Rocking K Neighborhoods
As you enter Rocking K, you’ll discover fourteen distinct neighborhoods, each thoughtfully designed by one of nine premier homebuilders—each bringing their own unique sense of place. Whether you're looking for a cozy retreat or a spacious family home, you’ll find a variety of floor plans tailored to every budget. And beyond the front door, an extensive network of multi-use trails and paths weaves through the community, encouraging outdoor exploration and easy connectivity between neighborhoods, parks, and open spaces.
Unparalleled Location
In today’s world, where remote work allows for living anywhere, choosing the right location is key—and Rocking K is an exceptional choice.
• High Sonoran Desert Offering Breathtaking Landscapes and Panoramic Mountain Views
• Top-Ranked Schools and Universities
• Welcoming and Vibrant Community
• Conveniently Located to Urban Centers and Major Employers
• Easy Access to Coastal and Mountain Getaways
With its stunning natural surroundings, strong community feel, and convenient location, Rocking K offers the best of both worlds—serene desert living with access to urban and outdoor experiences.
Education at Rocking K
In today’s world, where remote work allows for living anywhere, choosing the right location is key—and Rocking K is an Rocking K is within the award-winning Vail Unified School District and Saguaro Creek K-8 is located within the Rocking K Master Planned Community. Lifelong Learning, Close to Home: Vail Unified School District, Pima Community College and the University of Arizona.
With a commitment to education and an on-site K-8 school, Rocking K is a perfect place for families looking for top-rated schools and a supportive learning environment.
Shopping & Essentials
Rocking K residents are just minutes away from Houghton Town Center and the Houghton Road business corridor. In addition, Rincon Valley Farmers & Artisans Market and the Rocking K Grocery & Restaurant Bar and are adjacent to Rocking K Master Planned Community, other conveniently located services include Grocery stores and Retail shops.
Major Employers near Rocking K
Remote Work & Local Career Opportunities: Rocking K offers the perfect balance of work-from-home convenience and easy access to major employers in the Tucson area. The new 3-mile extension of Valencia Road (completed in 2020) provides a direct connection between Rincon Valley and Tucson’s growing southeast employment centers. Explore job opportunities with leading employers in the region. Rocking K offers an ideal location for both remote workers and those commuting to Southern Arizona’s top employers! They include: The Chamber of Southern Arizona – Economic development and job growth in Tucson, Sun Corridor Inc., The Tucson Metro Chamber and The Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce – Local business connections & networking.
Local Small Businesses
In addition to larger retail centers, small boutique businesses near Rocking K provide unique shopping and dining experiences.
With major retailers, boutique shops, dining, and medical services just minutes away, Rocking K offers both convenience and a high quality of life for its residents!
Healthcare Within Minutes
Two regional medical centers have new hospitals close by, ensuring top-tier medical care:
Located at Old Spanish Trail & Houghton Road
Located at Drexel & Houghton Road
Community Gallery
See Rocking K come to life through photos! Explore the latest events, scenic landscapes, and community happenings in and around Rocking K. View the gallery here: Live Rocking K Gallery
Discover the beauty, lifestyle, and vibrant community that make Rocking K a special place to call home!
Rocking K South Master Homeowners' Association(RKSMHOA)
Enhancing Community Living
The Rocking K HOA exists to serve its builder and resident members and facilitate a smooth transition into a home in the Rocking K Master Planned Community. In addition, unique to Rocking K, is a distinctive commitment to provide activities, events and programming designed to turn neighbors into friends. Learn more at: rockingkhoa.com
Managed by AAM
The Rocking K Master Planned community is managed by Associated Asset Management (AAM), a national organization with a large portfolio and specialized divisions. AAM works closely with homeowners, builders, and contractors to preserve the community’s integrity while fostering a welcoming and engaged neighborhood.
Services & Responsibilities
Provide and Enforce the Association’s Community Governing Documents
- Day-to-day community operations & maintenance
- Organizing lifestyle programs & events
- Communicating important news & updates
HOA Dues
The 2025 base HOA dues for Rocking K are $80.50 per month.
AAM is dedicated to building a strong, connected community where Rocking K residents can truly feel at home.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS 2025
This is Rocking K
Rocking K currently has approximately 950 occupied homes as of Q1 2025, with a planned build-out of over 4,000 homes. Diamond Community Park’s 12-acre first phase of the 20-acre park is complete. Vail Unified School District has an ample 25-acre campus for a Kindergarten through 8th Grade School.
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HOME BUILDERS
NEIGHBORHOODS
MILES OF INTERNAL &
EXTERNAL TRAILS
NATIONAL, REGIONAL
AND STATE PARKS
DESIGNATED
OPEN SPACE
- In Vail, a Census Designated Place, is a bedroom community of Tucson, and part of the Tucson MSA with a 1 million population +
- Median Household Income in Vail is $94K +, Vail Average Household Income $117K
- Vail’s annual growth rate for the last decade is 3.0%
- The Tucson MSA is encircled by 5 mountain ranges.
- There are 286 days of sunshine and Tucson is nationally top-ranked when it comes to clean air.
- The Tucson region one of America’s top bike-friendly areas in the U.S.
- Tucson is home to the University of Arizona, founded in 1885 and ranked among the top 100 universities in the U.S.
- Arizona is known for entrepreneurship and is one of the top-10 states in the country to start a business.
- Arizona has a 40% higher job growth rate in the technology sector than the U.S. overall.
- The patent rate in Tucson per capita of workers exceeds that of Arizona and the nation and ranks among the highest among western states.
- Sunny coastal beaches and mountain ski lodges are short 4-6 hour drives from Tucson.
- Tucson is known as the “Astronomy Capital of the World” with unparalleled night skies.
- Tucson is known for its indigenous, creative food culture. Tucson was the first U.S. city designated as a UNESCO (United Nations’ Education, Science and Culture Organization) City of Gastronomy,
- The first phase of Rocking K includes Pulte, Lennar, KB Home and Richmond American and there are more builders to come.
- Rocking K Homes have larger back yards than those in typical subdivisions, and 2/3rds of the homes back up onto natural open space.
- In the first phase, builders are offering 35 different single story and two-story homes from 1,400 to 3,800 sq. ft., something for every age and stage of life and budget.
- Multi-use sidewalks, paths and trails are the basis of connecting neighborhoods within Rocking K. In the first phase there are more than 10+ miles of trails being constructed.
- Vail is located within Pima County, the home of numerous County, State and National Parks and attractions.
- Within Rocking K, neighborhoods and homes are located within the more than 30% designated and protected natural desert open space.
- The Rincon Valley and Rocking K are located in the Sonoran desert, the native home to the saguaro cactus species, Carnegiea gigantea. The saguaro can grow over 40’ feet tall and live more than 150 years. It is protected in Arizona under the Native Plant Protection Act.