Why Live in Bridges at Gilbert
Bridges at Gilbert is a neighborhood characterized by its 21st-century single-family homes, predominantly ranch- or Spanish-style, with three to five bedrooms. These homes, featuring private pools, desert views, and tile flooring, are situated on lots ranging from 5,000 to 9,000 square feet. Larger homes with five to six bedrooms and lots up to 16,000 square feet include amenities like theatre rooms and jacuzzis. The neighborhood is managed by a homeowners association, which maintains several parks connected by walking paths, leading to streams and a lake for catch-and-release fishing. Residents enjoy volleyball, basketball, and bocce courts, picnic ramadas, and splash pads, with Pirate Park offering a themed playground. Nearby, Gilbert Regional Park features a large playground and zip line, while the Power Ranch Golf Course caters to golf enthusiasts. Shopping and dining options are available at Higley Village Shops and Higley Pavilion, with local favorites like Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers. The neighborhood hosts various events, including garage sales, movies in the park, and holiday lighting contests. Route 202 is 5 miles away, providing access to Phoenix, while Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 28 miles northwest. Schools in the Higley Unified School District, including Bridges Elementary, Sossaman Middle, and Higley High, are highly rated, offering robust academic programs. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridges at Gilbert a good place to live?
Bridges at Gilbert is a good place to live. Bridges at Gilbert is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Bridges at Gilbert is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bridges at Gilbert has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.2 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $226,489 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 51.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Bridges at Gilbert are home owners, with 5.9% of residents renting and 94.1% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Bridges at Gilbert, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Bridges at Gilbert, 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 Bridges at Gilbert?
The median home price in Bridges at Gilbert is $757,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $151,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,770 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $162K a year to afford the median home price in Bridges at Gilbert. The average household income in Bridges at Gilbert is $226K.
What are the best public schools in Bridges at Gilbert?
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Are home prices dropping in Bridges at Gilbert?
Yes, home prices in Bridges at Gilbert are down 8% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Bridges at Gilbert, AZ
On average, homes in Bridges at Gilbert, Gilbert sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Bridges at Gilbert, Gilbert over the last 12 months is $683,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$683,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$735,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median List Price
$757,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%