Why Live in Shadow Mountain
Shadow Mountain in Flagstaff offers a blend of natural beauty and convenient amenities. The neighborhood is known for its semi-custom homes built between the 1970s and early 2000s, featuring shed-style roofs, wood siding, and shaded front porches. These homes typically range from three to six bedrooms and are situated on quarter-acre lots, often elevated to provide panoramic mountain views. Residents enjoy proximity to the 215-acre Buffalo Park, just 2 miles southwest, where the Nate Avery Trail and Pipeline Trail offer scenic routes through the Coconino National Forest. The area is safer than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families. Local schools include the highly rated Sechrist Elementary. For shopping and dining, a Safeway grocery store, Dollar Tree, and several locally owned restaurants are about a mile south, with the Flagstaff Mall located 3 miles east. Downtown Flagstaff, 4 miles southwest, features specialty shops, wine bars, and entertainment venues like the historic Orpheum Theater, which hosts the annual Flagstaff International Film Festival. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Interstate 40 and Interstate 17 nearby, and public transit options including Mountain Line buses and Amtrak trains. Designated bike lanes and the Flagstaff Urban Trails System provide additional transportation and recreation options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shadow Mountain a good place to live?
Shadow Mountain is a good place to live. Shadow Mountain is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $125,360 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 38.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Shadow Mountain are home owners, with 25.7% of residents renting and 74.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Shadow Mountain can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Shadow Mountain neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Shadow Mountain?
The median home price in Shadow Mountain is $975,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $195,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,850 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $208K a year to afford the median home price in Shadow Mountain. The average household income in Shadow Mountain is $125K.
What are the best public schools in Shadow Mountain?
The best public schools that serve Shadow Mountain are:
What are the best private schools in Shadow Mountain?
The best private schools that serve Shadow Mountain are:
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Are home prices dropping in Shadow Mountain?
Yes, home prices in Shadow Mountain are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Shadow Mountain, AZ
On average, homes in Shadow Mountain, Flagstaff sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Shadow Mountain, Flagstaff over the last 12 months is $852,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$852,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$860,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,705
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$975,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%