Mural art on a brick wall saying 'Greetings from Tucson' with colorful illustrations inside the letters, including a cactus, a blue skull, a woman, a maze, and a skeleton.
A man with short gray hair standing in a Tucson desert landscape with cacti and mountains in the background.

I came to Tucson for the sunshine, mountain views, and a slower pace of life, and quickly discovered a city full of character and surprises. Making Tucson Home is where I share what I’ve learned, what I’m still exploring, and what I’d tell a friend who’s curious about living here. If you’re moving to Tucson, thinking about it, or already here and getting to know the city, I hope this site helps you feel more at home.

Thanks for visiting,
Perry

Front door of a yellow stucco house in Barrio Viejo with two narrow windows, one on each side of the door, and tall cactus plants flanking each side of the door. A hanging exterior light fixture is above the door.

Every neighborhood has its own feel, from historic streets to mountain views. Start here to explore a few of Tucson’s best-known areas.

Explore Neighborhoods

Places to Call Home

Mercado District. People dining and socializing at outdoor patio with tables, chairs, umbrellas, trees, and sunlight.
Moving boxes, a rolled rug, a leather bag with a cloth, and a branch with leaves on top of the boxes are in a living room with wooden flooring, a gray couch, a potted plant, and a glass door with curtains.

My go-to list of shops, restaurants, museums, markets, and day trips that make Tucson such a fun place to explore.

See My Favorites

Local Favorites

Moving, buying, selling, and the in-between can feel like a lot. I help people make big home changes feel more manageable.

How I Can Help

Home Transitions

Close-up of three colorful woven fabrics with geometric stripe patterns, draped over a wooden rod.

Handmade rugs, leather goods, and small-batch pieces, plus what I’m bringing to local craft markets.

What I’m Making

From My Studio

Thinking of making Tucson home?
Let’s talk.