Why Live in Whispering Ranch
Whispering Ranch in Buckeye is a remote neighborhood characterized by its expansive desert landscape and large, undeveloped lots ranging from 4 to 5 acres. Residents often rely on solar panels or windmills for electricity and dig their own wells for water, though some properties near Patton Road are connected to the electrical grid. The area is known for its recreational features, with many residents creating personal horse arenas, campsites, and gardens. Off-roading is popular, especially along the dry Hassayampa River, and the nearby 770-acre Hassayampa River Preserve offers trails and birdwatching opportunities. For swimming and boating, Lake Pleasant Regional Park is 35 miles northeast, while the Vulture Mountains Recreation Area, set to open in 2025, will provide additional hiking and ATV trails 7 miles north. Shopping and dining options vary depending on location within Whispering Ranch; residents on the west side frequent Wickenburg, 16 miles north, while those on the east side head to Wittmann, 15 miles east, or Surprise, 26 miles south. Wickenburg hosts several annual events, including the Gold Rush Days Senior Pro Rodeo and the Wickenburg Bluegrass Festival. Access to the neighborhood is primarily via Patton Road and Vulture Mine Road, with Highway 60 providing routes to Surprise and downtown Phoenix, 53 miles away. Medical facilities include Wickenburg Community Hospital, 17 miles west, and Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, 24 miles east. Local schools, such as Festival Foothills Elementary and Wickenburg High, are approximately 20 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whispering Ranch a good place to live?
Whispering Ranch is a good place to live. Whispering Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Whispering Ranch is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 57. The average household income is $103,911 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 33.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Whispering Ranch are home owners, with 9% of residents renting and 91% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Whispering Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Whispering Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Whispering Ranch, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Whispering Ranch, AZ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Whispering Ranch?
The median home price in Whispering Ranch is $630,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $126,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,090 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $132K a year to afford the median home price in Whispering Ranch. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Whispering Ranch is $104K.
What are the best public schools in Whispering Ranch?
The best public schools that serve Whispering Ranch are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Whispering Ranch, Buckeye, AZ?
The most popular zip codes in Whispering Ranch, Buckeye, AZ include
85361,
85390 and
85354.
Home Trends in Whispering Ranch, AZ
On average, homes in Whispering Ranch, Buckeye sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Whispering Ranch, Buckeye over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$550,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$294
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$630,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%