Ranchos Jardines
Spanish ranch homes with fenced-in pastures
The wide asphalt streets here are mostly laid out in a grid and connect to long gravel driveways. Many lawns are rock-landscaped or have large, fenced-in pastures with horses, cows and chickens. A mix of Spanish ranch-style and new traditional homes with stucco exteriors and terracotta roofs are predominantly found near the west part of Ranchos Jardines. Built between the early 2000s and 2020s, these homes feature small, well-manicured backyards and tiny veranda-covered patios and are priced between $300,000 and $600,000. Larger ranch-style and Pueblo-styled homes built in the late 20th century and early 21st century are spread around the neighborhood on one to two-acre lots with up to five bedrooms and in-ground pools. Prices range between $700,000 and $1.2 million. HOA-controlled subdivisions include Calistoga and Village at San Tan Heights, which have access to community pools, basketball courts and covered playgrounds.
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Saddling up on the Sonoqui Wash Trail or fishing at Mansel Park
The 4-mile Sonoqui Wash Trail runs through the north and west sides. Folks can jog, bike or ride horses along the paved path through the bare desert landscape toward Gilbert, which is part of the regional Maricopa Trail. Through a development plan started by Maricopa County of Supervisors in 2000, this trail will eventually cover the entire southeast valley, an area that includes Gilbert, Chandler and Queen Creek in Arizona. The trail also connects to the Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre 3 miles southeast, which features a Community Arena open seven days a week. Folks can also head 3 miles north toward the 48-acre Mansel Carter Oasis Park for sand volleyball, fishing at the lake or practicing tricks at the Skateboard Park. For a change of scenery, the public Power Ranch Golf Club is 4 miles north and offers 18 holes of lush, hilly terrain with distant views of the San Tan Mountains and the on-site Slate Bistro and Bar.Career-focused classes at Crismon High
A portion of Ranchos Jardines is zoned for the Chandler Unified School District, but most of the community is covered by Queen Creek Unified School District. Kids living in the southern part can start at Queen Creek Elementary, while those in the northern part attend Desert Mountain Elementary. Both schools earn an A-minus from Niche. Students head to the unrated Crismon High for grades seven through twelve, which opened doors in 2022. The school is known for its Career and Technical courses in skills like architectural drafting and medical assisting.Local and chain businesses near Ranchos Jardines
Various local eateries surround Ranchos Jardines. Lucky Lou’s is a Vegas-themed restaurant and bar serving hot wings and Philly cheesesteaks. Queen Creek Marketplace is about 5 miles north and houses other local favorites like Barrio Queen, serving authentic Mexican taco plates in a Dia de Los Muertos-decorated dining room. Visitors to Queen Creek Marketplace can also shop at national retail chains like Kohl’s, Nordstrom and Ross. For groceries, Trader Joe’s is close by, or Queen Creek Family Market puts on a bi-weekly farmers market at Schnepf Farms 6 miles east of the neighborhood. Residents can also travel to the Queen Creek District shopping area for local clothing stores like Apricot Lane Boutique and Happy Beauty Company.
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Cheering at the rodeo at Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre
In March, locals dress in their best Western clothes for the annual Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek rodeo at Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre. Attendees can watch cattle roping, barrel racing and bull riding events and visit the on-site carnival. The center also hosts Monster Truck Wars around May—a traveling show where tricked-out trucks perform stunts. Whalen says people like to rent space at Pecan Lake Entertainment, a venue that hosts activities like axe throwing, zip-line courses and escape rooms.Lots of car traffic with bike lanes on Chandler Heights Road
Most people drive to get around the area, but some streets like Chandler Heights Road have bike lanes that lead to Downtown Queen Creek roughly 4 miles east. Whalen says traffic can get heavy, but because the city is built on a grid, there are many different ways to get around the community. Banner Ironwood Medical Center is about 8 miles east, and Mesa Gateway Airport is 5 miles north via South Sossaman Road.Staying cool and prepared for adverse weather
Extreme heat is a factor in Ranchos Jardines. From May to September, Maricopa County establishes cooling centers and hydration stations for those in need, and Queen Creek Library is the closest one to the neighborhood. The Maricopa County Emergency Management recommends homeowners check their air conditioning ducts for solid insulation and cover windows with drapes or awnings to keep direct sunlight out. Because of the extreme heat and desert climate, the area is more at risk of wildfire destruction. The city lists several fire safety tips on its website like coming up with a home escape plan and keeping a 72-hour first aid kit.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cariste Harlan
Cariste Harlan
W and Partners, LLC
(669) 202-2416
32 Total Sales
1 in Ranchos Jardines
$750,000 Price
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Martez Logan
Martez Logan
My Home Group Real Estate
(623) 400-6302
38 Total Sales
1 in Ranchos Jardines
$725,000 Price
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Robert Terrell
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Robert Terrell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
(480) 418-6166
28 Total Sales
2 in Ranchos Jardines
$563K - $621K Price Range
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Todd Stengel
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Todd Stengel
Morgan Taylor Realty
(623) 439-8647
127 Total Sales
1 in Ranchos Jardines
$325,000 Price
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Sarah Luzi
Sarah Luzi
Responds QuicklyTyche Real Estate LLC
(833) 211-3580
107 Total Sales
2 in Ranchos Jardines
$675K - $760K Price Range
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Dawn Forkenbrock
Dawn Forkenbrock
Responds QuicklyReal Broker
(855) 952-5634
145 Total Sales
1 in Ranchos Jardines
$732,400 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 11th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ranchos Jardines | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 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
Ranchos Jardines Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ranchos Jardines, Queen Creek sell after 94 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ranchos Jardines, Queen Creek over the last 12 months is $468,250, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$349,900
Median Sale Price
$468,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$255,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
441
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,736
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
44,866
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,372
Median Age
42
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$133,333
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$154,557
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40%
Advanced Degrees
20.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.5%
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®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 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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