Established
in March 1964, Green Valley is an unincorporated adult retirement
community located 25 miles south of Tucson along I-19. This great retirement
town is situated in the fertile Santa Cruz River Valley at an elevation
of 2,900 feet.
Endless possibilities for a relaxed Southwestern Lifestyle await you in Green Valley. The amenit only begin with breath-taking mountain views in every direction. Green Valley is home to three local shopping centers where you will recognize such favorites as Safeway Foods and Walmart, plus a host of professional offices, shops and restaurants. You'll enjoy the interesting shopping in nearby Tubac Village and - for an Old World flavor - Nogales, Sonora Mexico is just minutes away.
Weather
Low humidity is the rule most of the year. Nighttime winter temperatures
in the 30's are not uncommon, but days are generally in the 60's or 70's.
Summer nights are usually breezy with 70's being the norm...days going
into the high 90's and 100+ are not uncommon. Lots of BLUE SKY and CLEAN
AIR.
Local Economy
Because of its retirement orientation, Green Valley is not dependent on
any one source of income. Major employment opportunities include the nearby
copper mines, Caterpillar Tractor, the Pecan industry, construction and
local service facilities. Its economy is further fueled by transfer funds,
Social Security, dividends, savings withdrawls and retirement benefits.
Recreational Facilities
Golf:
There are seven local courses ranging from traditional wide layouts to
tournament quality designs. These consist of four 18-hole course layouts
open to the public and three 18-hole private courses.
Swimming: More than twenty five pool
facilities are located throughout the community, many in concert with
health and fitness facilities.
Tennis: The tennis courts in Green
Valley range from small neighborhood cement courts to specially designed
facilities at centers run by GreenValley Recreation, Inc.
Bowling: One modern center with twenty
four lanes and automatic scoring machines.
Other Sports: Besides the traditional
sports, there are also facilities for shuffleboard, table tennis, and
other less strenuous recreational activities. Green Valley Recreation,
Inc. (GVR), effectively functions as a Parks and Recreation Department,
although it is a private non-profit membership organization. GVR provides
community-wide sports, recreation and leisure activities through six major
social center complexes and six neighborhood centers. Membership in GVR
is available based on the deed restrictions of each residential property.
Dale will provide details on the deed restrictions of local properties.
Reflections
The social fabric of the community is enhanced and strengthened by the active participation many have found in it's churches and places of worship, representing many faiths and denominations.
Transportation
Highways: Interstate 19
(US 89) with emergency roadside phone service available between Tucson
and Green Valley.
Bus: Citizen's Auto Stage offers eight
buses running daily
Airport: Tucson International Airport
is only 25 minutes north with shuttle service to and from Green Valley.
Government Services
Local: County Board of Supervisors
Office, a library, justice court and other governmental services, all
conveniently located at 601 N. La Canada Drive.
Green Valley Community Coordinating Council,
Inc. at 101-14B S. La Canada Drive: A cooperative governing
board of the local homeowners associations that govern Green Valley.
Police: Pima County Sheriff's Department
Substation, manned with twenty deputies and fifty five Sheriff's Auxiliary
Volunteers (SAV).
Fire: Green Valley Fire District contracts
with Rural Metro Fire Protection Company for fire, ambulance and paramedic
services with three stations locations.
Housing and Rentals
Home
sale prices range from $28,000 to $530,000.
In the area: Two full-service apartment
rental complexes, one mobile home community, two RV Parks.
Rentals: $350 and up for an unfurnished
unit on an annual basis. $1250 and up for a furnished unit on a peak (winter)
seasonal basis.
