The Groves offers a calm and tranquil neighborhood with easy car access and convenient parking. The generally flat terrain supports cycling, adding to transportation options. Residents can find several bus lines nearby, providing public transit alternatives. The neighborhood features a selection of primary schools, including both public and private options, while grocery stores and about ten restaurants and coffee shops are within reach. The Groves is well-known for its access to green spaces such as Los Alamos Park and approximately ten other parks nearby. Housing choices vary widely, from mobile homes to small apartment buildings and single detached homes, built mostly between the 1960s and 1990s.
People who prefer a slower-paced environment will enjoy The Groves. This part of the city is very quiet overall, as the streets are generally especially calm. Finally, it is easy to access green spaces in the neighborhood since there are around 10 of them nearby for residents to enjoy.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
A 47‑acre recreational hub on Citrus’s eastern edge featuring sand volleyball courts, a shaded playground, tennis facilities via the Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center, and three lighted baseball fields at the Gene Autry Baseball Complex—offering family‑friendly sports and leisure just steps from home.
Located on the western boundary of Citrus, this park offers wide open green fields and a basketball court—providing a neighborhood staple for casual recreation and community gathering.
Citrus kids attend Franklin at Alma Elementary (preK–8), a top‑graded school in Mesa Unified School District, and then move on to A‑minus rated Mountain View High School, known for its strong academic and extracurricular programs including a standout marching band and Model UN.
A nearby shopping and dining strip featuring local favorites like Salsa Cabana and Boca Taqueria, offering convenient Mexican fare and everyday essentials just a stone’s throw from the heart of Citrus.
While not within the neighborhood’s boundaries, Citrus’s convenient access to Mesa’s downtown cultural offerings—including the Mesa Arts Center, Mesa Grande Cultural Park—and outdoor experiences along the Salt River or at Usery Mountain Regional Park enhances the local lifestyle with history, art, and desert recreation.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
A heartfelt way for Mesa area residents—including those near Citrus—to celebrate Mother’s Day with live Mariachi music and folklórico dancing, offering cultural richness and family-friendly entertainment close to home.
Local residents can experience this iconic dance production celebrating a new generation of Riverdance talent—an accessible and memorable cultural outing in downtown Mesa.
Families and gaming enthusiasts in Citrus/Mesa can explore a free, family‑friendly trading card game expo with vendors, giveaways, and activities—perfect for collectors and casual visitors alike.
A friendly, local monthly gathering right in Citrus Gardens where neighbors can meet, chat, and play Hand Foot and Toe—a warm community event literally in your backyard.
Residents can enjoy shopping from local vendors indoors on a hot May day, supporting small businesses and discovering handmade goods within Mesa’s comfortable setting.
K‑pop fans living near Citrus/Mesa can gather for a creative, themed community event featuring specialty drinks, merch vendors, and fun photo opportunities inspired by BTS culture.
Stories, updates, and things to know in Citrus
Local characteristics and demographics for Citrus
