Why Live in Downtown Glendale
Downtown Glendale is a neighborhood known for its walkable streets leading to Historic Downtown Glendale and an active local government. The ongoing downtown campus reinvestment project, set to complete by Spring 2025, aims to renovate City Hall, the amphitheater, and Murphy Park, enhancing the area for events. Residents enjoy a variety of family-owned restaurants along West Glendale Avenue, such as Bitz-ee Mama’s for Mexican cuisine, Haus Murphy’s for German fare, and La Piazza Al Forno for Neapolitan pizza. Shopping options include eclectic boutiques like Retail Therapy AZ and Auntie Em's and Smilin' Jack's Pedal Cars, with additional boutique shopping available in the Historic Catlin Court Retail District. For groceries, locals frequent GS Supermarket or Food City. Annual events like Glendale Glitters, a holiday light display, and the Hometown Christmas parade bring the community together, while the Downtown Glendale Arts and Culture Festival in March supports local artists and musicians. Homes in Downtown Glendale are typically Spanish Revival bungalows with neutral stucco facades, featuring fenced-in front yards and drought-tolerant landscaping. The neighborhood offers practical amenities such as the Velma Teague Library at Murphy Park, currently under renovation. For outdoor activities, residents can visit Sahuaro Ranch Park, located 3 miles north. The neighborhood is well-connected with sidewalks and bus stops operated by Valley Metro, and State Route 60 provides access to Downtown Phoenix, 9 miles southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Glendale a good place to live?
Downtown Glendale is a good place to live. Downtown Glendale is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Glendale has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.9 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $48,404 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Glendale are renters, with 57.2% of residents renting and 42.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Glendale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Glendale neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Glendale, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Glendale, AZ is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Glendale?
The median home price in Downtown Glendale is $1,136,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $227,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $252K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Glendale. The average household income in Downtown Glendale is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Glendale?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Glendale are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Glendale?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Glendale are:
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Are home prices dropping in Downtown Glendale?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Glendale are down 45% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Downtown Glendale, AZ
On average, homes in Downtown Glendale, Glendale sell after 4 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Glendale, Glendale over the last 12 months is $229,500, down 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$229,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,124,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$1,136,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-65%