TUCSON, Ariz. (December 2, 2025) — A newly constructed 11-unit multifamily community, “The 11 on Limberlost” has sold for $2,000,000 in a transaction that closed on November 20, 2025. The sale reflects pricing of $181,818 per unit and $165.29 per square foot.

Built in 2025, the 12,100-square-foot community comprises eleven 2-bedroom / 2-bathroom units and was completed in August 2025, following construction permits issued on December 18, 2024. The development transformed a previously vacant infill parcel into a modern, turnkey rental community with strong appeal to renters.

The property includes a gated perimeter and secured entry, beautifully finished interiors, in-unit washers and dryers, and air conditioning in all units, aligning with current demand for high-quality, low-maintenance rental housing.

Because Limberlost includes a broad mix of older homes, modest single-family residences, and an increasing amount of new infill redevelopment, this 11-unit project represents a value-added, modern infill product that fills a clear niche: renters seeking newer units in an established — but not luxury-priced — neighborhood. Given the sales and rental price levels for older housing stock in Limberlost, these newly constructed units may command a premium, supporting stable rental demand and strong occupancy. The neighborhood’s location, with convenient access to amenities, transit routes, and central Tucson, further enhances its appeal to tenants who prioritize convenience and modern finishes over suburban location.

The seller was JCM Development.

The brokerage team of Allan Mendelsberg and Joey Martinez with Cushman & Wakefield|PICOR Multi-Family handled the transaction. Contact Allen Mendelssberg at 520.546.2721 and Joey Martinez at 520.546.2730, for more information.

Source: RED Comp #12207

SAHUARITA, Ariz. (December 2, 2025) — In a quiet but significant move marking the builder’s return to the Rancho Sahuarita master-planned community, D.R. Horton has purchased 30 finished lots in the new Entrada Del Toro neighborhood. The sale closed on November 20, 2025, for $2,825,625 ($94,188 per lot).

The acquisition represents D.R. Horton’s first foothold within Entrada Del Toro, one of Rancho Sahuarita’s newest residential phases on the community’s growing southern side. While Horton has previously built homes in other Rancho Sahuarita neighborhoods, this bulk purchase signals the company’s next chapter within the 3,000-acre master plan.

A Strategic Early Entry into Entrada Del Toro

The lots are part of an active development phase within Entrada Del Toro, where subdivision improvements are still underway. D.R. Horton’s purchase positions the builder early in the neighborhood’s buildout as remaining lots move toward completion. Entrada Del Toro is one of several new neighborhoods expanding the community’s residential capacity and diversifying its homebuilder lineup, which already includes Lennar, KB Home, Richmond American, Meritage Homes and Century Communities.

Rancho Sahuarita has not yet issued a public press release regarding Horton’s entry into the neighborhood, suggesting that formal announcements may align with model home construction or an upcoming builder rollout.

A Community Recognized for Affordability and Quality of Life

In 2024, the Town of Sahuarita was named one of the “50 Most Affordable Suburbs in the U.S.” by a national suburban-affordability ranking cited by local real-estate media. The write-up highlighted Rancho Sahuarita as the heart of Sahuarita’s appeal, emphasizing its combination of affordable, high-quality homes and strong community amenities — factors that continue to draw residents into the rapidly growing I-19 corridor.

Momentum Continues in Sahuarita’s Expanding Housing Market

The addition of D.R. Horton marks another milestone in Sahuarita’s residential growth cycle. Demand remains steady in the I-19 corridor, with Rancho Sahuarita continuing to draw families seeking amenities, schools, parks, and master-planned features that have defined the community for more than two decades.

Entrada Del Toro has emerged as a key component of the community’s next phase, incorporating updated design standards, enhanced connectivity, and new recreational elements. Horton’s participation is expected to bring a new product lineup and price range to the area once models begin vertical construction.

The 30-lot acquisition positions Horton as one of the core builders in the Entrada Del Toro subdivision, expanding housing options in one of Southern Arizona’s most active residential corridors.

Source: RED Comp #12208

TUCSON, AZ  (December 1, 2025) — With a shortened holiday work week and no reported lease transactions, Real Estate Daily News is providing a special Holiday Week Market Snapshot in place of the standard weekly lease report. While deal announcements were quiet, the underlying fundamentals in Southern Arizona’s industrial, retail, and office sectors remain active, with tenant searches, construction progress, and holiday-season activity continuing to shape the region’s commercial real estate landscape. Below is a sector-by-sector look at the trends driving the Tucson market as we begin December. All market data in this snapshot is sourced from the Trend Report December 2025 issue, “Pivot to 2026.”

INDUSTRIAL MARKET SNAPSHOT

Vacancy & Demand

• Tucson’s industrial vacancy is sitting in the 4.2%–4.5% range.
• South Airport, Northwest, and Southwest continue to show the tightest conditions.
• Tenant search activity is still strongest in the 3,000–10,000 square foot bracket.

Most of the region’s vacancy softness is tied to one major availability — the Black & Decker distribution facility — rather than broad market weakness. Requirements in the 3,000–10,000 SF range remain the dominant driver of tours.

Construction Pipeline

• Over 700,000 square feet of space remains under construction regionwide.
• Deliveries have slowed enough that vacancy is not rising.
• Developers continue to face power-capacity limits in certain submarkets.

Tenant Search Patterns  being  reported

• Small-bay flex with 14–16’ clear.
• Dock-high for 15k–40k users.
• Yard-heavy sites in the Southwest and Northwest.

RETAIL MARKET SNAPSHOT

Openings

• Retail openings remain active across Tucson, Marana, Sahuarita, and Oro Valley.
• November saw consistent grand openings.

Demand Themes

• QSR pads and drive-thrus remain the most competitive segment.
• Medical retail and boutique fitness continue steady expansion.
• Second-generation space is absorbing quickly, especially 1,200–3,000 SF bays.

Vacancy

• Shopping center vacancy is hovering near 6%, the lowest in more than a decade.

Holiday Retail Activity

• Centers saw higher traffic starting the week before Thanksgiving, reflecting stronger consumer foot traffic versus last year.

OFFICE MARKET SNAPSHOT

Stabilization Signs

• Vacancy has flattened in the 16%–17% range.
• Class A outperforming Class B and C.
• Medical office strongest, especially in Oro Valley and the Foothills.

Tenant Trends

• Most active suite sizes: 1,500–3,000 square feet.
• Rising preference for turn-key medical or move-in-ready professional spaces continues to rise.
• Downtown demand remains mixed but is not declining further.

With Thanksgiving week behind us, seasonal patterns will continue to shape commercial real estate activity across Southern Arizona. While leasing activity typically eases during the holiday season, the investment side of the market often moves in the opposite direction. Year-end deadlines, particularly for buyers completing 1031 exchanges, usually contribute to a measurable uptick in sales volume across Southern Arizona. Real Estate Daily News will continue monitoring lease announcements, retail openings, permit activity, and end-of-year sales, and will resume the standard weekly lease report as soon as new transactions are publicly released.