Condos Near the University of Arizona: Faculty, Staff, and Student Housing at Placita Escondida

Condos Near the University of Arizona: Own Instead of Rent

If you work at or attend the University of Arizona, you know how expensive and limited housing options are near campus. Rents in the University area have climbed significantly while providing zero equity in return. Placita Escondida offers a smarter alternative: brand new condos just minutes from campus where your monthly payment builds ownership instead of paying a landlord.

Close to Campus Without the Campus Chaos

Located at River Road and Campbell Avenue, Placita Escondida sits north of the University area in one of Tucson's most desirable corridors. The commute to campus is short and easy via Campbell Avenue, and the Rillito River Trail provides a direct bike path connection. You get proximity to the University without living in the density and noise of the immediate campus neighborhood. The community is gated, providing security and quiet that student-area rentals simply cannot offer.

An Investment That Works for Faculty, Staff, and Parents

For University of Arizona faculty and staff, owning at Placita Escondida means building equity in a new construction home with a builder warranty and HOA-managed exterior maintenance. For parents of University students, purchasing a condo can be more cost-effective than four years of rent payments, with the option to keep it as an investment property after graduation. Homes start from the mid $200s with special builder financing that can make monthly ownership costs competitive with area rents.

Tour the Models Today

Placita Escondida offers one and two-bedroom new construction homes in a gated community on the Rillito River Trail. Walk to St. Philip's Plaza, Trader Joe's, and dozens of restaurants. Call (520) 351-0040 or visit PlacitaEscondida.com to schedule a tour and explore your financing options.