Whether you are looking for the ideal place to retire or are dreaming of an active relaxed lifestyle, Green Valley, Arizona is the place for you. There are a interesting activities guaranteed to keep both your mind and body alert and invigorated as well as many fantastic places to visit.
Located in the Santa Cruz area at the foot of the Santa Rita Mountains, Green Valley is 20 miles from Tucson and 40 miles from the Mexican border. The area boasts a cool climate which is said to beat Phoenix and Tucson by a mile with its average 85° temperature and some 300 rain-free days. Green Valley is a great area to retire for those of all interests ranging from golfing and hiking to bird watching.
Green Valley is home to many 55+ communities with social activities and facilities of each community open to residents of other communities who are members of the Green Valley Association. With around 10,000 households, the population density is about 658 persons per square mile. With 73% of the population being 65 years of age or older, the median age is 72 years. It is estimated there are 79 men over 18 for every 100 women. Real estate options range from small villas to vast estates with homes ranging from the newly constructed to those averaging 30 years of structural age.
Green Valley residents have 9 golf courses at their beckon call as well as swimming pools, fitness centers and craft studios. There are numerous opportunities for volunteerism in medical facilities and various clubs and community organizations.
One of the most interesting places for residents to visit is the yet to be completed Anza Trail which follows the pathway used by explorer, Juan Bautista Anza, whether on foot or horseback. Retired educators have the opportunity to experience the oldest schoolhouse in the state of Arizona.
Arizona-Sonora Museum offers the chance to see desert plants and animals with free admission including many exhibits both inside and outside. The Chiricahua Monument is an interesting formation resulting from volcanic activity.
Bisbee Village located a short 100 mile distance from the Green Valley area is host to a western town complete with a copper mine.
Green Valley real estate is at a premium these days and in my opinion there is no other place in the United States better and more peaceful than Green Valley to either visit or retire.