Barrio Viejo Homes for Sale — Tucson, AZ
Tucson's most storied historic district and one of the largest concentrations of 19th-century adobe architecture in the United States.
Key facts
- Jurisdiction
- Tucson, Arizona — incorporated city, Pima County
- Average sale price
- $590,000
- Price range
- $375K – $1.1M
- School district
- TUSD (Carrillo K-5 Magnet, Safford K-8, Tucson High)
- Approximate population
- ~2,000
- Approximate number of homes
- ~900 homes
What defines this area
- 19th-century Sonoran adobe row houses
- National Register Historic District (1977)
- Historic Preservation Zone — no HOA, strict design review
- Vibrantly painted 'Painted Ladies' facades
- Walk to El Tiradito shrine & Mercado San Agustín
- Steps from downtown, 4th Avenue & Tucson Convention Center
About Barrio Viejo
Tucson's most storied historic district and one of the largest concentrations of 19th-century adobe architecture in the United States. Built between the 1860s and the early 1900s and tucked just south of downtown, Barrio Viejo is defined by its iconic Sonoran-style row houses, vibrantly painted adobe facades, and a tight-knit, intensely walkable urban fabric. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977 and protected as a City of Tucson Historic Preservation Zone since 1978, the barrio offers a homeownership experience that simply doesn't exist anywhere else in Arizona.
Barrio Viejo is an urban neighborhood in the City of Tucson, on the central side of metro Tucson, Arizona, served by TUSD (Carrillo K-5 Magnet, Safford K-8, Tucson High). Homes trade in the $375K – $1.1M range, with an average sale price of $590,000 across roughly 900 homes and a population of about 2,000. Kyle Berglund, REALTOR® at Tierra Antigua Realty, represents buyers and sellers here — call (520) 250-8904.
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Frequently asked questions
What city is Barrio Viejo in?
Barrio Viejo is in the City of Tucson, Arizona. Jurisdiction: Tucson, Arizona — incorporated city, Pima County.
What is the average home price in Barrio Viejo, Tucson?
The average sale price in Barrio Viejo is approximately $590,000, with homes generally ranging from $375K – $1.1M. These are rounded, long-run estimates drawn from historical MLSSAZ, Zillow ZHVI, and Redfin data for general orientation — not a current-month figure. Averages are means and can be skewed by a small number of high-value sales, so individual home values vary materially.
What school district serves Barrio Viejo?
Barrio Viejo is served by TUSD (Carrillo K-5 Magnet, Safford K-8, Tucson High). Confirm exact school assignments by specific address, as boundaries can change.
Is Barrio Viejo a good place to live?
Barrio Viejo is an urban neighborhood in the City of Tucson, on the central side of metro Tucson, Arizona, known for 19th-century Sonoran adobe row houses, National Register Historic District (1977), Historic Preservation Zone — no HOA, strict design review, Vibrantly painted 'Painted Ladies' facades. Tucson's most storied historic district and one of the largest concentrations of 19th-century adobe architecture in the United States. It has an approximate population of ~2,000 across roughly ~900 homes.
What kind of homes are for sale in Barrio Viejo?
Barrio Viejo is an urban submarket where homes generally trade between $375K – $1.1M, with an average sale price of $590,000.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Barrio Viejo?
Kyle Berglund, a licensed Arizona REALTOR® (License #SA668710000) at Tierra Antigua Realty, specializes in Barrio Viejo and the greater Tucson area. Call (520) 250-8904 or email contact@kyleberglund.com for a free consultation.