Marana, AZ Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

35 Discussions
230 Replies
470 Upvotes
Lydia M.

Unpopular opinion about Marana

Longtime lurker here, It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What do you all think? Cheers.

9 replies 26 upvotes best-worst
Susan C.

Studio apartments in Marana -options?

Hey, I'm originally from Kansas City and Rent is about $1,702/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $380,100, which seems about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots? Honestly, I think it's a...

2 replies 23 upvotes housing
Savannah Murphy

Internet providers in Marana?

Anyone else feel this way? I've been here for 14 years and Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,702 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is...

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Camila Brown

Best industries in Marana right now

Hello, I work in media and Homes are going for about $380,100 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Zoe R.

Is Marana still affordable?

Hey, I relocated for work and With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 70--F, so it's warm year-round. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast ...

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Daniel G.

Moving to Marana for work -advice?

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $380,100, which seems about average. With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is defin...

2 replies 12 upvotes moving
Helen G.

Studio apartments in Marana -options?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $380,100, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,702/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $380,100 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just...

7 replies 28 upvotes housing
John Walker

Is Marana a good place to live?

There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

6 replies 5 upvotes living
Helen G.

Grocery stores in Marana -recommendations?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $380,100 on average. Household incomes average around $108,256 in Marana. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs?

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Susan C.

Best areas to explore in Marana?

Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $108,256 in Marana. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Mateo Cooper

Anyone else love living in Marana?

OK so Homes are going for about $380,100 on average. Median household income is $108,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. TIA! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The...

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John Walker

Top 5 things I love about Marana

I'm a remote worker and It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong here? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

1 replies 29 upvotes best-worst
Madelyn Cruz

Co-working spaces in Marana?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thoughts?

17 replies 6 upvotes jobs
Hudson Hall

What's it really like living in Marana?

So, The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

18 replies 10 upvotes living
Susan C.

Pros and cons of Marana after 6 years

Curious what people think. I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,702/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned? People here are genuinely fri...

8 replies 9 upvotes living
Madelyn Cruz

Living in Marana -the reality

Alright, Just moved here 6 months ago and Median household income is $108,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most families end up.

6 replies 17 upvotes living
Hudson Hall

Anyone work in healthcare in Marana?

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 40s, and Average temperature is around 70--F, so it's warm year-round. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Should I be concerned? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

7 replies 12 upvotes jobs
Judith L.

Commute times in Marana -how bad?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Household incomes average around $108,256 in Marana. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Helen G.

How is Marana for outdoor activities?

Hello, We're a young couple and With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the r...

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Lydia M.

Affordable areas near Marana?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 15 years and Homes are going for about $380,100 on average. Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, som...

0 replies 11 upvotes housing
Thomas Gutierrez

Top 5 things I love about Marana

Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Marana sits at 71.7 per 100K. With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thoughts? Cost of living is definitel...

3 replies 1 upvotes best-worst
Camila Brown

Honest thoughts on life in Marana

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $108,256 in Marana. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Would love some local perspective.

3 replies 9 upvotes living
Ariana K.

Moving from Cleveland to Marana next month

Hey, Just moved here 5 months ago and With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Eliana Walker

First time home buyer in Marana

Alright, Just moved here 2 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,702 for rent here. Rent is about $1,702/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be...

5 replies 18 upvotes housing
Elena

Marana job market vs Boston

So, Household incomes average around $108,256 in Marana. The median home value here is around $380,100, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,702/month for a decent place. With a population of 54,487, Marana is a smaller city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weat...

2 replies 4 upvotes jobs
Cameron Allen

Best neighborhoods in Marana

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $108,256 in Marana. Median household income is $108,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What are your...

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Elena

What to expect moving to Marana?

Hey folks, I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 54,487 people. Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $380,100, which seems about average. Public transit needs a lot of work h...

7 replies 17 upvotes moving
Daniel G.

Most overrated things about Marana

First post here. Poverty rate is 4.4%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $108,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cheers. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's b...

2 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
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