Sycamore Canyon Homes for Sale — Vail, AZ
A roughly 1,600-acre master-planned community in the Upper Sonoran Desert of Corona de Tucson, on the southeast edge of the metro just west of the Houghton Road and Sahuarita Road intersection and near the base of the Santa Rita Mountains. Sycamore Canyon is defined by its conservation-first design: only about 30% of the land carries homes, while more than 1,100 acres — roughly 70% of the community — is set aside as natural desert open space threaded with saguaro, cholla, ocotillo, mesquite, and native grassland at an elevation near 3,400 feet. The community is built out across several distinct neighborhoods by Tucson builders including Lennar, Pepper Viner Homes (The Preserve at Sycamore Canyon), and Sombra Homes, with single- and two-story Southwest desert-contemporary floor plans spanning roughly 1,200 to 3,240 square feet on more than 1,000 residential lots. The Sycamore Canyon HOA — dues of about $97 per month, a portion of which maintains the preserve — operates a community swimming pool and a 6-acre park with two acres of grass, two picnic ramadas, a basketball court, and connecting walking trails. New construction runs from roughly $297,000 to $527,000, while resale homes carry a median sale price near $340,000. Homes are served by the Vail Unified School District (Sycamore Elementary, Rincon Vista Middle, and Cienega High School), and the location pairs quick Houghton Road access to Interstate 10 with proximity to the Rita Road employment corridor, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, and roughly a 30-minute drive to downtown Tucson.
Key facts
- Jurisdiction
- Unincorporated Pima County, Arizona
- Average sale price
- $375,000
- Price range
- $295K – $530K
- School district
- Vail USD (Sycamore Elementary, Rincon Vista Middle, Cienega High)
- Approximate population
- ~2,500
- Approximate number of homes
- ~1,000+ lots (≈1,600 acres)
What defines this area
- ≈1,600-acre master-planned community
- 1,100+ acres of natural desert preserve (70% open space)
- Community pool & 6-acre park with grass & ramadas
- Basketball court & connecting walking trails
- New construction by Lennar, Pepper Viner & Sombra Homes
- Southwest desert-contemporary homes (~1,200–3,240 sq ft)
- Sycamore Canyon HOA (~$97/mo, maintains the preserve)
- Santa Rita Mountain views & Upper Sonoran setting
- West of Houghton & Sahuarita Roads — I-10 access
- Vail USD schools
About Sycamore Canyon
Sycamore Canyon is a new build neighborhood in unincorporated Pima County, on the southeast side of metro Tucson, Arizona, served by Vail USD (Sycamore Elementary, Rincon Vista Middle, Cienega High). Homes trade in the $295K – $530K range, with an average sale price of $375,000 across roughly 1,000+ lots (≈1,600 acres) and a population of about 2,500. Kyle Berglund, REALTOR® at Tierra Antigua Realty, represents buyers and sellers here — call (520) 250-8904.
Compare nearby Tucson neighborhoods
- Marana — New Build, average $430,000
- Rita Ranch — Affordable, average $370,000
- Vail — Suburban, average $421,000
- Del Webb at Rancho del Lago — 55+, average $385,000
- Rancho Sahuarita — New Build, average $370,000
- Civano — Eco-Friendly, average $460,000
- Tanque Verde — Suburban, average $560,000
- Corona de Tucson — Affordable, average $380,000
Frequently asked questions
What city is Sycamore Canyon in?
Sycamore Canyon is in unincorporated Pima County, Arizona — it is not inside any city's limits, though it carries a Vail, AZ mailing address. Jurisdiction: Unincorporated Pima County, Arizona.
What is the average home price in Sycamore Canyon, Vail?
The average sale price in Sycamore Canyon is approximately $375,000, with homes generally ranging from $295K – $530K. 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 Sycamore Canyon?
Sycamore Canyon is served by Vail USD (Sycamore Elementary, Rincon Vista Middle, Cienega High). Confirm exact school assignments by specific address, as boundaries can change.
Is Sycamore Canyon a good place to live?
Sycamore Canyon is a new build neighborhood in unincorporated Pima County, on the southeast side of metro Tucson, Arizona, known for ≈1,600-acre master-planned community, 1,100+ acres of natural desert preserve (70% open space), community pool & 6-acre park with grass & ramadas, basketball court & connecting walking trails. A roughly 1,600-acre master-planned community in the Upper Sonoran Desert of Corona de Tucson, on the southeast edge of the metro just west of the Houghton Road and Sahuarita Road intersection and near the base of the Santa Rita Mountains. It has an approximate population of ~2,500 across roughly ~1,000+ lots (≈1,600 acres).
What kind of homes are for sale in Sycamore Canyon?
Sycamore Canyon is a new build submarket where homes typically list between $295K – $530K, with an average sale price of $375,000.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Sycamore Canyon?
Kyle Berglund, a licensed Arizona REALTOR® (License #SA668710000) at Tierra Antigua Realty, specializes in Sycamore Canyon and the greater Tucson area, including unincorporated Pima County. Call (520) 250-8904 or email contact@kyleberglund.com for a free consultation.