Jefferson Park Neighborhood Guide Tucson, AZ
About
Jefferson Park is a historic neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona, known for its unique architectural style and sense of community. It's situated north of the University of Arizona's Main Campus and bordered by major roads including Interstate 10 and Campbell Avenue. The area is renowned for its beautiful bungalows and revival-style houses that line its quiet, tree-lined streets, giving it a vintage small-town feel in the midst of a bustling city.
What You Will Love about Jefferson Park, Tucson, Arizona
- The charming, historic atmosphere complemented by beautiful architecture and landscaped yards.
- Strategic location near the University of Arizona, offering an energetic, youthful vibe.
- The neighborhood's commitment to maintaining its historic character and community spirit.
- Proximity to major roads and highways, offering easy access to the rest of Tucson.
What’s Nearby
Jefferson Park is conveniently situated close to downtown Tucson and its many amenities and attractions. It's a short drive from the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, a world-renowned zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden. The neighborhood is also adjacent to the University Medical Center, offering easy access to healthcare facilities.
Lifestyle
Life in Jefferson Park is a blend of tranquility and vibrance. The neighborhood offers a peaceful, family-friendly environment with its picturesque streets and parks. Meanwhile, the proximity to the University of Arizona brings in a youthful energy, with various events, festivals, and sports games happening throughout the year.
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Rental Trends in Jefferson Park
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 294 restaurants, 21 grocery stores, and 17 parks within a mile of the Jefferson Park neighborhood.
India Food & GiftsRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
863 E Grant Rd
- Spectrum Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2112 N Campbell Ave
Earth Made DesignBusiness and Professional Services, Home Improvement Service, Retail, Construction Supplies Store, Furniture and Home Store, Shopping Plaza
•0.6 miles
2420 N Campbell Ave
- Jasmine's Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
2516 N Campbell Ave
- Fry's Food Stores of Arizona
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
555 E Grant Rd
- Fry's Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
555 E Grant Rd
- India Food & Gifts
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
863 E Grant Rd
- Spectrum Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2112 N Campbell Ave
- Jasmine's Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
2516 N Campbell Ave
- Fry's Food Stores of Arizona
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
555 E Grant Rd
- Fry's Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
555 E Grant Rd
- Brew Your Own Brew
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Beer Store, Liquor Store
•0.7 miles
2564 N Campbell Ave
Sher-E-PunjabDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Indian Restaurant
•0.5 miles
853 E Grant Rd
- Yamato Japanese Restaurant
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant
•0.5 miles
857 E Grant Rd
- Losbetos Mexican Food
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.5 miles
734 E Grant Rd
- Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Cafeteria
Dining and Drinking, Cafeteria
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- Cafeteria
Dining and Drinking
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- McDonald's
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.5 miles
801 E Grant Rd
- Banner Family Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.3 miles
1625 N Campbell Ave
- CVS Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.5 miles
865 E Grant Rd
- Earth Made Design
Business and Professional Services, Home Improvement Service, Retail, Construction Supplies Store, Furniture and Home Store, Shopping Plaza
•0.6 miles
2420 N Campbell Ave
- Deseret Industries Thrift Store
Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.7 miles
605 E Grant Rd
- Five Below
Retail, Discount Store
•0.7 miles
605 E Grant Rd
- Dollar Tree
Retail, Discount Store
•0.7 miles
730 E Grant Rd
University of Arizona Community GardenLandmarks and Outdoors, Garden
•0.6 miles
1400 E Mabel St
- Tahoe Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.6 miles
2000 E Edison St
- Mitchell Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.6 miles
1100 E Mitchell St
- Mansfield Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.8 miles
2000 N 4th Ave
Kitt Peak National ObservatoryCommunity and Government, Library, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, National Park
•0.9 miles
950 N Cherry Ave
- Heritage Hill
Landmarks and Outdoors, Scenic Lookout
•1.0 mile
1401 E University Blvd
Artist At WorkArts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.6 miles
2400 N Campbell Ave
- Kasbah Hookah & More
Arts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Hookah Bar, Restaurant
•0.6 miles
2402 N Campbell Ave
- Skinny Fingers Gaming Center
Arts and Entertainment, Arcade
•0.6 miles
1927 E Grant Rd
- Eegee's
Dining and Drinking, Arts and Entertainment, Arcade
•0.6 miles
2470 N Campbell Ave
- University of Arizona College of Pharmacy Museum
Arts and Entertainment, Museum, Community and Government, Education, College and University
•0.7 miles
1295 N Martin Ave
- Invisible Theatre
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Theater
•0.7 miles
1400 N 1st Ave
Veterinary House CallsHealth and Medicine, Veterinarian
•0.2 miles
1541 E Linden St
Al's Barber ShopBusiness and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.5 miles
861 E Grant Rd
- Electric Charging Station
Travel and Transportation, Electric Vehicle Charging Station
•0.5 miles
1047 E Drachman St
- Beauty Republic
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Skin Care Clinic
•0.5 miles
1830 E Spring St
- Hermosa Beauty & Barber Shop
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.5 miles
2314 N Campbell Ave
- University Shell
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.6 miles
2350 N 1st Ave
University of Arizona Medical Center Pivirotto Wellness CenterSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
NorthrecSports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•0.6 miles
1051 E Mabel St
- Boxing University
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Boxing Gym
•0.7 miles
2524 N Campbell Ave
- Yoga Oasis
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.7 miles
2631 N Campbell Ave
Nivel Parts and Manufacturing Co.Sports and Recreation, Golf
•0.8 miles
425 E Grant Rd
- There and Back Bicycles
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail, Bicycle Store
•0.8 miles
1712 E Speedway Blvd
Kasbah Hookah & MoreArts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Hookah Bar, Restaurant
•0.6 miles
2402 N Campbell Ave
- Viva El Caribe Restaurant & Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, Caribbean Restaurant
•0.6 miles
1929 E Grant Rd
- TitleMax Title Loans
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Apres Ski Bar
•0.6 miles
615 E Grant Rd
- Voice Karaoke KTV
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Karaoke Bar
•0.7 miles
2590 N 1st Ave
- Golden Nugget Tavern
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar
•0.8 miles
2617 N 1st Ave
- Audubon Bar & Patio
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant
•0.8 miles
2200 E Elm St
- Arizona Health Sciences Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- Rural Health Office
Community and Government, Library
•0.7 miles
1295 N Martin Ave
- Gentle Hands Center For Children
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.9 miles
1410 E Adelaide Dr
- Worlds of Words
Community and Government, Library
•0.9 miles
1430 E 2nd St
- Kitt Peak National Observatory
Community and Government, Library, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, National Park
•0.9 miles
950 N Cherry Ave
- University Of Arizona Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
1510 E University Blvd
- Diamond Children's Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.3 miles
1625 N Campbell Ave
- Univeristy Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- Banner Umc Labor and Delivery
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- Fielder Martha University Of Arizona Department Of Neurosurgery Tucson
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- UMC Cardiology
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.5 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
- University Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.6 miles
1501 N Campbell Ave
Jefferson Park Apartments and Rentals
107 Rental properties in Jefferson Park, Tucson, AZ.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 9.7% | 3.5% |
| utilities | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| food | 2.5% | 5.7% |
| transportation | 4.7% | 16% |
| healthcare | 4% | 10.7% |
Jefferson Park Demographics
Jefferson Park Reviews
Area Has Litter
No
Say 9 of 9 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 9 of 9 renters
Busy Streets
No
Say 8 of 9 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 8 of 9 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 8 of 9 renters
Quiet Area
Yes
Say 8 of 9 renters
Jefferson Park Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
Biker’s Paradise
Good Transit
Sun Link - Helen / Warren
Train Stop
Tucson, AZ 85709, USA
Bus Stop #100 UA Mall
Bus Stop
University ave
Sun Link - University / 3rd Av
Train Stop
1 E University Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
Bus Stop #100 UA Mall
Bus Stop
University ave
Source: foursquare.com
Sun Link - Helen / Warren
Train Stop
Tucson, AZ 85709, USA
Sun Link - University / 3rd Av
Train Stop
1 E University Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
Copper Star Transportation
Other
254 W Grant Rd
Source: foursquare.com
Jefferson Park Schools
- 2/10
Grades PK, K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
- 4/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- NRNo Rating
International School Of Tucson
Grades PK-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Salpointe Catholic High School
Grades 9-12 • Private
- 2/10
Southern Arizona Community High School
Grades 9-12 • Charter
- NRNo Rating
Youth Works Charter High School
Grades 9-12 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Jefferson Park
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| KeelingNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $525 | -- |
| Sam HughesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $982 | 1% |
| Hedrick AcresNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| North UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Palo VerdeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $725 | -- |
| Rincon HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| AmphiNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $825 | 3% |
| West UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| MiramonteNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,900 | 166% |
| Northwest Tuscon Neighborhood AssociationNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Garden DistrictNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $595 | -- |
| Armory ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,445 | 25% |
| Country GlennNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $725 | -- |
| Campbell - GrantNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Blenman-ElmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Pie AllenNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,199 | 37% |
| Coronado HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $952 | 11% |
| Ocotillo OracleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Bronx ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Campus FarmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $747 | 4% |
| Iron HorseNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $699 | 11% |
| Shaheen EstatesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Dodge FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| North DodgeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $750 | -- |
| Balboa HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| LimberlostNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $595 | -- |
| Oak FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $879 | 4% |
| Doolen-FruitvaleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Santa Rita ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Barrio HollywoodNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Harlan HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| KeelingNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,143 | 0% |
| Sam HughesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,092 | 1% |
| Hedrick AcresNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $969 | -- |
| North UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,822 | -- |
| Palo VerdeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $865 | 28% |
| Rincon HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,118 | -- |
| AmphiNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,029 | 6% |
| West UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $850 | -- |
| MiramonteNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,047 | 29% |
| Northwest Tuscon Neighborhood AssociationNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $899 | -- |
| Garden DistrictNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $795 | -- |
| Armory ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,742 | 28% |
| Country GlennNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $899 | -- |
| Campbell - GrantNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $995 | -- |
| Blenman-ElmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Pie AllenNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,542 | 7% |
| Coronado HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $839 | 13% |
| Ocotillo OracleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Bronx ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Campus FarmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $960 | 13% |
| Iron HorseNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,559 | 4% |
| Shaheen EstatesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $825 | 0% |
| Dodge FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,040 | 1% |
| North DodgeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $819 | 4% |
| Balboa HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| LimberlostNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $891 | -- |
| Oak FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $964 | 1% |
| Doolen-FruitvaleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Santa Rita ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,145 | -- |
| Barrio HollywoodNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Harlan HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| KeelingNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,481 | 12% |
| Sam HughesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,324 | 2% |
| Hedrick AcresNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $768 | 45% |
| North UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $2,140 | 71% |
| Palo VerdeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,237 | 8% |
| Rincon HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,150 | 5% |
| AmphiNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,149 | 14% |
| West UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| MiramonteNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,974 | 148% |
| Northwest Tuscon Neighborhood AssociationNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,150 | -- |
| Garden DistrictNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $995 | -- |
| Armory ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $2,352 | -- |
| Country GlennNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,450 | 0% |
| Campbell - GrantNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,095 | -- |
| Blenman-ElmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,500 | -- |
| Pie AllenNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,785 | 6% |
| Coronado HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,252 | 29% |
| Ocotillo OracleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Bronx ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,395 | -- |
| Campus FarmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,275 | 9% |
| Iron HorseNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $965 | 23% |
| Shaheen EstatesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $962 | 4% |
| Dodge FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,000 | -- |
| Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,257 | 1% |
| North DodgeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,360 | 24% |
| Balboa HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| LimberlostNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,305 | 24% |
| Oak FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,250 | 14% |
| Doolen-FruitvaleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,125 | -- |
| Santa Rita ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Barrio HollywoodNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Harlan HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| KeelingNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,300 | 0% |
| Sam HughesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Hedrick AcresNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,941 | 18% |
| North UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $2,702 | -- |
| Palo VerdeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,675 | 0% |
| Rincon HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $654 | -- |
| AmphiNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,599 | -- |
| West UniversityNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| MiramonteNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Northwest Tuscon Neighborhood AssociationNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,395 | -- |
| Garden DistrictNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,399 | -- |
| Armory ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Country GlennNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Campbell - GrantNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Blenman-ElmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Pie AllenNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,749 | 20% |
| Coronado HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $795 | 34% |
| Ocotillo OracleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Bronx ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Campus FarmNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,500 | 6% |
| Iron HorseNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $860 | 52% |
| Shaheen EstatesNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Dodge FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,900 | 9% |
| North DodgeNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,325 | -- |
| Balboa HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| LimberlostNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,999 | -- |
| Oak FlowerNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,595 | 12% |
| Doolen-FruitvaleNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Santa Rita ParkNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |
| Barrio HollywoodNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | $1,395 | -- |
| Harlan HeightsNeighborhood in Tucson, Arizona | -- | -- |