Arizona's Affordable Hidden Suburb Outside Tucson Was Once A Thriving Mining Town
Once a bustling copper town, this rural Arizona community near Tucson now draws attention for its low costs, desert scenery, and rich history.
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Once a bustling copper town, this rural Arizona community near Tucson now draws attention for its low costs, desert scenery, and rich history.
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