Skyline Ranch
Mediterranean-style new traditional homes
Skyline Ranch’s 21st-century Mediterranean-style new traditional homes sit close together along sidewalk-lined streets and have yards with low-water plants like cacti and native shrubs. Homes can have one or two stories, and their earth-toned stucco exteriors match the surrounding desert landscape and the nearby San Tan Mountains. “You get views of mountains in Scottsdale, but you’re paying a million dollars,” Whalen says. “Here, you can buy at the base of the mountains, and it’s beautiful and affordable.”Homes have between two and six bedrooms, and layouts range from 1,200 and 4,100 square feet; many have special features like backyard pools, casitas and chef’s kitchens. Prices range from $325,000 to $850,000, depending on a home's size and special features. Luxury custom homes in the gated Encanto Real subdivision sit on 1-acre lots, with horse privileges; these homes cost between $950,000 and $1.1 million.
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STEM Academy at Poston Butte High
Local kids can start school at Skyline Ranch Elementary, which serves pre-kindergarten through Grade 8 and earns a B-minus from Niche. The American Leadership Academy’s San Tan Valley campus is another option for pre-kindergarten through Grade 6; this public charter school earns an A-minus. At the B-rated Poston Butte High, students can join the STEM Academy and study computer science, engineering and biotechnology.
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The new state Route 24
The city of Queen Creek is about 4 miles north, and often congested with traffic. Opened in 2022, a new section of Route 24 about 10 miles north lets residents bypass this traffic enroute to Loop 202, which leads about 40 miles northwest to Downtown Phoenix. With no public transportation and limited bike lanes, most locals rely on their cars to get around, though sidewalks make the area pedestrian friendly. Banner Ironwood Medical Center is roughly 2 miles away. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, which has domestic commercial flights, is around 12 miles east, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a 36-mile trip.Live music and steaks at San Tan Flat
San Tan Flat in the neighborhood’s west is a local legend for its live country music, steaks and western saloon vibe. “San Tan Flat has been there for years. If you mention it to anybody in the Phoenix area, they know what it is,” Whalen says. “They have a bunch of picnic tables outside, misters for hot days, outdoor bands and good food. There are families; there are guys on motorcycles — everybody’s welcome.” Queen Creek Olive Mill to the north offers more outdoor dining, but instead of being surrounded by cowboy memorabilia, diners can enjoy bruschetta and Italian dishes in an olive grove. “The Olive Mill is exactly what it sounds like,” Whalen says. “It was an old olive mill, but they serve great food, and you can buy olive oil when you’re there.”Local and national chain restaurants are also nearby, including Native Grill & Wings sports bar and Starbucks. The Home Depot and Walmart are in the southeast, and nearby grocery stores include Fry’s and Sprouts Farmers Market. Queen Creek Marketplace, roughly 4 miles north, is the area’s main shopping hub, with national retailers like T.J. Maxx, Target and Trader Joe’s.
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Mountain biking at San Tan Mountain Regional Park
At the 10,000-acre San Tan Mountain Regional Park to the southwest, locals can explore over 20 miles of trails through the Sonoran Desert that are popular for mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking. There are several pocket parks throughout the neighborhood that offer playgrounds and green space, including the 3-acre Skyline Park. Golfers can play 18 holes at nearby public and private golf courses, including San Tan Highlands, Encanterra Country Club and Las Colinas Golf Club. Pecan Lake Entertainment, an amusement center about 2 miles north, has family-friendly activities like go-karts, escape rooms and an arcade.
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Rodeos at Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre
The Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre holds regular events, including the Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek Rodeo each March. Attendees can watch competitions in bull riding, cowboy mounted shooting and breakaway roping; there are also carnival rides, live music and an antique tractor show. There are other events here throughout the year, like barrel racing competitions, horse shows and Monster Truck Wars.Scorpions near recent construction
The new construction in Skyline Ranch can make scorpions an issue for some residents. “It’s not like in the movies where they’re hanging on the walls, but people do catch more scorpions in areas where there’s new development around,” Whalen says. “The trick is to kill the crickets because that’s the scorpion’s food. You have to make sure, at least in the summer when crickets are really active, that you have monthly service from an exterminator. If you kill the crickets, you kill the scorpions.”Homes here are close to undeveloped land in San Tan Mountain Regional Park, which puts them at a higher risk for wildfire. However, residents are more likely to see smoke from wildfires than to experience any direct effects. The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management has an app that can alert residents about nearby wildfires.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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James Goodman
James Goodman
Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living
(480) 750-7625
207 Total Sales
1 in Skyline Ranch
$499,900 Price
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Susan Bermudez
Susan Bermudez
LPT Realty, LLC
(623) 432-8479
106 Total Sales
2 in Skyline Ranch
$515K - $597K Price Range
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Christine Sirochman
Christine Sirochman
Responds QuicklyWest USA Realty of Prescott
(928) 910-7838
108 Total Sales
1 in Skyline Ranch
$360,000 Price
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Gary Smith
Gary Smith
Keller Williams Integrity First
(833) 743-0598
112 Total Sales
3 in Skyline Ranch
$415K - $700K Price Range
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Beth Rider
Beth Rider
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
(844) 773-0054
1,620 Total Sales
13 in Skyline Ranch
$256K - $700K Price Range
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Brandon Alsayed
Brandon Alsayed
DeLex Realty
(877) 719-5056
118 Total Sales
1 in Skyline Ranch
$320,000 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Charter
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Parks in this Area
Skyline Park
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
Skyline Ranch Community Park
Circle Cross Ranch Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Neighborhood Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Empire Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Bear Grass Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Pebble Creek Picnic Pavilion Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Skyline Ranch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Skyline Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Skyline Ranch, San Tan Valley sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Skyline Ranch, San Tan Valley over the last 12 months is $440,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$435,000
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$280,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$413,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
211
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$315
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,535
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,259
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,308
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 5pm
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 5pm
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 5pm
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
14,645
Median Age
34
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,468
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,745
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
18.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
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®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 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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