Cortaro Ranch — Marana, AZ
Cortaro Ranch is a subdivision of roughly 350 single-family homes in the Town of Marana, on the northwest side of metropolitan Tucson, laid out north of Cortaro Farms Road in the 85742 ZIP code. Almost all of it went up in one run: 48 of the last 50 closings were built between 1999 and 2004, with two later infill homes from 2012 and 2022, so the plans, setbacks and street layout are consistent across the whole subdivision rather than phased over decades. The stock is detached production housing in single- and two-story plans running from about 1,060 to 2,840 square feet — the median close is near 1,590 — generally three to five bedrooms with two- or three-car garages, on homesites averaging about a sixth of an acre and reaching a quarter-acre at the larger end. Mountain views are a recurring feature of the homesites along the subdivision's edges. Recreation here is park-based rather than club-based, and there is no community pool: the neighborhood park inside the subdivision carries a basketball court and a children's play area, and the Tortolita Mountains and the west unit of Saguaro National Park are each a drive away for hiking and biking. Cortaro Farms Road runs along the south edge, Interstate 10 at the Cortaro Road interchange is roughly a mile southwest with the Arizona Pavilions retail center beside it, and downtown Tucson is about 12 miles southeast. Homes are served by the Marana Unified School District; confirm attendance assignments by address. Homes have historically traded from about $300,000 to $445,000, with an average closed price near $368,000. The Cortaro Ranch Community Association governs the common areas but publishes no community-wide assessment, so confirm current dues, what they cover, and the recorded CC&Rs on a specific parcel before writing an offer.
Key facts
- Jurisdiction
- Marana, Arizona — incorporated town, Pima County
- Average sale price
- $368,000
- Price range
- $300K – $445K
- School district
- Marana USD
- Year built
- 1999–2004
- Total homes
- ~350 homes
- HOA fee
- Mandatory — dues not published; confirm by parcel
What defines this area
- ~350 detached homes built between 1999 and 2004
- Single- and two-story production floor plans
- Plans roughly 1,060–2,840 sq ft, median close near 1,590
- Homesites averaging about a sixth of an acre
- Two- and three-car garages
- Neighborhood park with basketball court & play area
- No community pool — recreation is park-based
- North of Cortaro Farms Road in the Town of Marana
- About a mile from I-10 at the Cortaro Road interchange
- Marana USD attendance area
- Neighborhood park with a basketball court
- Children's play area at the park
- Mountain views from many homesites
- HOA-maintained common areas
- Interstate 10 access at Cortaro Road
- Arizona Pavilions retail beside the interchange
About Cortaro Ranch
Cortaro Ranch sits in the Town of Marana, on the northwest side of metro Tucson, zoned to Marana USD. It holds roughly 350 homes built 1999–2004, with HOA dues around Mandatory — dues not published; confirm by parcel and homes priced $300K – $445K (average $368,000).
Community amenities
- Neighborhood park with a basketball court
- Children's play area at the park
- Mountain views from many homesites
- HOA-maintained common areas
- Interstate 10 access at Cortaro Road
- Arizona Pavilions retail beside the interchange
Other Marana subdivisions
- Gladden Farms — average $410,000
- Continental Ranch — average $355,000
- Continental Reserve — average $455,000
- Tangerine Crossing — average $587,000
- Saguaro Ranch — average $1,225,000
- Sonoran Ranch — average $420,000
- Saguaro Bloom — average $427,000
Frequently asked questions
What city is Cortaro Ranch in?
Cortaro Ranch is in Marana, the Town of Marana, Arizona — a separate municipality from the City of Tucson, in the Tucson metropolitan area. Jurisdiction: Marana, Arizona — incorporated town, Pima County.
What is the average home price in Cortaro Ranch?
The average sale price in Cortaro Ranch, a suburban community in Marana (Northwest metro Tucson), is approximately $368,000, with homes generally ranging from $300K – $445K. These are rounded, long-run estimates aggregated from MLSSAZ closed sales through the LiveBy data connection, over this subdivision's own boundary, for general orientation — not a current-month figure. Subdivision-level 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 Cortaro Ranch?
Cortaro Ranch is served by Marana USD. Confirm exact school assignments by specific address, as district boundaries can change.
Does Cortaro Ranch have an HOA, and how much are the fees?
Yes — Cortaro Ranch has a homeowners association; dues are listed as Mandatory — dues not published; confirm by parcel. HOA fees fund the community's shared amenities and common-area maintenance, so confirm current dues and what they cover with the management company before purchasing.
What amenities does Cortaro Ranch offer?
Cortaro Ranch offers neighborhood park with a basketball court, children's play area at the park, mountain views from many homesites, hoa-maintained common areas. It is a suburban community of roughly ~350 homes (homes built 1999–2004) with an approximate population of ~800.
Is Cortaro Ranch a good place to live?
Cortaro Ranch is a suburban master-planned subdivision within Marana, the Town of Marana, on the Northwest side of the Tucson metro. Cortaro Ranch is a subdivision of roughly 350 single-family homes in the Town of Marana, on the northwest side of metropolitan Tucson, laid out north of Cortaro Farms Road in the 85742 ZIP code. Homes typically list between $300K – $445K, with an average sale price of $368,000.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Cortaro Ranch?
Kyle Berglund, a licensed Arizona REALTOR® (License #SA668710000) at Tierra Antigua Realty, specializes in Cortaro Ranch, Marana, and the greater Tucson area, including the Town of Marana. Call (520) 250-8904 or email contact@kyleberglund.com for a free consultation.