Alta Vista is a popular ungated community located adjacent to Ventana Canyon and Finesterra. For those seeking a low HOA fee and who are not interested in a community pool (many homes have their own) and other rec facilities, this is a good choice. Also it is popular because it is close to Ventana Vista Elementary School in coveted Catalina Foothills District 16 School District.

5750 E Placita Varas just sold for 965K; listed by the Lee Group Realty both now and when it last sold in 2007 for $1,100,000, this home boasts dramatic Santa Catalina Mountain views and it has a rare, negative edge pool.