Casas del Oro Norte, Tucson, Arizona | Homes, HOA Fees, Amenities

Gated 55+ Neighborhood of Casas del Oro Norte in Tucson, Arizona Has Single Story Town Homes, Golf Course Views and Plenty of Sunshine

This 55+ community is a gated enclave which lies completely within the boundaries of the Omni Tuscon National Golf Course and Spa. Casas Del Oro Norte is governed by Pima County and is only minutes from Highway 10, Casas Adobes and Oro Valley. It was built between 1969 and 1981.

The 130 town homes of Casas Del Oro Norte have a decidedly Southwestern appeal with water wise landscaping, masonry construction, and open floor plans. All units have two to three bedrooms and a two-car garage. Sizes range from 1,800 square feet to almost 3,200 square feet. Some plans include a home office or den, energy efficient built-in appliances, master bedrooms with sliding doors, covered patios, and spacious backyards. Although most homes were built in the 1970s, many have been upgraded or renovated with the newest of appliances, new air conditioning units, granite counter tops, and Travertine tiles.

Prices range from the low-$200,000s to the high-$300,000s. The HOA fees are about $180 per year. Please verify these prices with a Realtor as they may change.

Home ownership in Casas Del Oro Norte does not include membership in the Omni Tuscon National Resort. That does not mean residents can not enjoy views of lush, green fairways or visit the resort’s restaurant, its two championship golf courses, its well-equipped pro shop or its game practice areas. Even for those not interested in golf, Casas Del Oro Norte does have some welcome benefits – park space, a ramada, and a heated pool. Neighbors often convene for tennis round robins, holiday activities, card games, and cook-outs.

Because it is conveniently located in the middle of Tucson’s northern suburbs, Casas Del Oro Norte residents have access to a wealth of amenities. The nearby Foothills Mall currently has eight restaurants, ninety outlets and shops, as well as a movie multiplex. The Casas Adobes Plaza has fine dining, galleries, and upscale boutiques.

Tucson is Arizona’s second largest city, has a rich variety of museums and theaters, as well. For those who love collegiate sports, the University of Arizona Wildcats field a wide array of teams – from men’s basketball to women’s softball. The city also has women’s football, two race tracks, AAA baseball, 120 parks, and five public golf courses.

Casas Del Oro Norte is surrounded by state and national parkland. To the east and rising 9000 feet from the desert floor, there is the Pusch Ridge Wilderness. Climbing the ridge to catch a clear, cool view of Tuscon is popular local activity. Also to the east, Catalina State Park sponsors camping, hiking, star parties, and the First Saturday Concert Series. To the west, Saguaro National Park is the home of the nation’s largest cacti and stunning desert sunsets. The park features equestrian trails and picnic areas.

Of the seven hospitals in the Tucson area, two have strong connections to the University of Arizona and its excellent medical program. Several are accredited by the Joint Commission.

The area around Tuscon is known for its cool winters and hot summers. The average annual high hovers around 85 degrees. The average annual low is about 58 degrees. Snowfall is non-existent, and annual rainfall averages less than 12 inches.”