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Fantastic views in the foothills of San Tan Mountain
Summertime in Arizona can be brutal. Temperatures climb above 110 degrees, and raindrops are few and far between. But from January to April, San Tan Mountain is blanketed in a carpet of green desert grass and blooming wildflowers, a fertile desert landscape that draws homebuyers to these rural foothills, says Allen Willis, an Arizona native and broker at Ensign Properties. Located south of Queen Creek at the bed of San Tan Mountain Regional Park, the quickly developing area attracts homeowners looking for beautiful vistas and luxurious tailor-made homes within reach of shopping and dining. Along with grand mountain escapes, homes — many of them to-be-built on empty lots in growing subdivisions — can feature outdoor entertainment areas, horse corrals, mother-in-law suites or RV garages for toys like all-terrain vehicles for weekend trips to the dunes of Yuma. “People design their homes to have that view of the mountains,” Willis says. “They don’t care about city life.”
A San Tan Mountain subdivision with mountain views have three and four-bedroom homes.
Some custom homes in San Tan Mountain have a view of the mountain from their backyard.
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Over 10,000 acres to explore and more
Homes in the area are practically at the doorstep of San Tan Mountain Regional Park, a 10,000-acre expanse popular with wildlife photographers, hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers and stargazers. “People come here from all over the country and the world to see our saguaros,” says park supervisor Rick Plautz. “Stargazing is beautiful, too. There’s not a lot of streetlights, so it’s really dark and you can see a lot of planets you normally can’t see in the city.” A constellation of golf courses dot the region as well, including Las Colinas, Power Ranch and San Tan Highlands Club courses.
Smartly built Spanish Revivals
Nearly all homes are custom-built on undeveloped lots or fledgling subdivisions, and home prices increase as homebuyers get closer to the mountain. Many use septic systems to treat wastewater because the area is unincorporated. Ranch homes and Spanish Revival-inspired architecture rule the foothills, sporting tile roofs, stucco walls and minimalistic desert landscaping. A three-bedroom, to-be-built home in a budding subdivision with an HOA can cost $350,000. However, the most sought-after homes with additional acreage and mountain views can range from $700,000 to nearly $3 million.
Just a few miles from Queen Creek and San Tan Valley
The area is car-dependent, so residents drive about 6 miles north to upscale Queen Creek or a few miles east to the San Tan Valley area for shopping and dining. Residents can take West Hunt Highway to get to big box stores like Walmart and Fry’s just a few miles away from the foothills. For food, San Tan Flat, a regional favorite a few miles north, is known for its friendly atmosphere, massive portions and live music. Uncle Bear’s Grill & Tap in Queen Creek serves up casual American and Tex-Mex fare alongside their own craft beer in a setting that pays homage to the founder’s namesake pooch. Families can head to the newly opened FatCats to watch a blockbuster movie, play glow-in-the-dark golf, bowl a strike or earn a new high score in the arcade.
Spoiled for school choice
Kids can attend public school at Florence Unified School District, recognized by community members as the best public school district in 2023. Youngsters can start at San Tan Heights K-8 School, which received a C-plus from Niche, followed by San Tan Foothills High School, which received a B-minus. Willis also says charter schools are popular with parents in Maricopa County, particularly American Leadership Academy, which has a waitlist for admissions.
Rodeos and Casinos
The annual Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek Pro Rodeo in March is a three-day festival celebrating the area’s heritage and tradition that showcases bull riding, barrel racing, calf roping and other cowboy skills. Residents can take their horses to Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre for exercise, socialization and club meetings. The San Tan Mountain location of the Gila River Resorts and Casino is about 16 miles northwest, with five restaurants, hundreds of slot machines and the largest casino sportsbook in the state.
Environmental factors
Arizona’s climate can make heating and cooling costly, which homebuilders tackle by emphasizing energy efficiency and modern engineering. Maricopa County typically applies burning restrictions in the area from May through September to mitigate air pollution. Wildfires can also be a concern, but the area hasn't had a significant blaze in the past 15 years.
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Parks in this Area
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
Pathfinder Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Cooper Canyon Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Indigo Sky Recreation Center
Basketball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Greystone Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Bear Grass Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
27 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
San Tan Mountain
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
San Tan Mountain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in San Tan Mountain, San Tan Valley sell after 140 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in San Tan Mountain, San Tan Valley over the last 12 months is $552,750, up 84% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Move-In Ready New Construction Home with up to $30,000 in Financing Incentive for Qualified Buyers towards closing costs or interest rate buydown when financing with Builder's preferred lender(s). Nestled in the desirable Hastings Farms subdivision close to Queen Creek Marketplace shopping, dining, entertainment and A+ rated schools. This beautiful home offers the perfect blend of comfort,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,384
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,525
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,708
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
107°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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