$259,248Average Value$426Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Farming community 26 miles west of Wickenburg
Situated 91 miles northwest of Phoenix, amid cantaloupe fields and saguaro cacti, Aguila is a small community of farmers and cowboys with only one restaurant, a gas station and a library. “I think Aguila’s going to be the next frontier because the prices are fantastic,” says Melanie Lakovich, a Realtor with Homesmart who’s sold homes here for 5 years. The flat land here is desirable for keeping horses, and many of the larger properties are already outfitted with stables. Wickenburg, a nearby town known for its rodeo culture, is 26 miles east. The open spaces of the Sonoran Desert surround the community, and the overall CAP Crime Index Score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Aguila is a small, rural community northwest of Phoenix, surrounded by expansive desert landscapes and distant mountain views.
Saguaros dot the Aguila landscape, symbolizing the area's rich biodiversity and serving as homes to local wildlife.
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Multi-acre horse properties
The manufactured and ranch-style homes here were built between the 1960s and the 2020s. Most have stucco exteriors, and all sit far apart along Aguila’s narrow streets, blending into the surrounding desert landscape with shaggy desert shrubs and cacti in grass-less front yards. Layouts range from 900 to 1,800 square feet, and lots range from a third of an acre to over 2 acres; larger lots often have horse stables and paddocks. Houses here rarely come on the market, but they typically cost between $280,000 and $320,000, depending on size and acreage. Undeveloped lots of 5 to 10 acres cost between $140,000 and $220,000, depending on access to water and electricity.
Ranch style homes in Aguila blends modern comfort with classic appeal.
An elongated manufactured home showcases Aguila's spacious lots, ideal for comfortable desert living.
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Hiking Harquahala Mountain
Within the neighborhood, Aguila Community Park has green space, lighted basketball courts and swing sets. The surrounding Sonoran Desert lends Aguila a feeling of open space, and much of it is open for off-roading and horseback riding. To the southwest, in the nearly 23,000-acre Harquahala Mountains Wilderness, hikers can trek to the top of Harquahala Mountain, the tallest peak in southwest Arizona. To the south, the Eagle Eye Launch Site is used each month by TRAPHX, a group of amateur rocketeers who meet monthly to launch high-powered rockets.
Families visiting Aguila Community Park enjoy swings designed for children of all ages.
Harquahala Mountain near Aguila provides scenic trails perfect for off-road exploration, surrounded by stunning desert vistas.
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All-day breakfast at Coyote’s Den Restaurant
Coyote’s Den Restaurant, Aguila’s only sit-down restaurant, offers both Mexican and American comfort food, including all-day breakfast. Locals can also head to Miss Robins to pick up a sandwich or pizza; the deli is located in a general store that also sells fresh produce, local beef and animal feed. Other grocery stores include Family Dollar and Westerner Groceries. Wickenburg, located about 26 miles east, has more options, including hearty steak dinners at Charley’s Steak House and grocery shopping at Safeway.
Family Dollar in Aguila provides a convenient spot for everyday essentials.
Locals can also head to Miss Robins to pick up a sandwich or pizza; the deli is located in a general store that also sells fresh produce, local beef and animal feed.
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The Theater Ninja Club at Wickenburg High
Local kids can start school at Aguila Elementary, which serves kids in kindergarten through Grade 8 and earns a B-minus from Niche. While Aguila Elementary is centrally located within the community, high schoolers have to travel about 25 miles to the C-rated Wickenburg High. Here, they can get involved in performing arts by taking classes or joining the Theater Ninja Club, which teaches kids about the technical side of theater performances. There are two annual productions held at the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts, located on Wickenburg High’s campus.
Along Highway 60
Highway 60 passes through the community’s center, leading roughly 26 miles east to Wickenburg; downtown Phoenix is a 91-mile trip. State Route 71 is about a mile east and leads northeast toward Prescott. With no public transportation, bike lanes or sidewalks, residents rely on their cars to get around. Wickenburg Community Hospital is 27 miles east. There are two private runways just south of the community, and Wickenburg Municipal Airport, a general aviation airport with no commercial flights, is 22 miles away; Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a 95-mile trip.
BubbleManiacs at the Aguila Library
The Aguila Library hosts regular programs in the community, including the popular BubbleManiacs each summer, a foam and bubble party for kids. Locals can also travel to Wickenburg for the annual Gold Rush Days Senior Pro Rodeo, a three-day celebration of the city’s founding; festivalgoers can enjoy a parade, carnival and rodeo featuring bull riding, roping and barrel racing.
In a Special Flood Hazard Area
“The whole area is covered in different flood zones,” Lakovich says. “Do your research and make sure you understand the flood zone before purchasing land here.” Much of Aguila is in a Special Flood Hazard Area, FEMA’s highest designation for flooding risk. While flooding here hasn’t occurred recently, homeowners may be required to purchase flood insurance and get special permits for building projects.
Aguila also has a moderate risk for wildfire, but residents are more likely to experience smoke from nearby fires than any direct effects. The Aguila Volunteer Fire Department is in the community’s center, and residents can download the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management’s app to stay informed.
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On average, homes in Aguila, AZ sell after 219 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Aguila, AZ over the last 12 months is $465,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This is a great opportunity for you to own commercial land in Aguila. This area is growing like crazy with all the new & proposed roping arenas and snowbirds flocking to the area. It is located just off the main Highway 60. It is in the floodplain but do your homework to see that it should be buildable with a grading and drainage survey. Seller has 2 more lots available on the same street. Power
This is a great opportunity for you to own land in Aguila. This area is growing like crazy with all the new & proposed roping arenas and snowbirds flocking to the area. Seller has 2 lots available. This 6100 square foot parcel in the center of town. Zoning in the surrounding area includes commercial, multi-fam and mobile home zoning, suggesting rezoning flexibility based on intended use. It is
This is a great opportunity for you to own land in Aguila. This area is growing like crazy with all the new & proposed roping arenas and snowbirds flocking to the area. Seller has 2 lots available. This 6100 square foot parcel is currently designated as multifamily zoning, but the surrounding area includes commercial and mobile home zoning, suggesting rezoning flexibility based on intended use.
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