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Spring Valley

Spring Valley

$369,099 Average Value
$215 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Staying out of the heat in Spring Valley

Spring Valley, located in the temperate area of Prescott, is often used as a climate retreat for Phoenix residents. “Spring Valley is a great location for somebody who wants a second home who works in Phoenix,” says Paula Smith. Phoenix is known for its hot temperature, which can break 110 degrees during the summer, "Well, in Phoenix, your eyeballs will boil,” says Smith. Spring Valley's temperatures can reach 95-100 degrees, making this a desirable escape for living and playing outdoors.
Spring Valley is a quiet community near I-17 in central Arizona.
Spring Valley is a quiet community near I-17 in central Arizona.
When hiking near Spring Valley, be sure to close any gates you pass through.
When hiking near Spring Valley, be sure to close any gates you pass through.
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Homes beat the heat in Spring Valley

It’s easy for neighbors to bump into each other on cool mornings in Spring Valley because mailboxes are clustered together. While few sidewalks are in the neighborhood, most properties have carports to ensure cars are safe from the heat. Homes sit behind fences, and lawns usually have trees, bushes and green grass. Two- and three-bedroom manufactured homes sell for $100,000 to $300,000, and single-family homes sell for $350,000 to $550,000. Single-family homes are often ranch-style or custom builds. Homebuyers should know that Spring Valley scores a 1 out of 10 on the CAP Crime Index, lower than the national average of 4.
Many homes in Spring Valley have enough yard space for storing RVs.
Many homes in Spring Valley have enough yard space for storing RVs.
Enjoy morning coffee and waive to the neighbors from you Spring Valley front porch.
Enjoy morning coffee and waive to the neighbors from you Spring Valley front porch.
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Black Canyon National Trail

Big Bug Trailhead provides access to the Black Canyon National Trail. It’s 80 miles long and used for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. It’s a challenging route, with shifting soil and rocks, elevation changes and a hot desert climate.
Big Bug Trailhead offers access to the Black Canyon National Trail near Spring Valley.
Big Bug Trailhead offers access to the Black Canyon National Trail near Spring Valley.
Sunsets in Spring Valley are always something to behold.
Sunsets in Spring Valley are always something to behold.
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Schools and the local library

The area is served by the Mayer Unified School District, which has a C-minus rating on Niche. Mayer Elementary School has a C-plus rating and serves kindergarten through 8th grade. Mayer High School has a B-minus rating and offers after-school programs like Family Farmers of America and a yearbook club. The Spring Valley Public Library offers community activities like movie nights, a Dungeons & Dragons club and a board game club.
Mayer Elementary School is rated a B- from Niche.com.
Mayer Elementary School is rated a B- from Niche.com.
Spring Valley’s Mayer High School is the only high school in the area.
Spring Valley’s Mayer High School is the only high school in the area.
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Most shopping happens in Prescott and Prescott Valley

Spring Valley has a few businesses in the neighborhood, such as a laundromat, gas station, and dentist’s office. Cordes Lakes is about 5 miles southeast and has a small grocery store called Holly’s Market. A variety of casual restaurants are about 25 miles northwest in Prescott Valley, along with a Safeway. Prescott’s Whiskey Row is about 30 miles away, and it’s the region’s best-known dining destination. It’s home to Palace Restaurant & Saloon, Arizona's oldest bar and restaurant, and French Hen Boutique, which offers trendy clothes.
Spring Valley residents looking for a city experience can head west top Prescott.
Spring Valley residents looking for a city experience can head west top Prescott.
Safeway in Prescott Valley is the closest major grocery store to Spring Valley.
Safeway in Prescott Valley is the closest major grocery store to Spring Valley.
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Getting around Prescott and Prescott Valley

A car is necessary for getting around the area. Spring Valley is between Prescott, about 30 miles away, and Phoenix, 70 miles away. U.S. Route 69 runs past Spring Valley, leads north to Prescott, and connects to Interstate 17, which leads south to Phoenix. The Black Canyon Community Health Center is in the neighborhood, and the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 70 miles away.
Highway 69 is the only way in and out of Spring Valley.
Highway 69 is the only way in and out of Spring Valley.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is an hour south of Spring Valley.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is an hour south of Spring Valley.
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Schools

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Spring Valley US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Spring Valley Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$407,762
Median Sale Price
$389,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$493,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
203
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,269
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,096
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,489
Median Age
56
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
35.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$43,065
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,054

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
77.6%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.9%
% Population in Labor Force
37.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
23''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 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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