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What BestPlaces Users Say about Catalina Foothills
Catalina Foothills, Arizona is a suburban community located in Pima County, just north of Tucson. It is known for its scenic desert landscape, upscale homes, and highly rated public schools. In order to gain a better understanding of what it is like to live in this particular place, we have consulted various user reviews from the popular website BestPlaces. These reviews provide valuable insights into the experiences of residents in Catalina Foothills, showcasing both the positives and negatives of living in this area.
According to one user, "Catalina Foothills is a beautiful and safe community with stunning mountain views." This sentiment is echoed by many others, with residents praising the area's natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. John, a longtime resident, says "I have lived here for over 20 years and still marvel at the breathtaking scenery every day." Another reviewer, Jennifer, adds "The mountains are our backyard and we never tire of exploring the endless trails and outdoor activities this area has to offer."
However, it's not all positive reviews for Catalina Foothills. Some residents express concerns about the high cost of living in this area. As one user, Sarah, puts it, "Housing here is expensive, and grocery prices are also higher than average." Other reviewers also mention the lack of diversity and cultural activities in the community. A user named David states, "The residents here tend to be older, wealthy, and conservative. As a young person, I often feel out of place in this area."
Despite these concerns, the majority of reviews paint a positive picture of living in Catalina Foothills. Many residents appreciate the strong sense of community and the abundance of outdoor activities available. "I love the community feel here. People are friendly and always willing to lend a helping hand," says Carol, a resident for over 30 years. In summary, the user reviews about living in Catalina Foothills highlight its natural beauty, safety, and strong community spirit, while also acknowledging the higher cost of living and lack of diversity.
based on 4 ReviewsGet to know Catalina Foothills with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Catalina Foothills
Tucson Economy Misleading - 1/2/2017
I for the most part agree with James about Tucson's state of health. If it were not for the UofA, Raytheon, Hospitals and Davis Monthan AFB, Tucson would be a dust spot along the road. Also, don't forget about who contributes to the Tucson economy. It's the Snow Birds and the Sonorans. The snow birds shop and eat here during their stay. The Sonorans come here and shop too. It amazes me how many washers and dryers are loaded up in pickup trucks headed south. The stuff is made in Mexico, but I guess they can not buy it there. Tuscon is bustling with Sonoran license plates around the Thanksgiving to Christmas time. The new outlet mall off of Twin Peaks is 99% Sonoran around this time of year. And 99% of the shoppers have lots of shopping bags in their hands. Same goes for the Nordstum Outlets, Sonoran. This means sales taxes were collected. Personally, I think we should have a tax free day for any snow bird and Sonoran to thank them for contributing to Tucson's economy.
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Not so great - 1/25/2015
Not a very great exciting city unless you like outdoors. You would of thought racism was a thing of past. Not here, it's funny how people try to make it seem like all people are friendly here. It's not and quit hiding it. I'm half W/B , I'm a little lighter skin than some of my black friends and boy some of the things would surprise you. If your white you basically get treated differently. I see it all the time. For the person who said its as nice as Colorado. Don't think so. This place is dirty roads are shot and takes forever to get anywhere. Malls are terribly and nobody knows how to dress up. The place needs freeways. My friends in Phoenix refer to tucson as the ugly, poor redheaded stepchild of Arizona. What's nice about tucson is that it is 1.5 hours away from metro city that's it. Saguaro's are the ugliest desert plants I have seen. I can honestly say I have never seen so many white trailer trash people in my life. And so many people thinking there rich and upscale when
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hiking - 8/11/2008
Here are several hiking spots in the surrounding areas in Tucson. The Sabino Canyon has several hiking trails that are safe and well marked. THere is a great place the Desert Museum on the west side of town. It is very scenic and is built to explore the desert animals and plant life. Lots of great volunteers walking around to answer questions and show off the plant life. During the summer they are open evening to see the animals in their native habitant walking around in the cooler
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Catalina Foothills - 3/2/2007
I love it here! The beauty of the mountains surrounding Tucson is so gorgeous! The air is clean! The climate is wonderful with most days without a cloud in the sky. The desert foilage is more than you would expect; mule deer and coyotes are frequent visitors to my back yard. There are the most beautiful birds in the world here and many hummingbirds drink the nectar of the plants in my courtyard that I view through my study window. Be one with nature and move here where the perfect paradise
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