Santa Cruz is the smallest county in Arizona with a total of
1,238 square miles. The population for Santa Cruz County, Arizona is 47,669.
While the population density is 38.3 inhabitants per square mile. The Santa Cruz River (Holy Cross) was named by
Father Kino who founded several missions along the river in south central Arizona.
Santa Cruz County, Arizona is a landscape of wonder, beauty,
and biodiversity. We are in the heart of the Sky Island and Desert Seas region.
The highest elevation summit is 9,453 above
sea level. Our majestic mountains encompass lower elevations of the Sonoran
Desert and the Santa Cruz River Valley. In Santa Cruz County, Arizona nearly 100% of our water supply comes from our streams and groundwater aquifers, which are fed entirely by local rainfall. Because
of the area’s range of elevations and habitat types, a diversity of birds, white-tailed deer, jaguars, and mountain lions can
be found here.
Our communities are built around these beautiful and serene
natural surroundings. Where residents’ benefit of living in the valley nestled
by the mountain ranges with clean fresh air every day to having quick access to
national parks, streams, and lakes. Included below are houses for sale by community in Santa Cruz County, Arizona and surrounding areas.
