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Solterra By Fairfield Homes-Built By Dorn Homes

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Green Valley's Newest Community

Constructed By Dorn Homes

Two of the area's oldest and most respected developers, Fairfield Homes and Dorn Homes, have teamed up to bring a building revolution to Green Valley, Arizona.

Solterra, inspired from "Sol" for Sun, and "Tierra" for Earth is as unique as its name:

VIEWS! Each homesite has been specially created and engineered to take full advantage of the magnificent mountain views from Sunrise to Sunset.
UNBEATABLE CUSTOM FEATURES. Not your typical home, these are loaded with all the "I Wants", including granite in the kitchen, solar water heater, thermal envelope insulation, and more!
LIFESTYLE. Your new home in Solterra includes membership to Green Valley Recreation, Arizona’s most famous recreational campus network boasting over $18 million dollars in facilities including 13 recreation centers, swimming pools, spas, fitness centers with state-of-the-art equipment, racquetball, and tennis. With over 60 clubs to choose from you’ll be able to find the activity of choice, from cultural events to arts and crafts to ceramic studios and woodworking shops. Hundreds of volunteers assist a dedicated staff to help operate year-round programs for the active adult lifestyle.
FLOORPLANS For Every Taste & Budget: Catalina, Artesa, Estrella, and Cimarron.

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Green Valley AZ April 2012 Real Estate Statistics

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

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As the temperatures continue to climb in sunny Southern Arizona, the Green Valley, Arizona Real Estate market continues to run "hot" with no signs of slowing down during the month of April. So hot as a matter of fact that the number of Green Valley residential active listings in the Green/Sahuarita MLS dipped below 600. There were 119 home sales in the month of April as compared to 116 in March. YTD sales continue to outpace last year with 391 as compared to 369 in 2011.

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2012:

JANUARY 2012	$161,976
FEBRUARY 2012	$161,220
MARCH 2012	$153,228
APRIL 2012	$152,399
MAY 2012
JUNE 2012
JULY 2012
AUGUST 2012
SEPTEMBER 2012
OCTOBER 2012
NOVEMBER 2012
DECEMBER 2012

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2011:

JANUARY 2011	$163,012
FEBRUARY 2011	$165,364
MARCH 2011	$161,798
APRIL 2011	$163,198
MAY 2011	$175,595
JUNE 2011	$165,340
JULY 2011	$162,542
AUGUST 2011	$160,017
SEPTEMBER 2011	$158,840
OCTOBER 2011	$157,624
NOVEMBER 2011	$157,021
DECEMBER 2011	$156,797

The breakdown for the active residential listings as of April 30, 2012 were as follows:

Green Valley (includes Quail Creek & surrounding subdivisions)	581
SAHUARITA (includes subdivisions N of Duval Mine Road & Duval Mine Rd.	44
AREAS S & SE & SW OF GREEN VALLEY (includes Elephant Head, Amado, Aravaca, Montana Vista & Lakewood)	15
AREAS N & NE & NW OF SAHUARITA (includes Vail, Curley, Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, etc)	4
TUBAC & TUMACACORI	39
RIO RICO	7
OTHER: INCLUDING TUCSON, NOGALES, ETC.	3

119 homes were sold in April 2012 as compared to 116 in March 2012. The breakdown, by area, for those sales were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY	104
SAHUARITA	13
TUBAC	1
TUCSON, VAIL, NOGALES, RIO RICO, ARIVACA/AMADO	1

Following is the 2011 to 2012 year-to-date comparison for the time period of January1 through April 30:

	2011	2012
Houses Sold	369	391
Days On Market	173	188
Average Selling Price	$163,198	$152,399
Median Price	$145,000	$134,000

If you are thinking about selling your Green Valley AZ home give me a call, I'd love to hang an "Under Contract" in front of YOUR house. And, if you are buying a home, I'd love to help you find the perfect one!

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Green Valley AZ March 2012 Real Estate Statistics

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

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Spring has sprung in sunny Southern Arizona with the desert in full bloom as well as the Green Valley, Arizona Real Estate market. Home sales shot up to 116 in the month of March as compared to 78 in February. YTD sales continue to outpace last year with 271 as compared to 262 in 2011.

My personal experience YTD in 2012 continues to be a strong one with one of my high end listings at 2264 Buried Rock closing in January, and 33 Silver Sky going under contract in less than 60 days and closing in mid March. In February, 3396 Placita De La Fabula closed after just 88 days on the market. YTD I have 23 transactions that have either closed or are pending with 12 of them being my own listings.

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2012:

JANUARY 2012	$161,976
FEBRUARY 2012	$161,220
MARCH 2012	$153,228
APRIL 2012
MAY 2012
JUNE 2012
JULY 2012
AUGUST 2012
SEPTEMBER 2012
OCTOBER 2012
NOVEMBER 2012
DECEMBER 2012

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2011:

JANUARY 2011	$163,012
FEBRUARY 2011	$165,364
MARCH 2011	$161,798
APRIL 2011	$162,586
MAY 2011	$175,595
JUNE 2011	$165,340
JULY 2011	$162,542
AUGUST 2011	$160,017
SEPTEMBER 2011	$158,840
OCTOBER 2011	$157,624
NOVEMBER 2011	$157,021
DECEMBER 2011	$156,797

The breakdown for the active residential listings as of March 31, 2012 were as follows:

Green Valley (includes Quail Creek & surrounding subdivisions)	689
SAHUARITA (includes subdivisions N of Duval Mine Road & Duval Mine Rd.	51
AREAS S & SE & SW OF GREEN VALLEY (includes Elephant Head, Amado, Aravaca, Montana Vista & Lakewood)	16
AREAS N & NE & NW OF SAHUARITA (includes Vail, Curley, Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, etc)	4
TUBAC & TUMACACORI	36
RIO RICO	7
OTHER: INCLUDING TUCSON, NOGALES, ETC.	3

116 homes were sold in March 2012 as compared to 78 in February 2012. The breakdown, by area, for those sales were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY	96
SAHUARITA	13
TUBAC	4
TUCSON, VAIL, NOGALES, RIO RICO, ARIVACA/AMADO	1

Following is the 2011 to 2012 year-to-date comparison for the time period of January1 through March 31:

	2011	2012
Houses Sold	262	271
Days On Market	167	195
Average Selling Price	$161,798	$153,228
Median Price	$145,000	$132,000

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

520-241-7780

Green Valley AZ February 2012 Real Estate Statistics

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:00:00 GMT

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We have been enjoying a warm & glorious winter and the Green Valley, Arizona Real Estate market has been "warm" as well with 78 sales in the month of February as compared to 73 in January. While the number of sales are slightly ahead of this time last year with 153 as compared to 148 in 2011, days on market are continuing to outpace 2011 at 200 as compared to 168.

My personal experience YTD in 2012 continues to be a strong one with one of my high end listings at 2264 Buried Rock closing in January, and 33 Silver Sky going under contract in less than 60 days and set to close in mid March. In February 3396 Placita De La Fabula closed after just 88 days on the market. YTD I have had 16 transactions, 8 of those are my listings that are either sold or in escrow.

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2012:

JANUARY 2012	$161,976
FEBRUARY 2012	$161,220
MARCH 2012
APRIL 2012
MAY 2012
JUNE 2012
JULY 2012
AUGUST 2012
SEPTEMBER 2012
OCTOBER 2012
NOVEMBER 2012
DECEMBER 2012

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2011:

JANUARY 2011	$163,012
FEBRUARY 2011	$165,364
MARCH 2011	$161,548
APRIL 2011	$162,586
MAY 2011	$175,595
JUNE 2011	$165,340
JULY 2011	$162,542
AUGUST 2011	$160,017
SEPTEMBER 2011	$158,840
OCTOBER 2011	$157,624
NOVEMBER 2011	$157,021
DECEMBER 2011	$156,797

The breakdown for the active residential listings as of December 31, 2011 were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY (includes Quail Creek & surrounding subdivisions)	766
SAHUARITA (includes subdivisions N of Duval Mine Road & Duval Mine Rd.	56
AREAS S & SE & SW OF GREEN VALLEY (includes Elephant Head, Amado, Aravaca, Montana Vista & Lakewood)	16
AREAS N & NE & NW OF SAHUARITA (includes Vail, Curley, Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, etc)	4
TUBAC & TUMACACORI	44
RIO RICO	11
OTHER: INCLUDING TUCSON, NOGALES, ETC.	3

78 homes were sold in February 2012 as compared to 73 in January 2012. The breakdown, by area, for those sales were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY	71
SAHUARITA	6
TUBAC	0
TUCSON, VAIL, NOGALES, RIO RICO, ARIVACA/AMADO	1

Following is the 2011 to 2012 year-to-date comparison for the time period of January 1 through February 29:

	2011	2012
Houses Sold	148	153
Days On Market	168	200
Average Selling Price	$165,364	$161,220
Median Price	$147,500	$135,000

If you are thinking about selling your Green Valley AZ home give me a call, I'd love to hang an "Under Contract" in front of YOUR house. And if you are buying a home, I'd love to help you find the perfect one!

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

520-241-7780

Desert Creek In Green Valley Arizona

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Desert Creek in Green Valley Arizona is a 55+ community that provides the lifestyle you want. Offering six distinctive and budget friendly single-story home designs, Desert Creek has a floor plan to meet your specific needs.

Relocating to Green Valley means you’ll never be more than a few minutes from a year-round golf course. Residents have access to 8 local golf courses and 2 more within easy driving distance of the city. If you'd like to find out more about Golf Opportunities in and near Green Valley, then visit my page dedicated to Golf Courses in the area.

Golf not your thing? Try out one of the cities 13 recreation centers, each ranging from 2,000 to 25,000 square feet. There are 7 Major Centers, which feature a combination of extensive amenities, including: an auditorium; social and meeting rooms; a catering kitchen; swimming pool with a spa; hobby/craft studios, including: art exhibition centers, clay studios, wood shops, and art rooms; a fitness center; tennis courts; racquetball courts; billiards; and shuffleboard. Desert Hills Social Center even has a sauna! Satellite Centers serve smaller neighborhoods and typically feature a pool, spa, and meeting room.

Desert Creek has something for everyone. Ranging from approximately 1,200 to nearly 2,200 square feet you can opt to buy a new construction home or enjoy the many benefits of owning a resale in this close-knit neighborhood that is located near shopping and dining. Most of the homes offer open floor plans with a great room concept and split bedrooms. One of the most distinctive floor plans offered by Desert Creek in Green Valley, Arizona is the Tapatio with its distinctive windowed alcove breakfast nook, like this beautiful resale:

1561 N Rio La Junta

Green Valley AZ January 2012 Real Estate Statistics

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

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One month into 2012 and the Green Valley, Arizona Real Estate market showed both positive and negative results. On the positive side the 73 sales in January 2012 were well ahead of the 56 sales in January 2011. However, days on market continue to climb and were at 211 in January 2012 as compared to 179 in January 2011 and, the average selling price continues to inch downward at $161,976 in January 2012 as compared to $163,012 for the same period in 2011.

My personal experience YTD in 2012 has been a very positive one with one of my high end listings at 2264 Buried Rock closing in January, and 33 Silver Sky going under contract in less than 60 days and set to close in mid March. Also 2 of my mid range priced listings that were both on the market for $375,000 are under contract. Finally, 4 of my other listings either closed in January or have gone under contract.

If you are thinking of selling your Green Valley AZ home give me a call, I'd love to hang an "Under Contract" in front of YOUR house.

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2012:

JANUARY 2012	$161,976
FEBRUARY 2012
MARCH 2012
APRIL 2012
MAY 2012
JUNE 2012
JULY 2012
AUGUST 2012
SEPTEMBER 2012
OCTOBER 2012
NOVEMBER 2012
DECEMBER 2012

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2011:

JANUARY 2011	$163,012
FEBRUARY 2011	$164,457
MARCH 2011	$161,548
APRIL 2011	$162,586
MAY 2011	$175,595
JUNE 2011	$165,340
JULY 2011	$162,542
AUGUST 2011	$160,017
SEPTEMBER 2011	$158,840
OCTOBER 2011	$157,624
NOVEMBER 2011	$157,021
DECEMBER 2011	$156,797

The breakdown for the active residential listings as of Januaruy 31, 2012 were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY (includes Quail Creek & surrounding subdivisions)	762
SAHUARITA (includes subdivisions N of Duval Mine Road & Duval Mine Rd.	50
AREAS S & SE & SW OF GREEN VALLEY (includes Elephant Head, Amado, Aravaca, Montana Vista & Lakewood)	16
AREAS N & NE & NW OF SAHUARITA (includes Vail, Curley, Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, etc)	3
TUBAC & TUMACACORI	41
RIO RICO	9
OTHER: INCLUDING TUCSON, NOGALES, ETC.	3

73 homes were sold in January 2012 as compared to 64 in December 2011. The breakdown, by area, for those sales were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY	63
SAHUARITA	6
TUBAC	2
TUCSON, VAIL, NOGALES, RIO RICO, ARIVACA/AMADO	1

Following is the 2011 to 2012 year-to-date comparison for the time period of January1 through January 31:

	2011	2012
Houses Sold	56	73
Days On Market	179	211
Average Selling Price	$163,012	$161,976
Median Price	$143,500	$141,000

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

520-241-7780

Tubac Festival Of The Arts 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

In Tubac you can feel the excitement building in the air as vendors complete their last minute preparations for the February 8th opening of the 53rd Annual Tubac Center of the Arts. Dating back to 1959 this festival, which is sponsored by the Tubac Chamber of Commerce every February, has the distinction of being the longest running event of its kind in the Southwest.

From February 8th through the 12th, the town with the motto of "Where Art and History Meet", will showcase the work of hundreds of visiting artists and musicians from around the country and Canada. While the show is juried for quality, it is far from pretentious. A day at this festival means you'll be treated to serious paintings that share the street with whimsical sculptures, creative crafts and New Age music. Not to mention a food court packed with delicious treats that are sure to appeal to every taste and budget.

Click here for frequently asked questions about the festival. Don't miss an area favorite, make plans now to attend one or all of the days: February 8-12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission is free and parking is $6 per car with proceeds benefitting local non-profits. The Tubac Chamber of Commerce can be reached at 520-398-2704.

To Believe

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

I am convinced that today I heard an angel sing. She had me at the first note, this angelic being whose heaven sent voice rang out and touched thousands of leaders and dignitaries from around the world with a message too powerful to ignore. One that calls on us all "to believe in a day when hunger and war will pass away".

On February 2, eleven year old Jackie Evanco performed at the National Prayer Breakfast, at which President Obama was the keynote speaker. With a voice as extraordinary as hers, it is easy to believe that all things are possible...including the day when hunger and war will no longer exist.

Green Valley AZ December 2011 Real Estate Statistics

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:00:00 GMT

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The Year ended with mixed results for the Real Estate market. On a positive note, sales were up as compared to 2010 with 824 in 2011 vs. 771 in 2010. Days on market climbed slightly from 169 in 2010 to 176 in 2011. Proving that the market has not yet stabilized, the average selling price dropped to $156,767 in 2011, down from $168,477 in 2010.

December definitely showed that the high season may be a great one with 64 sales for the month as compared to 48 sold in November. I can tell you that my 2012 has gotten off to a great start as several of my Sellers can attest to since they are now sporting "Under Contract" signs in front of their house.

If you are thinking of selling your Green Valley AZ home give me a call, I'd love to hang an Under Contract if front of YOUR house.

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2011:

JANUARY 2011	$162,340
FEBRUARY 2011	$164,457
MARCH 2011	$161,548
APRIL 2011	$162,586
May 2011	$175,595
June 2011	$165,340
July 2011	$162,542
August 2011	$160,017
September 2011	$158,840
October 2011	$157,624
November 2011	$157,021
December 2011	$156,797

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2010:

JANUARY 2010	$157,727
FEBRUARY 2010	$163,604
MARCH 2010	$158,559
APRIL 2010	$162,666
MAY 2010	$178,462
JUNE 2010	$165,693
JULY 2010	$167,440
AUGUST 2010	$167,884
SEPTEMBER 2010	$165,657
OCTOBER 2010	$168,547
NOVEMBER 2010	$169,387
DECEMBER 2010	$168,477

The breakdown for the active residential listings as of December 31, 2011 were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY (includes Quail Creek & surrounding subdivisions)	736
SAHUARITA (includes subdivisions N of Duval Mine Road & Duval Mine Rd.	48
AREAS S & SE & SW OF GREEN VALLEY (includes Elephant Head, Amado, Aravaca, Montana Vista & Lakewood)	10
AREAS N & NE & NW OF SAHUARITA (includes Vail, Curley, Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, etc)	4
TUBAC & TUMACACORI	43
RIO RICO	12
OTHER: INCLUDING TUCSON, NOGALES, ETC.	4

64 homes were sold in December 2011 as compared to 48 in November 2011. The breakdown, by area, for those sales were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY	56
SAHUARITA	6
TUBAC	2
Tucson, VAIL, NOGALES, RIO RICO, ARIVACA/AMADO	0

Following is the 2010 to 2011 year-to-date comparison for the time period of January 1 through December 31, 2011:

	2010	2011
Houses Sold	771	824
Days On Market	169	176
Average Selling Price	$168,477	$156,797
Median Price	$150,000	$141,048

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

520-241-7780

Come Home To Canoa Estates In Green Valley Arizona

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Located in Pima County, Canoa Hills Golf Club real estate boasts picturesque mountain views, warm weather year-round, and a plethora of activities for the active lifestyle. The community lies in the Green Valley area, 20 miles south of Tucson and just north of the Arizona-Mexico border. With over 300 days of sunshine annually and a friendly, low-key atmosphere in close proximity to a major city, the area is considered an ideal place to retire. Real estate in Canoa Hills Golf Club is always in demand!

3396 S Placita De La Fabula

Green Valley, AZ 85622

Gorgeous Updated Granda on Half Acre Lot Has VIEWS

Price	:	$375,000
Bedrooms	:	2
Bathrooms	:	2
Square Foot	:	2,571
Lot Size	:	23,958
Community	:	Canoa Estates
County	:	Pima
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1992
MLS Number	:	46318

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Property Description

Gorgeous updated Granada is located in a sought after area on a beautiful and private .55 acre lot not typically seen in the heart of Green Valley. Situated at the end of Placita Fabula this special home has breathtaking South and East views of 3 mountain ranges, including the Santa Ritas from its perch above the Canoa Hills Golf Course. Long driveway and common areas on each side of the home give it a very serene and secluded feel. Step through the front door and you'll be "wowed" by the many updates including new ceramic tile in all the right places, paint colors of the great southwest throughout, and the beam in the vaulted ceiling of the Great Room. Enjoy desertscape and mountain vistas from all the main living areas. Kitchen has been updated with granite counters, new range top stainless steel refrigerator--please note Seller will be replacing both the microwave oven as well. Guest bath has been beautifully updated as well. If you are someone who likes outdoor living it simply doesn't get any better than this lovely landscaped backyard with raised garden beds, huge covered veranda and of course the main attraction--view, views, views! Granada is expanded with 2571 square feet vs. 2508 listed on assessors site and has been verified by recent appraisal.

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A Christmas Story--Journey of The Angels

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT

I have always believed that dogs are furry angels because of their ability to touch our lives in ways we never could have anticipated. In their soulful eyes is a divine love--pure and unconditional. They possess the transcendent power to heal even the most wounded soul. And, their undying faithfulness can transform our lives if we are willing to let them into our hearts.

How do I know? Because of a tiny 2+ pound Golden Retriever that I rescued when he was just a few weeks old. Not expected to survive he miraculously beat the odds, and during our six years together has taken up permanent residence in my heart. He is MY furry angel, Cooper Monday.

Take a moment from your holiday preparations to watch this amazing video called Christmas Story--A Journey of the Angels. It is a beautiful testament to those furry angels who give us so much and ask for so little in return. Deeply touching, it reminds us all that Christmas is love in action.

Wishing you and your "angels" a blessed holiday season.

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El Nacimiento Tucson Arizona

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

A special Tucson tradition is El Nacimiento which is on display in La Casa Cordova at the Tucson Museum of Art. El Nacimiento means The Birth and is a traditional Mexican nativity scene. For centuries, joyful and colorful Christmas celebrations of Mexican families have centered around Nacimiento displays in their homes.

This annual exhibition is an elaborate and very special version of cultural inheritance. An intricate arrangement of hundreds of miniature figures combines the symbolism of the Spanish Colonial Catholic Church with the simplicity and faith of everyday existence in rural Mexico. Some of the scenes are from the Christmas story in the Bible; others show traditional Mexican village life with an accuracy that extends to the tiny replicas of kitchen utensils in country dwellings. The glow of a myriad of tiny lights binds the multifaceted collection of scenes into a magical fantasy world.

Truly a labor of love, the installation of this beautiful Christmas vision is done by a devoted daughter in memory of her mother. Maria Luisa Tena spends months each year preparing and arranging the Nacimiento. Her dedication to her mother's memory is the reason this age-old Mexican family custom is preserved and shared. It has been delighting visitors since 1978.

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

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Green Valley AZ November 2011 Real Estate Statistics

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT

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November's cold snap in Green Valley AZ, cooled down real estate sales as well. They dropped slightly from from 53 in October to 48 in November. A bright spot in the market is the fact that sales in 2011 continue to outdistance 2010 with 759 sales to date as compared to 714 during the same time period in 2010. However, the average selling price lags behind at $157,021 year to date in 2011 versus $169,387 for the same time period in 2010.

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2011:

JANUARY 2011	$162,340
FEBRUARY 2011	$164,457
MARCH 2011	$161,548
APRIL 2011	$162,586
May 2011	$175,595
June 2011	$165,340
July 2011	$162,542
August 2011	$160,017
September 2011	$158,840
October 2011	$157,624
November 2011	$157,021

AVERAGE SELLING PRICE YTD FOR 2010:

JANUARY 2010	$157,727
FEBRUARY 2010	$163,604
MARCH 2010	$158,559
APRIL 2010	$162,666
MAY 2010	$178,462
JUNE 2010	$165,693
JULY 2010	$167,440
AUGUST 2010	$167,884
SEPTEMBER 2010	$165,657
OCTOBER 2010	$168,547
NOVEMBER 2010	$169,387
DECEMBER 2010	$168,477

The breakdown for the active residential listings as of November 30, 2011 were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY (includes Quail Creek & surrounding subdivisions)	572
SAHUARITA (includes subdivisions N of Duval Mine Road & Duval Mine Rd.	89
AREAS S & SE & SW OF GREEN VALLEY (includes Elephant Head, Amado, Aravaca, Montana Vista & Lakewood)	8
AREAS N & NE & NW OF SAHUARITA (includes Vail, Curley, Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, etc)	4
TUBAC & TUMACACORI	28
RIO RICO	13
OTHER: INCLUDING TUCSON, NOGALES, ETC.	3

48 homes were sold in November 2011 as compared to 53 in October 2011. The breakdown, by area, for those sales were as follows:

GREEN VALLEY	36
SAHUARITA	9
TUBAC	0
Tucson, VAIL, NOGALES, RIO RICO, ARIVACA/AMADO	2

Following is the 2010 to 2011 year-to-date comparison for the time period of January 1 through November 30, 2011:

	2010	2011
Houses Sold	714	759
Days On Market	170	179
Average Selling Price	$169,387	$157,021
Median Price	$150,000	$142,500

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

520-241-7780

Las Noches de las Luminarias At The Desert Botanical Garden In Phoenix Arizona

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

Each year during the holiday season the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, AZ shines brightly with thousands of luminarias lining the paths of this extraordinary desert garden to celebrate Las Noches de las Luminarias (Night Of The Luminaries). Dispelling the myth that deserts are barren and inhospitable places, the Desert Botantical Garden offers 50 acres of the desert's greatest specimens including unexpected blooms in every color of the rainbow. And while many of the desert plants go dormant in the winter, this desert mecca glows brightly this time of the year.

One of the Valley’s best holiday events comes to life at the Garden with more than 8,000 hand-lit luminarias that you can enjoy during one of the 22 nights in December that they'll be available for your viewing pleasure, including dates between Christmas and New Year's Eve. Nightly entertainment includes jazz bands, mariachi bands, violin, handbell choirs, percussion, flamenco guitar, and more. Carolers add to the festive spirit with songs of the season.

Be sure to explore the Garden's newest exhibition. David Rogers' Big Bugs sculptures which will be on display throughout the Garden nightly. These 11 whimsical and enormous bugs are sure to create quite a buzz this holiday season. Buy your tickets online for this seasonal favorite.

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Arizona Celebration of Lights

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

Arizona Celebration of Lights in Phoenix, AZ is the area's largest Christmas light show. It is a "drive through" experience that features more than seven million lights and hundreds of individual light displays.

A mere one mile stretch that will shine brightly in your mind long after you've driven away. There are animated and still displays along with tunnels and arches.

After finishing the memorable drive through the brightly shining lights, visit the festive Santa's Village for a body warming cup of hot chocolate, photos with Santa, a computerized light show and much more. Order your tickets now online.

JUDI MONDAY, CRS

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Holiday Nights In Tohono Chul Park December 2 & 3, 2011

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

Savor the holiday magic of Tohono Chul Park on December 2 and 3 when 750,000 lights transform it into a winter wonderland that includes a special desert snowman. This family event is a treasured Tucson tradition that shouldn't be missed.

Stroll the Park's paths with a glass of wine or hot cider while reveling in the lights, music and holiday cheer. It's a perfect spot to do some holiday shopping and participate in the Park's Ornament Show.

The annual ornament show represents a circle of giving that begins with regional artists who donate exquisitely unique hand-crafted ornaments and holiday decorations that are put on display and offered for sale to benefit the Park. The funds raised through Holiday for the Park help to fulfill their mission to provide a unique place where people can enjoy the beauty of the Sonoran Desert and learn about its natural, artistic and cultural heritage.

Featured performers for this 2 night event include Way Out West, Gabriel Ayala and the Southern Arizona Women's Choir.

As one of the world’s 10 best botanical gardens (as rated by Travel + Leisure magazine) Tohono Chul Park enables visitors to immerse themselves in nature, art and culture through desert trails, themed gardens, vibrant art and cultural exhibits, eclectic shops and inspiring classes. Originally a family residence, for the past 25 years the Park has enriched the lives of Tucsonans and visitors by providing them the opportunity to find peace, inspiration and knowledge in this desert corner oasis.

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Phoenix ZooLights Is Making Spirits Merry & Bright

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

Take a walk on the wild side through the Phoenix Zoo that has been transformed into Wildlife In Wild Lights. This magical event features 3.5 million twinkling, dancing lights making it one of the largest holiday lights shows in the country.

ZooLights has are more than 600 glimmering light sculptures. Although animal viewing is limited as most of the animals are sleeping, you will see zebra, otter, flamingos, watusi cattle and others in the animal kingdom that have more nocturnal habits. As for the rest, you'll definitely see many of their likenesses lit up for your viewing enjoyment.

ZooLights has gone green using LED (light-emitting diode) lights that consume far less energy than standard light bulbs. They also require less energy to manufacture, thereby reducing their environmental impact even further. The millions of lights are powered by SRP EarthWise Energy, a more environmentally friendly way to produce electricity. EarthWise Energy helps keep our Valley clean by producing energy from sun, wind, the earth’s heat and flowing water in our canals.

Among the many features of this spectacular light show are:

Gigantic new 3D praying mantis
Life-size unicorn under a rainbow near Orang-Hutan
Giant light display shining on the butte behind the African Savanna
24 foot diameter lighted sphere floating on the lake
Life size, 3D lion (great photo opportunity!)
Stunning Music in Motion dancing tree show
Live animal presentation
Carousel and camel rides* (*Fees apply)

Jengo the giraffe is one of the animals that likes staying up late and can't wait to see his many friends enjoying Wildlife in Wild Lights. Each ticket purchase for ZooLights helps the Phoenix Zoo fund their educational programs, conservation projects and feed the animals.

You can purchase your tickets online for this memorable holiday event.

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Fiesta Feliz In Tucson Arizona December 2, 2011

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

Fiesta Feliz is an educational dance and music spectacular! Journey with Tio Vicente, from Puppet Mukik , through holiday traditions of the United States and Mexico. Loved by young and old alike you don't want to miss the 11th Annual production that celebrates, through music and dance, cherished holiday customs.

Be sure to make plans to attend this special event on December 2, 2011 at the Fox Theatre in downtown Tucson, Arizona. Buy your tickets online.

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Glendale Glitters

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

What is synonymous with holiday fun on Thanksgiving weekend in the Valley of the Sun? It is the Glendale Glitters Spectacular. More than 1.5 million light illuminate the 16 block Historic Downtown area of Glendale during this FREE event that attracts thousands of visitors.

Named Critics' Choice for the Best Festival in the Valley in 2008 by azcentral.com, this well loved celebration features hand-crafted holiday gifts, entertainment, horse drawn carriages, a children's winter wonderland and much, much more.

Arizona is a mecca for the very best holiday celebrations with events planned throughout the State between now and early January. Check back to this website often for detailed information on the many celebrations and festivals or click here for a detailed calendar of what's coming up.

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Luminaria Nights In Tubac Arizona

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

A unique holiday experience you don't want to miss is Tubac, Arizona's annual Luminaria Nights~Fiesta de Navidad on December 2 and 3. Hundred of visitors flock to this quaint artists' colony during the 2 night event to bask in the flickering light of hundreds of candle-fueled luminarias that line the village streets.

This event honors the tradition of giving with free entertainment that includes caroling, roving musicians, live reindeer and refreshments at many of the shops. Enjoy Christmas shopping in a non traditional environment and the special feeling that comes with giving family and friends one of a kind gifts, many of which can't be found anywhere else.

Tubac, Arizona named by American Style Magazine as a Top 25 Arts Destination for U.S. “Small Cities and Towns,” is home to numerous art galleries and local shops selling unique American and Southwestern goods. The town's motto of "Where Art and History Meet" can be experienced through the art galleries, locally owned shops and businesses that line Tubac’s streets, giving the town its walk-able, friendly feel. Local restaurants cater to tourists and residents alike with options for every budget and taste.

Nestled within the scenic high desert vistas of Santa Cruz County, the small town is just short drive south of Green Valley. Warm temperatures year round and a thriving local community in close proximity to a major city ensure Tubac, Arizona real estate is always in demand.

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