Phoenix Arizona Real Estate

The roots of Phoenix date back as far as 300 A.D. which is when the Hohokam Indians settled in the area. The name Phoenix has mythical roots meaning that it rose from the ashes. Some would say this was true as Phoenix rose above the Indian ruins that were once prominent in the area.

The first huge population surge did not occur until around WWII. This was around the time that Phoenix became a very popular retirement destination. Phoenix was also becoming known for winter living destinations at this time.

During the 1980’s Phoenix continued to grow in both population and business. Over this time the area began changing, reinventing itself into what it has truly become today. Today in Phoenix you will see beautiful high rise buildings, arenas, and miles of economic opportunity. Technology opportunities are widespread. Corporations that are both domestic and international have offices located in Phoenix and many smaller businesses wisely choose to call this area there home as well.

Both commercial and investment real estate continues to break records as the years move on. This could be due to many factors. One of which has to do with the fact that Phoenix has a lower cost of living than many other major metropolitan areas. Despite becoming one of the biggest cities in the nation, Phoenix is still a very affordable place to live.

Phoenix wanted to remove the sense of isolation that can be found in rural areas and created the village plan. The plan states that there are distinct neighborhoods within the city that are specifically for residential, retail, and commercial developments. This allows for a stronger sense of neighborhood living.

Some would say that it is almost impossible to get around without a car in Phoenix. In 1985 Phoenix began constructing an enormous freeway system. The main freeway and all connections that have been added on help greatly with cutting down travel times around the city. For those that cannot or chose not to drive the metro area bus system and ride share programs offer excellent alternatives and will see that you get wherever you need to go.

Phoenix is home to more than 20 hospitals in the greater metropolitan area. These include both state of the art hospital facilities and research centers. There are also many specialty clinics that have made Phoenix there home, this would include the highly respected Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

Thanks to Phoenix attitude on educational values and their progressive plans the area is a highly respected leader in public education. Basic skills and individual plans are embraced to see that everyone has just what they need to learn properly. There are many opportunities to express yourself including: art programs, physical education and sporting opportunities, foreign languages, and music education. In the primary grades teachers try and teach the basics along with positive reinforcement so children value their self esteem as well as their work habits. The area is filled with many charter and private schools as well so that residents have options of all kinds.

When thinking of higher education the area has many community colleges, universities, technical colleges, specialty classes, and adult education options. Phoenix does their absolute best to leave all options open for people of all shapes and sizes.

For those that do not live in Phoenix, the city is best described by breaking it up in several different areas. The basic area structure of Phoenix includes: North, South, Central, East, and West Phoenix. Each area is distinct, lively, and helps to make the entire city grow.

East Phoenix is filled with homes that were constructed from the 1950’s – 1970’s. The area has a natural feel to it thanks to the Camelback Mountains that decorate this area. The attractions include several amazing restaurants, the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, the Esplanade, and the Biltmore Fashion Park. The neighborhoods that line the streets of East Phoenix all offer an easy feeling about them. The styles and periods of the homes range to suit all styles of personality.

West Phoenix is surrounded by such communities as Glendale, Peoria, and Tolleson. Neighborhoods have been in existence since the 1950’s and offer a strong, mature feel. The homes offer well maintained structures, beautiful landscaping, and wide streets in residential areas. Many new homes, developments, and shopping plazas are beginning to show up in this area to replace the wide open space that was once a large portion of this area.

Central Phoenix is filled with such neighborhoods as the Biltmore area, Arcadia, and the Encanto-Palmcroft area. Neighborhoods feature such amenities as lush estates, mature landscaping, and diverse architecture. The Central area has many precious attractions such as Papago Park, the Phoenix Zoo, museums, and various stadiums.

North Phoenix is filled with many master planned communities and is close to the downtown district. The area once was largely known as a bedroom community but since has begun changing its image and is welcoming and opening to the new commercial activity in the area. The Arrowhead Towne Center Mall has created various shops, dining, and entertainment options in the area.

South Phoenix is filled with diversity no matter where you are looking. The area is home to the world’s largest municipal park, historic neighborhoods, and even a rather upscale master planned community. Residents are close to downtown, which means they are just minutes away from many retail opportunities, sporting events, and other attractions. Residential enclaves are also very popular in this area, some of the more well known include the Raven, a five star area located at the South Mountain Golf Club.

Living in Phoenix is unlike living anywhere in the United States. The area is filled with things to do and everything is represented. Activities from sporting events to cultural events are represented for all ages of the family. Phoenix has their own permanent ballet, opera, and theatre companies. They also have a very accomplished symphony that has made Phoenix their home.

The Orpheum Theatre and the Cricket Pavilion are just two local theatres that show everything from Broadway shows to local works of art. There are many fine galleries in the area as well that include The Phoenix Art Museum and the world famous Heard Museum.

To learn more about Phoenix, check out these websites: http://www.ci.phoenix.az.us/, http://phoenix.about.com/, and http://www.phoenixcvb.com/

Type	Name	Phone	Address	City
Elementary School	Abraham Lincoln	(602) 896-6300	10444 N 39th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Westpoint	(623) 876-7700	13700 W Greenway	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Acacia	(602) 896-5000	3021 W Evans Dr	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Aire Libre	(602) 493-6040	16428 N 21st St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Alfredo F Garcia	(602) 353-5110	1441 S 27th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Alhambra Traditional	(602) 484-8816	3736 W Osborn Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	All Saint's Episcopal Day School	(602) 274-4866	6300 N Central Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Alta E Butler	(602) 484-4724	3843 W Roosevelt St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Alta Vista	(602) 347-2000	8710 N 31st Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Ameri Schools Academy	(602) 532-0100	1333 W Camelback Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Amerischools Academy	(602) 340-1100	1837 N Central Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Andalucia	(623) 848-8646	4730 W Campbell Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Andalucia Primary	(623) 848-8420	4530 W Campbell Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Ann Ott	(602) 257-3915	1801 S 12th St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Arrowhead	(602) 493-6050	3820 E Nisbet Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Arthur M Hamilton	(602) 353-5330	2020 W Durango St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Augustus H Shaw Jr	(602) 257-3898	123 N 13th St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Balsz	(602) 275-6224	4309 E Belleview St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Boulder Creek	(480) 419-5640	22801 N 22nd St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Bret Tarver	(623) 691-1900	4308 N 51st Ave # 102	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Byron A Barry	(623) 691-5700	2533 N 60th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	C Cloves Campbell Sr	(602) 304-3170	2624 E South Mountain Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	C J Jorgensen	(602) 232-4990	1701 W Roeser Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	C O Greenfield	(602) 232-4240	7009 S 10th St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Cactus View	(602) 493-6280	17602 N Central Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Cactus Wren	(602) 347-2100	9650 N 39th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Camelview	(602) 664-7200	2002 E Campbell Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Campo Bello	(602) 493-6060	2650 E Contention Mine Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Capitol	(602) 257-3835	330 N 16th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Cartwright	(623) 691-4100	5833 W Thomas Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Catalina	(602) 841-7445	6331 N 39th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Cesar Chavez	(602) 232-4940	4001 S 3rd St	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Chancellor Charter	(602) 547-7920	18052 N Black Canyon	Phoenix, AZ
Elementary School	Chaparral	(602) 896-5300	3808 W Joan De Arc	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Andalucia	(623) 848-8646	4730 W Campbell Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Arizona School For The Arts	(602) 257-1444	1313 N 2nd St # 6	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Cholla School	(602) 896-5400	3120 W Cholla St	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Christ Lutheran	(602) 957-7010	3901 E Indian School	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Cordova	(602) 841-0704	5631 N 35th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Creighton	(602) 381-6060	2802 E Mcdowell Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Deer Valley	(623) 445-3300	21100 N 27th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Desert Foothills	(602) 896-5500	3333 W Banff Lane	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Desert Horizon	(623) 873-1001	8525 W Osborn Rd	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Desert Mountain	(623) 445-3500	35959 N 7th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Desert Sands	(623) 691-4900	6308 W Campbell Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Dragonfleye Charter	(602) 944-4322	10202 N 19th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Emmaus Ev Lutheran	(602) 942-0223	3841 W Sweetwater	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Esperanza Academy	(602) 243-7788	4838 S 2nd St	Phoenix, AZ
Middle School	Estrella	(623) 691-5400	3733 N 75th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Air Academy	(623) 247-4100	7544 W Indian School	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Alhambra	(602) 271-2000	3839 W Camelback	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Alternative Center For Education	(602) 257-3911	735 E Fillmore St	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Ameri Schools Academy	(602) 532-0100	1333 W Camelback	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Arcadia	(602) 952-6300	4703 E Indian School	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Arizona Lutheran Academy	(602) 268-8686	6036 S 27th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Arizona School For The Arts	(602) 257-1444	1313 N 2nd St # 6	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Barry Goldwater	(623) 445-3000	2820 W Rose Garden Lane	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Bennett Academy	(602) 943-1317	2930 W Bethany Home Rd	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Bostrom Alternative Center	(602) 271-2900	3535 N 27th Ave	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Bourgade Catholic	(602) 973-4000	4602 N 31st Ave	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Brophy College Preparatory	(602) 264-5291	4701 N Central Ave	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Camelback	(602) 271-2200	4612 N 28th St	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Career Success	(602) 285-5525	1777 W Camelback	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Carl Hayden	(602) 271-2400	3333 W Roosevelt St	Phoenix, AZ
High School	Central	(602) 271-2300	4525 N Central Ave	Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix city, Arizona Statistics
Subject	Number	Percent
Total Population:	1,321,045	100.0 %
Sex & Age
Male	671,760	50.9 %
Female	649,285	49.1 %
Under 5 years	114,516	8.7 %
5 to 9 years	111,367	8.4 %
10 to 14 years	99,471	7.5 %
15 to 19 years	97,425	7.4 %
20 to 24 years	103,873	7.9 %
25 to 34 years	227,481	17.2 %
35 to 44 years	211,442	16.0 %
45 to 54 years	157,615	11.9 %
55 to 59 years	52,623	4.0 %
60 to 64 years	38,437	2.9 %
65 to 74 years	58,309	4.4 %
75 to 84 years	36,879	2.8 %
85 years and over	11,607	0.9 %
Median age (years)	30.7	N/A
18 years and over	938,610	71.1 %
Male	475,454	36.0 %
Female	463,156	35.1 %
21 years and over	877,536	66.4 %
62 years and over	128,552	9.7 %
65 years and over	106,795	8.1 %
Male	44,476	3.4 %
Female	62,319	4.7 %
Race
One race	1,277,769	100.0 %
White	938,853	73.5 %
Black or African American	67,416	5.3 %
American Indian and Alaska Native	26,696	2.1 %
Asian	26,449	2.1 %
Asian Indian	4,481	0.4 %
Chinese	5,761	0.5 %
Filipino	4,757	0.4 %
Japanese	1,728	0.1 %
Korean	1,877	0.1 %
Vietnamese	5,301	0.4 %
Other Asian	2,544	0.2 %
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander	1,766	0.1 %
Native Hawaiian	498	0.0 %
Guamanian or Chamorro	358	0.0 %
Samoan	375	0.0 %
Other Pacific Islander	535	0.0 %
Some other race	216,589	17.0 %
Two or more races	43,276	3.4 %
Race alone or in combination with one or more other races:
White	975,418	76.3 %
Black or African American	76,065	6.0 %
American Indian and Alaska Native	35,093	2.7 %
Asian	33,194	2.6 %
Native Hawaiian and Other Islander	3,470	0.3 %
Some other race	243,358	19.0 %
Hispanic or Latino and race
Total Population	1,321,045	100.0 %
Hispanic or Latino (of any race)	449,972	34.1 %
Mexican	375,096	28.4 %
Puerto Rican	5,089	0.4 %
Cuban	1,952	0.1 %
Other Hispanic or Latino	67,835	5.1 %
Not Hispanic or Latino	871,073	65.9 %
White alone	736,844	55.8 %
Relationship
Total Population	1,321,045	100.0 %
In households	1,298,577	98.3 %
Householder	465,834	35.3 %
Spouse	218,516	16.5 %
Child	408,328	30.9 %
Own child under 18 years	329,177	24.9 %
Other relatives	106,103	8.0 %
Under 18 years	40,794	3.1 %
Non-relatives	99,796	7.6 %
Unmarried partner	34,849	2.6 %
In group quarters	22,468	1.7 %
Institutionalized population	12,948	1.0 %
Non-institutionalized population	9,520	0.7 %
Households by Type
Total Households	465,834	100.0 %
Family households (families)	307,243	66.0 %
With own children under 18 years	166,357	35.7 %
Married-couple family	218,516	46.9 %
With own children under 18 years	113,190	24.3 %
Female householder, no husband present	59,949	12.9 %
With own children under 18 years	37,656	8.1 %
Non-Family households	158,591	34.0 %
Householder living alone	118,422	25.4 %
Householder 65 years and over	29,249	6.3 %
Households with individuals under 18 years	185,126	39.7 %
Households with individuals 65 years and over	78,292	16.8 %
Average Household size	2.79	N/A
Average family size	3.39	N/A
Housing Occupancy
Total housing units	495,832	100.0 %
Occupied housing units	465,834	93.9 %
Vacant housing units	29,998	6.1 %
For seasonal, recreational, or occasional use	4,545	0.9 %
Homeowner vacancy rate (percent)	1.4	N/A
Rental vacancy rate (percent)	7.9	N/A
Housing Tenure
Occupied housing units	465,834	100.0 %
Owner-occupied housing units.	282,670	60.7 %
Renter-occupied housing units.	183,164	39.3 %
Average household size of owner-occupied units	2.89	N/A
Average household size of renter-occupied units	2.63	N/A

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