Madera Highlands — Sahuarita, AZ
A master-planned Sahuarita community built out from the mid-2000s onward by D.R. Horton, Richmond American, and Meritage Homes, with Meritage's Arbor at Madera Highlands II actively selling new construction today.
Key facts
- Jurisdiction
- Sahuarita, Arizona — incorporated town, Pima County
- Average sale price
- $420,000
- Price range
- $300K – $550K
- School district
- Continental ESD (K-8) / Sahuarita USD (HS)
- Year built
- Mid-2000s–Present
- Total homes
- ~900 homes
- HOA fee
- ~$75/month (non-gated villages)
What defines this area
- ~900 homes by D.R. Horton, Richmond American & Meritage
- Mid-2000s onward — new construction still selling
- Sweeping Santa Rita Mountain views
- Community pool & neighborhood parks
- Tennis & basketball courts
- Paved walking & biking paths
- Cadden-managed HOA with gated & non-gated villages
- Quick I-19 access — 25 min to downtown Tucson
- Community pool
- Neighborhood parks & playgrounds
- Tennis courts
- Basketball courts
- Paved walking & biking paths
- HOA-maintained common areas & greenbelts
About Madera Highlands
A master-planned Sahuarita community built out from the mid-2000s onward by D.R. Horton, Richmond American, and Meritage Homes, with Meritage's Arbor at Madera Highlands II actively selling new construction today. The community sits along the eastern flank of I-19 with sweeping views of the Santa Rita Mountains and the white-marble cliff face above Green Valley. Roughly 900 single- and two-story Southwest contemporary homes range from about 1,400 to 3,000+ square feet across a series of villages — some gated, most not — all governed by the Madera Highlands Villages HOA under Cadden Community Management. Residents share a community pool, neighborhood parks, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and paved walking and biking paths, with quick I-19 access to Sahuarita's retail corridor north of the community, Green Valley to the south, and downtown Tucson roughly 25 minutes away.
Madera Highlands sits in the Town of Sahuarita, on the south side of metro Tucson, zoned to Continental ESD (K-8) / Sahuarita USD (HS). It holds roughly 900 homes built Mid-2000s–Present, with HOA dues around ~$75/month (non-gated villages) and homes priced $300K – $550K (average $420,000).
Community amenities
- Community pool
- Neighborhood parks & playgrounds
- Tennis courts
- Basketball courts
- Paved walking & biking paths
- HOA-maintained common areas & greenbelts
Other Sahuarita subdivisions
- Rancho Sahuarita — average $370,000
- Mesquite Ranch — average $345,000
Frequently asked questions
What city is Madera Highlands in?
Madera Highlands is in Sahuarita, the Town of Sahuarita, Arizona — a separate municipality from the City of Tucson, in the Tucson metropolitan area. Jurisdiction: Sahuarita, Arizona — incorporated town, Pima County.
What is the average home price in Madera Highlands?
The average sale price in Madera Highlands, a suburban community in Sahuarita (South metro Tucson), is approximately $420,000, with homes generally ranging from $300K – $550K. These are rounded, long-run estimates drawn from historical MLSSAZ closed sales, Zillow ZHVI, and Redfin data 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 Madera Highlands?
Madera Highlands is served by Continental ESD (K-8) / Sahuarita USD (HS). Confirm exact school assignments by specific address, as district boundaries can change.
Does Madera Highlands have an HOA, and how much are the fees?
Yes — Madera Highlands has a homeowners association; dues are listed as ~$75/month (non-gated villages). 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 Madera Highlands offer?
Madera Highlands offers Community pool, Neighborhood parks & playgrounds, Tennis courts, Basketball courts. It is a suburban community of roughly ~900 homes (homes built Mid-2000s–Present) with an approximate population of ~3,000.
Is Madera Highlands a good place to live?
Madera Highlands is a suburban master-planned subdivision within Sahuarita, the Town of Sahuarita, on the South side of the Tucson metro. A master-planned Sahuarita community built out from the mid-2000s onward by D.R. Horton, Richmond American, and Meritage Homes, with Meritage's Arbor at Madera Highlands II actively selling new construction today. Homes generally trade between $300K – $550K, with an average sale price of $420,000.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Madera Highlands?
Kyle Berglund, a licensed Arizona REALTOR® (License #SA668710000) at Tierra Antigua Realty, specializes in Madera Highlands, Sahuarita, and the greater Tucson area, including the Town of Sahuarita. Call (520) 250-8904 or email contact@kyleberglund.com for a free consultation.