Amberwood
Loop trails, snowshoe treks and soccer practice
There are several parks within about 2 miles of Amberwood. Northwest, the 28-acre Foxglenn Park is encircled by a 2-mile paved path and includes a basketball court, a soccer field where youth leagues play, and a skate park. Northeast, Campbell Mesa’s five dirt-packed trails weave through open meadows and forested glades; the longest trail is 6 miles, popular with hikers and mountain bikers for its views of Mt. Elden, while shorter loops are popular with snowshoers in winter.
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Craftsman-style and luxury homes with mountain views
“Amberwood isn't your cookie-cutter neighborhood,” says Morfin. “There’s an eclectic mix of housing styles here, from Craftsman to modern and luxury homes.” Along the sidewalk-lined streets, most homes date to the 1990s, a mix of Craftsman-style houses with up to five bedrooms, and modern log cabins with front porches and rustic interiors; set on quarter-acre lots, with four-car garages and manicured front yards, these homes range from $760,000 to $1 million. New traditional split-level Craftsman-style homes from the early 2000s sell for about $1.7 million. “These newer luxury homes," says Morfin, "have more high-end finishes and are elevated for better mountain views.”
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Two-stepping, stargazing and Native American culture
Found 4 miles northwest along Historic Route 66, The Museum Club is known as “The Zoo” to locals. Once a taxidermist's shrine with over 30,000 artifacts, it evolved to a rowdy roadhouse and finally, to today’s dance club. Welcoming country-western newcomers to its stage, this music venue attracts two-steppers who don’t mind sharing the log cabin-themed interior with a few stuffed animals.Founded in 1894 and set about 6 miles west, the Lowell Observatory is a local favorite. “I’ve had clients get married there,” says Morfin, “and local school groups come to stargaze.” The Observatory is where the planet Pluto was discovered, and it's served as a geologic training ground for every astronaut that's walked on the moon.
Every June, the Museum of Northern Arizona hosts the annual Heritage Festival on its forested grounds, 3 miles north of downtown Flagstaff. Serving as a celebration of area tribal communities, this two-day event features solo hoop dance demonstrations, in which a tribal member contorts hula-like hoops into different designs. Local Native American artists sell handmade crafts like traditional Hopi jewelry and Pueblo wooden carvings, and kids can have fun watching puppet shows and coloring together.
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Signature salsas, brew trail and nearby department stores
Neighborhood grocery options are found a few miles west. “We have Fry’s here, which is kind of like a Kroger,” says Morfin, “and you can also go to Whole Foods for organic produce. As far as restaurants go, one of my favorites is Salsa Brava on East Route 66.” Listed among the Food Network’s “Top Places to Eat in Flagstaff,” locally owned Salsa Brava serves signature salsas with house-made chips and Navajo tacos – traditional frybread topped with pinto beans. Craft beer drinkers can hit the Flagstaff Brewery Trail downtown, collecting a commemorative pint glass after visiting all eight breweries. Four miles north, the Flagstaff Mall – complete with a food court and outdoor fireplace – includes department stores like JCPenney and Dillard’s.
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International Baccalaureate program at Flagstaff Unified district schools
Students may attend Flagstaff Unified district schools, including Knoles Elementary, which earns B from Niche, and B-minus-rated Mount Elden Middle. At Coconino High, which Niche rates a B-minus, juniors can join the two-year International Baccalaureate program, where they’ll learn how to appreciate cultural differences.
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Travel by wheels, rails or on foot
Interstate 40 sits roughly 3 miles north and travels 200 miles west to California and about 170 miles east to New Mexico. Historic Route 66 is 4 miles northwest, while Interstate 17 is 4 miles west, leading 144 miles south to Phoenix. North Fox Hill Road and North Amberwood Street are the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares, and East Butler Avenue leads about 5 miles west to downtown Flagstaff. Mountain Line Public Transit buses make stops throughout Amberwood, while Amtrak trains depart from the Visitors Center station downtown. Most residential streets are lined with sidewalks, and a designated bike lane runs along Butler Avenue. Flagstaff Medical Center sits about 6 miles northwest, while the city’s airport, Flagstaff Pulliam, is 6 miles south.
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Increased fire risk and monsoon rains
“Fires are always a risk here,” says Morfin. “For the last four or five years we’ve seen more evacuations, and with climate change, we haven’t had enough moisture lately to help lower the chances. When we do get rain, it’s usually in the form of a monsoon, which leads to flooding because there’s nothing to catch the water after an area has burned down.” Flood insurance is required here for homeowners who live in designated flood zones.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jacki Tait
Jacki Tait
Realty ONE Group Mountain Dese
(928) 833-6710
113 Total Sales
1 in Amberwood
$1,725,000 Price
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Weston Foster
Weston Foster
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(928) 833-9935
170 Total Sales
1 in Amberwood
$860,000 Price
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Bryce Hill
Bryce Hill
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(928) 962-7012
120 Total Sales
1 in Amberwood
$1,200,000 Price
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Janeen Johnson
Janeen Johnson
Responds QuicklyGary Call Real Estate
(928) 962-8735
38 Total Sales
2 in Amberwood
$418K - $1.5M Price Range
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Trina Painter
Trina Painter
Responds QuicklyRuss Lyon Sothebys Intl Realty
(928) 440-1808
89 Total Sales
1 in Amberwood
$680,000 Price
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Linda Denham
Linda Denham
Responds QuicklyKLM REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE LLC
(928) 433-2541
58 Total Sales
1 in Amberwood
$860,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Amberwood | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Amberwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Amberwood, Flagstaff sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Amberwood, Flagstaff over the last 12 months is $1,566,150.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,650,000
Median Sale Price
$1,566,150
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$800
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
126
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1998
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,225
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
344
Median Age
45
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,842
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,425
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
College Graduates
60.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
152''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 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.
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