Downtown Chandler
Suburban Neighborhood in Chandler, Arizona
Maricopa County 85225, 85286
Housing both old and new to suit an array of budgets and lifestyles
Homes in Downtown Chandler date as far back as the 1930s, and as recently as the 2020s. Modest midcentury ranch-style homes are common and range from around $250,000 to $400,000. Larger, renovated versions, as well as one-and two-story homes built since 1980 and featuring Spanish-style stucco exteriors and clay-tile roofs can range from $400,000 to over $1 million. Townhouses from the ‘80s and '90s start just under $300,000, while larger versions built after 2000 and set closer to the center of downtown can go for over $500,000.Community gathering at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park near the renowned San Marcos Golf Course
In the downtown center, Dr. A.J. Chandler Park sprawls on both sides of Arizona Avenue. Surrounded by some of downtown’s most popular restaurants, this park is a grassy meeting place for locals, before and after a bite to eat. Several popular community events are hosted here throughout the year, including the Downtown Chandler Farmers Market on Saturdays, where visitors can buy fresh produce and artisan goods, and visit gourmet food trucks.Southeast of Dr. A.J. Chandler Park is San Marcos Park, surrounded by a paved path popular with joggers and dog walkers, and home to a playground as well as basketball and sand volleyball courts. Across the street to the north, locals can tee off at the 18-hole San Marcos Golf Course, a community staple since 1913 that's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On downtown’s east side, Chandler BMX has been welcoming kids and adults to its rugged, expansive course since 1977, and holds weekly competitive races.
Learning in the #1 school district in the state
Downtown Chandler belongs to the Chandler Unified School District, rated the top school district in Arizona by Niche; the district's open enrollment policy allows households to apply to schools outside of their zoned boundaries. Neighborhood students may start school at San Marcos Elementary, rated B by Niche, before continuing to the A-rated Bogle Junior High. The A-minus-rated Chandler High was named a Best U.S. High School for 2023-2024 by U.S. News & World Report, and students here can enroll in career and technical education courses in 16 different programs, including digital photography, agriscience and early childhood education.An eclectic array of community events
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park hosts major community events throughout the year, including the two-day Downtown Chandler Barbeque Fest every March, with food from local BBQ vendors and drinks from local breweries and distilleries, and the Rockin’ Taco Street Fest each September, with creative takes on tacos from 20 local restaurants and food trucks, as well as a taco eating competition and lucha libre wrestling; those feeling adventurous can ride on the mechanical taco. Just south of downtown, Tumbleweed Park hosts the Ostrich Festival, Chandler’s largest and most popular annual event, every March over two consecutive weekends; with nods to the area's ostrich ranching history, the festival brings food and carnival rides, as well as large concerts by well-known national artists. On the northern side of downtown is the Chandler Center of the Arts, where residents can attend concerts, dance performances and plays at three different theatres or check out exhibits at two on-site art galleries.An easy commute to Phoenix and beyond
Arizona Avenue is Downtown Chandler's main north-south thoroughfare, running parallel to State Route 87 and connecting immediately south and north to State Route 202. The 202 provides easy access to downtown Phoenix (25 miles away) and other Valley destinations, and also connects to Interstate 10, which travels east beyond Phoenix as far as Los Angeles, or west all the way to Jacksonville, Florida. Valley Metro bus stops line Chandler Boulevard, connecting riders with stops throughout the Phoenix Metro Area. Chandler Regional Medical Center is just 2 miles west, while Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is roughly 12 miles east.A broad offering of local eateries, bars and breweries for all tastes
Downtown's sidewalk-lined commercial core offers wide array of breweries, cocktail bars, restaurants and shops. The Ostrich serves cocktails in a speakeasy-style basement lounge, while The Perch Brewery doubles as a weekend boozy brunch spot and aviary, with dozens of caged tropical rescue birds on its rooftop dining area. For live music performances in a relaxed environment, locals can stop into West Alley Barbeque and Smokehouse, which serves Tennessee-style BBQ and classic comfort sides, or Bourbon Jack’s, a Western-themed bar and grill with classic American eats. For dessert any time, Pie Snob features a 24-hour pie ATM machine. Locally owned shops here include Blue Planet Outdoors, which sells outdoor and Arizona-related apparel, decor and accessories, and Saba’s Western Wear, for cowboy boots, hats and more. A few miles west, Chandler Fashion Center offers two stories' worth of popular retailers like Macy’s and Dillard's. Walmart and WinCo Foods can be found at the south end of downtown, on opposite sides of State Route 202.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sharyn Younger
Sharyn Younger
Copper Summit Real Estate, LLC
(888) 512-0933
67 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Chandler
$625,000 Price
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Dina Davies
Dina Davies
Arizona Best Real Estate
(877) 760-2313
70 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Chandler
$480,000 Price
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Guadalupe Jorgensen
Guadalupe Jorgensen
Valley Views RE
(833) 696-1023
127 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Chandler
$365,000 Price
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Isaac Nieblas
Isaac Nieblas
InHouseVIP
(480) 712-7386
39 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Chandler
$620,000 Price
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Jeffrey Sibbach
Jeffrey Sibbach
eXp Realty
(877) 764-1289
782 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Chandler
$468,000 Price
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Heidi Majidi
Heidi Majidi
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(623) 253-8955
141 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Chandler
$421,000 Price
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 8th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Dr A.J. Chandler Park
- Events
- Amphitheater
- Multi-Purpose Field
Folley Memorial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
San Marcos park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Armstrong Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Winn Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Vida Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Harris Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Park Manors Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Chandler | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Chandler Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Chandler, Chandler sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Chandler, Chandler over the last 12 months is $450,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$462,950
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$452,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$452,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
94
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$306
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,317
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,092
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,594
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1410am - 1pm
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Saturday, Jun 1410am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,270 - $2,797 per month
- Summit at San Marcos
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 678+ Sq Ft
- 445 W Chandler Blvd
- Chandler, AZ
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
19,676
Median Age
33
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,963
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,610
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.7%
College Graduates
27.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
104°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
North Chandler
City-like shopping and dining blended with suburban conveniences
Central Chandler
Chandler suburb near parks, local businesses and top schools, south of downtown
East Chandler
Small-city easy living southeast of Phoenix
Arrowhead Meadows
Established Valley community surrounded by recreational opportunities
Clemente Ranch
Chandler suburb near highly rated schools and big employers
Central Ridge
One of Chandler’s earlier communities with ranch-style houses
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