Val Vista is a suburban community in Gilbert, Arizona, about 24 miles west of Phoenix along Highway 60; the neighborhood is near commercial corridors like Higley Road and North Val Vista Drive and natural amenities like Freestone Park and Riparian Preserve. “When you’re in Vista, you don’t think you’re in the desert,” says Gordon Leatherbarrow, a Realtor with 6 Real Estate. “It’s a desirable community that’s very green and lush with lots of water.” Homes here are typically more expensive than in neighboring communities, and most residential subdivisions are within a mile of local shopping and dining options. “It’s definitely an active neighborhood. You’ll see neighbors walking around and greeting each other.”
Welcome to Val Vista, where luxury and community come together in perfect harmony.
Catch a stunning sunset by the lake in Val Vista for the perfect evening escape.
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Sought-after Spanish Revival homes in Val Vista
“Val Vista is a unique area compared to other Arizona communities,” says Leatherbarrow. “It’s not all stucco or brown—there’s a Tuscan look on some of the bigger homes. It’s a nice community.” The average home price in Val Vista is $640,000, more expensive than neighboring Northwest Gilbert and East Gilbert, where the average prices are less than $600,000. Most homes here range between $500,000 and $800,000, but some custom homes and waterfront properties go for up to $2.5 million.
The master-planned community of Val Vista Lakes has more than 20 residential subdivisions with lakefront houses and offers neighborhood amenities like tennis courts and a clubhouse. “It’s one of the few places in Gilbert where you can have a house on the water with a pontoon boat and a little dock,” says Leatherbarow. Single-family homes from the late 20th century start around $550,000 and are typically shaded in light Earth tones featuring Mediterranean-style design elements like terracotta roofs and casement windows. “You’re going to pay a little more to live here because of the amenities,” says Leatherbarrow. “If you go a mile or two over to pick a similar home that’s not on the water, it could be $200,000 to $300,000 lower.”
Val Vista’s gated communities offer a perfect blend of luxury and privacy in every home.
Spanish Revival architecture in Val Vista blends historic beauty with modern comfort.
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Enjoying the outdoors at Riparian Preserve and Freestone Park
“You’re within a half-mile of Riparian Wildlife Sanctuary,” says Leatherbarrow. “There’s plenty to explore, as well as all kinds of wildlife, like birds and owls.” The 110-acre wetland preserve is centrally located in Val Vista and offers multiple campsites, walking trails and a fishing lake where visitors can cast their lines for rainbow trout, largemouth bass and sunfish. Nearby, equestrians can take lessons and enjoy horseback riding at Rockin’ D Arabian Horse Ranch. Less than 2 miles west of Riparian Preserve, Freestone District Park offers sports amenities like basketball and tennis courts, sand volleyball, and softball fields; there’s also a 22,000-square foot skate park fitted with a variety of obstacles, rails and bowls. The 88-acre park also features plenty of mixed-use green space popular for picnics, dog-walking or strolls in the sun.
Bird enthusiasts will find Riparian Preserve in Val Vista to be a dream destination.
Hit the ramps and show off your skills at Freestone Park skate park in Val Vista.
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Gilbert Public Schools receive high marks from Niche
Local kids can attend schools in the Gilbert Public School District, rated an overall A by Niche. Greenfield Elementary earns an A-minus rating and offers Gator Bites, a monthly newsletter for parents to stay updated on the school’s happenings. Students can continue to Greenfield Junior High, rated A, and Highland High, rated A-minus, where teens can explore their interests in extracurriculars like mountain biking, crochet club and robotics.
Highland High School in Gilbert has fantastic sports and music programs.
Greenfield Elementary is an "A Rated" school in Gilbert.
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City events and spring training baseball games
Val Vista residents are invited to all of Gilbert’s cultural events and celebrations, like the Concerts in the Park series held at city parks throughout the year, where attendees enjoy performances from local bands free of charge. Gilbert’s largest annual event is Gilbert Days in November at Gilbert Regional Park, a two-day festival featuring music, games, food, and gifts available to purchase from local businesses. The Phoenix Metropolitan Area is also home to the Cactus League, where major league baseball teams are hosted for spring training; locals in Val Vista are within 20 miles of Hohokam Stadium, Sloan Park and Tempe Diablo Stadium where the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels play.
Nearby highways and hospitals
Phoenix is about 24 miles west of Val Vista along Highway 60, about a mile north of residential subdivisions; the drive takes between 30 and 55 minutes, depending on traffic. There are also multiple Valley Metro bus stops throughout Val Vista and light rail stations north of the neighborhood. There are several retail plazas, like those along North Val Vista Drive, that encourage walkability, but locals typically drive to most places. Banner Gateway Medical Center is easily reachable less than a mile north of Val Vista’s northern border, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 20 miles northwest.
Get around Val Vista easily with the neighborhood’s efficient public transportation.
Val Vista’s strategic location provides easy entry to major highways for smooth travel.
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Local shopping, dining and entertainment in Val Vista
Grabbing groceries is easy at the Safeway in Highland Plaza off Higley Road; locals can also find a few local businesses and chain eateries here, like Kneaders Bakery & Cafe. Across the street, there’s Fry’s Marketplace, another grocery store, and more chain restaurants offering fast food or casual dining, like Thai Chili 2go. Further south along Higley Road, customers can grab a drink at Divided Vine, a local beer garden, or buy tickets for a performance at the Tuscany Theatre. Similar retail plazas are dotted throughout Val Vista, like Patterson Landing off North Val Vista Drive, where locals can shop for vintage clothing and secondhand treasures at Uptown Cheapskate. For American comfort food in a sleek cafe setting, Leatherbarrow recommends Liberty Market in Downtown Gilbert, about 5 miles west.
Stroll through Downtown Gilbert near Val Vista and enjoy charming shops and dining spots.
Treat yourself to a delightful breakfast at Liberty Market, just minutes from Val Vista.
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Parks in this Area
Towne Meadows Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Cameron Ranch Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Manors Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Freestone Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Cornerstone Highlands Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Sonoma Ranch Playground
Carol Rae Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Park Village Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Trails
Kylee Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
14 min drive
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Val Vista Dr & Elliot Rd
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Elliot Rd & Concord St
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Guadalupe Rd & Pheasant Dr
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Guadalupe Rd & Greenfield Rd
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Elliot Rd & Stonecreek Bl
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Val Vista Dr & Hearne Wy
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Val Vista
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Val Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Val Vista, Gilbert sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Val Vista, Gilbert over the last 12 months is $565,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
41,264
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,252
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,780
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
45.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.4%
% Population in Labor Force
75.6%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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