The National Register of Historic Places recently completed a survey of the Sam Hughes boundary (Speedway to Broadway and Country Club to Campbell).  The entire neighborhood is now officially a "National Historic District."  Typically, any owner-occupied home that is at least 50 years old and whose facade has not been dramatically changed nor has a high wall been constructed is considered "contributing."  If your property has received such a designation, you may qualify for a reduction in your real estate taxes.  Many of the properties are improved throughout.  Sam Hughes neighborhood has character, is close to the University of Arizona, Downtown Tucson, and many wonderful parks.  It is one of the more desireable neighborhoods in Tucson, AZ.

Development in Sam Hughes neighborhood started in 1921 and the enclave was named for local business leader Sam Hughes, who was instrumental in establishing Tucson's public school system. Significant neighborhood features include Sam Hughes Elementary and the 24-acre Himmel Park and Himmel Park Branch Library.

Designated as an historic district in 1994, Sam Hughes evolved over a period of 35 years, according to documentation nominating the neighborhood as an historic district. Half of the historic homes were built during a construction boom lasting from 1923 until 1932.

Today, the neighborhood is composed of more than 2,000 residences, businesses, schools and places of worship. Some of the homes are close to their original condition. Others have undergone extensive remodeling.

It's challenging to find two homes that look alike. While home values vary greatly, most are valued at $200 per square foot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sam Hughes Neighborhood offers owners an incredible lifestyle in the heart of Tucson. 

 

CALL, TEXT, OR EMAIL GREGORY RICHMAN, REALTOR FOR MORE INFORMATION AND/OR TO GET THE BALL ROLLING ON YOUR NEXT PROPERTY PURCHASE AND/OR SALE!  520-248-1239 / grichman@richmantucsonhomes.com