Market Statistics - Homes for SaleHere's a look back on the first two months of 2011 and what is happening in the real estate market in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ 110 homes are listed on the Tucson Area MLS, up from last quarter's number of 8634 homes are ACTIVE listings and for saleOf those ACTIVE listings, 5 are NEW CONSTRUCTION4 homes are ACTIVE Capa and hoping to receive a better offer15 homes are ACTIVE Contingent and have accepted contracts11 are PENDING and just awaiting close of escrow with all contingencies fulfilled46 homes have SOLD in the past six monthsThis tells us that Gladden Farms is a growing community with many properties under contract, nearing close of escrow, or recently closed. Builders in the area include names such as Lennar, Rich...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Tucson and Marana, AZ - Oxymorons and Other Picturesque Things! No, I'm not any sort of photographer, but I was going through my camera this week and decided to share.  A couple were sights I don't usually see around town. First - WGC Accenture Match Play 2011 has completed its run, and the champion has been named.  All that's left is for everyone to pack up and go home.  Dove Mountain, where the golfing took place, is a part of Marana near Tortolita Mountains.  If you squint at the photo, you can see the housing up near the foothills.  It's a scenic, restful location with mid-priced, adult living, and luxury homes available.  Please contact me if you'd like more information about buying or selling in this area! Now, imagine yourself taking the photograph, and turning completely around,...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Up, Up, and Away to Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ One of my favorite songs from my childhood... "The world's a nicer place in my beautiful balloonIt wears a nicer face in my beautiful balloonWe can sing a song and sail along the silver skyFor we can fly we can flyUp, up and away"   I'm certain that's one of the reasons why Gladden Farms, Marana AZ feels like home to me. Gladden Farms is just north of Tucson along Interstate Hwy 1-10, heading west on Tangerine Farms road. The hot air balloons have been dotting the morning skies of Marana this past month.  Since moving to Marana, I've seen as many as 6 in the sky at one time.  The following is a photo I snapped taking my daughter to school one day last week. Tours are available for up to 8 people, and you can plan on a balloon adventure takin...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Life's Little Pleasures This has been an interesting morning so far.  Today is catch-up day on the computer - read the emails, do the home searches, keep in touch with my SOI, etc. So my daughter missed the bus.  I had her make me a pot of coffee (necessary to have a cup for the 20 minute drive) and I got up and did my hair.  Along the way, the sky was incredibly cloudy, and brilliant in its shadows and sunlight peaking through the fluffy masses.  If you look really hard, you can see the Marana Balloon businesses taking flight.  There were two up this morning, which always leaves me with a light-hearted feeling. I came home to my computer, and began my work day. One of my emails from a client contained a link to a YouTube video. She'd sent it a week ago, but I just didn't have time.  I ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Neighborhood Pizza Delivery In Marana, AZ So yesterday for Valentine's Day, my daughter dressed up in red and went down to help the local pizza man sell heart shaped pizza's for the "holiday".  I stopped in to get a few photos. It's pretty cool.  If you live in Marana, you might see his bright red "food truck" parked alongside your street or community.  Papa Murphy's delivers to Marana, AZ. Here's his delivery schedule. Mondays - Gladden Farms Tuesday - Red Rock Wednesday - Avra Valley Thursday - Picture Rocks Friday - Parties and functions Coupons seems to be everywhere, and every time you purchase, you get another coupon, so it's an ongoing thing. So far, we've tried the two topping thin crust pizzas,  the Chicken Bacon Artichode deLITE, the supreme, and some desert creations like Smo...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Please join me at the Marana Can Do - Saturday, February 5, 2011 ! A few weeks back I ran a little story on the Marana Can Do 5K Race and 1 Mile Stroll coming up, and I just want to refresh your memory! I went through my pantry last night to load up my bag of non-perishable items each person must bring for their entry.  I find it amazing how much hot chocolate one can store on their shelves. The Marana Can Do 5K website can be found here. The Marana Can Do 5K list of food items can be found here! If you are athletic, you can register to "race" the officially timed event.  If you're like me, you'll find me near the back of the back strolling the 5K.  We will be walking around the entire "section" surrounding Ora Mae Harn Park, and will have a lovely view of the Mountains to the east and ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Ever feel like just taking a drive or doing a little country exploration? Here's a great one - travel west to The Ironwood Forest - Things to Do Near Tucson I took a little drive out west last week for a bit of R and R - and the Ironwood Forest - National Monument is a great place to get away from it all! You can follow Silverbell out to find it - perhaps your most direct route would be to take the Marana Road Exit going north out of Tucson on I-10.  Then, head west.  The road west is called Marana Road, or Trico Marana Road, and it eventually intersects with Silverbell.  (It takes about 20 minutes) All in all, from the Circle K to pavement end, it was just under 16 miles west.  After that, the road gets progressively worse, and isn't the best for a luxury vehicle such as I drove my fir...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
5K and 1 Mile Stroll - Things to do in Marana One of the assets of living in the Marana area, adjacent to Tucson, AZ, is the Marana Parks and Recreation department.  They do an outstanding job of planning and holding community events, and sending out public news announcements so that the events are well-populated. Coming up, is the Marana Can-Do 5K and 1-Mile Stroll. If you've just begun a new fitness program with your 2011 New Year Resolution, this is a good event to get started with a Healthy 2011! The event takes place Saturday, February 5 at 9 a.m. at Ora Mae Harn Park in Marana Entry fee is one bag of non-perishable food for the Marana Community Food Bank You can register through email! Just send an email to MaranaCanDo5K@comcast.net with this information: First and Last Name Age G...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Setting a Good Example I've posted before about my 15.5 year old driving. The Gift of a Fresh Perspective.  It's a big thing - getting your teen ready and able to sit behind the wheel on their own.  After all, we all want a safe, Healthy 2011. In the Marana School District, driver's training classes are no longer required, and as my daughter's schedule is packed with advanced core classes, drama, music and online courses, the obvious choice was for my husband and I to teach her. My husband is a retired NYPD, so I figured that's helpful.  And if not a perfect driver (I'm trying harder now, really I am) I have logged over 1,000,000 miles in my lifetime. I have this habit of driving down roads just to see what's there, and then coloring in the map... At anyrate, driving is a hobby, as well...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Happy New Year Rancho Marana, Marana AZ!Rancho Marana and Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ nestle amidst sprawling cotton fields just a few minutes north of Tucson west of the 1-10 corridor. Currently, there are 16 homes on the market in Rancho Marana, Marana, AZ, half of which are new construction, including the Solara GREEN homes. Some of the Green Features include: Energy Efficient, Energy Star Appliances; Energy Star Light Pkg; Energy Star Windows; HERS Rating; Low E DP Windows; Solar Hot Water System; Solar PV System. Water Efficient: Dual-Flush Toilets; Low Flow Faucets and Showerhead, and more. Rancho Marana is an affordable neighborhood, with prices ranging from $112,900 to $250,000. Floor plans include 2 and 3, and 4 bedroom homes with attached 2 car garages. Sizes range from 1246 to ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Happy New Year San Lucas, Marana AZ! San Lucas, Marana, AZ is a master-planned community just a few minutes north of Tucson along the 1-10 corridor. Mountain views and sprawling parks surround neighborhoods of contemporary 1 and 2-story homes with low-care desert landscaping. Currently, there are 14 homes on the market, half of which are new construction.  It's an affordable neighborhood, with prices ranging from $100,000 to just over $200,000. Floor plans include 3 and 4, even 5 bedroom homes for sale with attached 2 and 3 car garages. Sizes range from 1448 to 2728 sq. feet. For a list of available homes, click on the link to see the mls listing of homes for sale in San Lucas, Marana, AZ.  If you are living in the area and would like a market analysis of your home's value, or wish to s...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Marana's Beat Back Buffelgrass Day is February 5, 2011 Who:  You!  All ages, children must be 12 and older, accompanied by an adult. What:  Volunteers needed for Fourth Annual Buffelgrass Day When: February 5, 2011, 8 a.m. to noon Where:  Near Continental Ranch.  Take the Twin Peaks Road exit from I-10, go west.  Turn north on Coachline Road.  Follow signs to a dirt road - you'll see the Buffelgrass Day sign on the north Side of the road. Why:  Buffelgrass is an invasive plant, growing very densely, crowding out vegetation and raising the risk of fire. Native trees and shrubs will be planted after the buffelgrass removal.  Marana needs your help!  Participants are asked to bring their own work gloves and snacks, shovels, etc.  Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.  Bring sunscreen! For ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ - 4th Quarter Market Statistics - Homes for SaleHere's a look back on the last quarter of 2010 and a market report for activity in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZIt involves the months October 2010 through December 2010. 86 homes are listed on the Tucson Area MLS38 homes are ACTIVE listings and for saleOf those ACTIVE listings, 6 are NEW CONSTRUCTION3 homes are ACTIVE Capa and hoping to receive a better offer9 homes are ACTIVE Contingent and have accepted contracts12 are PENDING and just awaiting close of escrow with all contingencies fulfilled24 homes have SOLD in the past three monthsThere are many builders in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ including Miramonte, Lennar, Richmond American, Hillcraft, and Pulte.  Most homes were built in 2005 or later, so it is an area of ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
San Lucas, Marana AZ - Concert Series in the Park - Things to Do in Marana I received an email notification that I was real excited to share with the residents and neighbors of the beautiful San Lucas Subdivision of Marana, AZ. San Lucas is located just off I-10, about 12-13 minutes north of the intersection of Cortaro Farms and I-10, north of Tucson, AZ.  It's a rapidly-growing master-planned community filled with beautiful homes, parks, walking trails, and gorgeous views.  Looking for things to do in Marana AZ? A recent partnership between the San Lucas Community in Marana, AZ and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance will allow a wonderful concert series.  From this weekend through May 2011, the second Sunday of each month will feature a different musical experience!  Admissi...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Happy New Year Marana, AZ - Homes for Sale in Gladden Farms Happy New Year Marana, AZ ! Taking a moment to wish the residents of Marana, AZ a most prosperous new year filled with health and happiness. If you are not a resident of the area, I invite you to explore the homes of the Gladden Farms Subdivision.  Gladden Farms is a master-planned community just north of Tucson, along I-10.  These beautiful neighborhoods took a hard hit during the recession and property values dropped due to FEMA flood plain changes, (now resolved) lack of businesses, and other economic factors. But things are looking up for Marana.  Walgreens and Fry's have development plans, and the beautiful Marana Health Center is nearing completion nearby.  New construction neighborhoods are working long hours, and Pulte ...
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