Top schools, new homes, and mountain views southeast of Tucson
Homes for Sale in Vail
As of September 2, 2026, the median sale price in Vail over the last twelve months was $390,000 across 1,015 closed sales, at $203 per square foot and a median 90 days on market.
$390,000
Median Sold Price
$203
Median $/Sq Ft
90
Median Days on Market
1,015
Sales (12 mo)
Vail USD
School District
The Vail Real Estate Market
Vail is the go-to market for buyers who want top-rated schools and newer homes at a real value, about 20 miles southeast of Tucson. Listings are dominated by master-planned and new-construction subdivisions, with a median around $405K. The headline draw is the Vail Unified School District, one of Arizona's highest-rated, which keeps family demand steady.
Homes tend to be newer two-story production builds on modest lots framed by Rincon Mountain views, with an easy commute toward Davis-Monthan AFB and the I-10 corridor. Inventory is fairly deep and days on market run longer than the metro core (around 66 days), which can give patient buyers room to negotiate on the right home.
Newer master-planned and new-construction single-family homes anchored by a top-rated school district — strong family value.
Median figures are computed from 1,015 closed residential sales in this area reported to MLS of Southern Arizona (MLSSAZ), Sep 2025 – Sep 2026. Medians describe the area as a whole and not any individual home. School district shown by area — see GreatSchools.org for current, campus-level ratings. Contact us for a current, address-specific analysis.
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Current Vail Listings
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do homes cost in Vail, AZ?
The median is roughly $405K, with most inventory in newer master-planned subdivisions. New construction and larger family homes sit toward the upper end of the range.
Why do families move to Vail?
The Vail Unified School District is the biggest driver — it's consistently among the highest-rated districts in Arizona. Combined with newer homes and value pricing, that makes Vail a perennial family favorite.
Is Vail a good value compared to Tucson?
Generally yes — buyers get newer construction and top schools for less per square foot than comparable homes closer to the city core, in exchange for a longer commute southeast.
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