Located about 65 miles northwest of Phoenix, Wickenburg dates to the Wild West era and is now known as the “team roping capital of the world," with several local rodeo arenas. “It’s a little quiet, rural, out-of-the-way community which is the draw,” says resident Michele Agrusa, a Realtor with Tinzi se Realty. “I love that it’s removed from city life and that it’s got a very small, hometown vibe.” Some of Wickenburg's roughly 10,000 residents are seasonal snowbirds, but folks who live here full-time have to be prepared for extremely hot summer temperatures. Wickenburg doesn't have a major local industry, but its location at the junction of Routes 93 and 60 means commuters are well connected to larger hubs.
Wickenburg was founded in 1863 by prospector Henry Wickenburg, whose local Vulture gold mine was the most productive in Arizona's history, and by ranchers and farmers drawn to the fertile Hassayampa River flood plain. For decades, the town’s existence was threatened by drought, outlaws and deadly conflict with the native Yavapai people, but it's been pretty peaceful here since the railroad arrived in 1895. Today, Wickenburg has over a dozen buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
Congress is a ghost town being successfully revived.
Congress is proud of their history as a former ghost town.
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Historic homes, brand-new builds and a massive resort-style gated community
As of early 2025, Wickenburg’s median home price is about $495,000, higher than the national median of roughly $410,000. Homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s are concentrated near the historic downtown core, which is surrounded by 20th-century subdivisions and brand-new housing developments. The gated, sprawling master-planned community of Wickenburg Ranch offers resort-style amenities. “You get the small-town, western vibe in town, and then you have a completely different vibe in Wickenburg Ranch, which is absolutely beautiful,” says Agrusa, who lives in this resort community. “Wickenburg Ranch is about 99% retirees. There are some areas of Wickenburg Ranch that aren’t 55-plus, but there aren’t many people with families who live there. It’s more of an active-adult community.”
Most homes in Peeples Valley are well maintained, showing a great sense of pride.
Some truly unique home styles can be found throughout Peeples Valley.
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Hiking trails, golf courses and family-friendly community parks
Local hiking opportunities include the 7-mile loop of Sophie’s Flat Trail, as well as a steep trek to the top of Vulture Peak for panoramic views of area mountains. The 770-acre Hassayampa River Preserve has its own network of trails and is home to over 280 bird species, including the Greater Roadrunner.
Golfers can tee off from Wickenburg’s two 18-hole public courses or the private one in Wickenburg Ranch. Wickenburg’s community parks offer playing fields, playgrounds and a swimming pool, and Sunset Park hosts the town’s annual 4th of July Spectacular fireworks show.
Follow in the steps of heroes at Yarnell’s Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial Park.
Yarnell’s Flora Mae Park is a small community park walkable from many homes.
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A locally owned shopping and dining scene in the historic town core
A handful of fast-food chains and big-box grocery stores are scattered throughout Wickenburg. However, the bulk of the shopping and dining scene is made up of locally owned mom-and-pop coffee shops, eateries and boutiques, which are concentrated downtown.
Wickenburg’s historic town core is also home to the historic Saguaro Theatre, which alternates between showing first-run films and classic westerns. The Jail Tree is another downtown focal point; this 200-year-old mesquite tree served as the town jail from 1863 until 1890 when outlaws were chained to the tree.
Peeples Valley residents looking for tacos can head to Prescott for several options.
LazyG serves up beer so tasty, you’ll never want to leave. Located north of Peeples Valley.
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Popular annual events highlight the town's Wild West heritage
Many of Wickenburg's most popular annual events are centered around its Old West history. Now in its 76th year, Gold Rush Days spans three days in February with a downtown carnival, parade, artisan fair and car show. The highlight of the event is the Senior Pro Rodeo show at the Everett Bowman Rodeo Arena. In April, Stone Park hosts the Wickenburg West Fest, offering food trucks, gun show reenactments and dummy roping.
Career and online learning options in Wickenburg Unified School District
The Wickenburg Unified School District earns a C-rating from Niche and serves roughly 1,500 students with its high school, middle school, and two elementary schools. Wickenburg High School offers hands-on career and technical education courses in a variety of fields, and from Grade 4 through graduation, students can also enroll in the Wickenburg Virtual Academy.
Model Creek Elementary School is the only school in Peeples Valley.
Peeples Valley students will attend Prescott High School.
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A car-dependent community without public transportation and interstate access
State Route 60 and State Route 93 intersect in town, and residents are roughly 40 miles from both Interstate 17 and Interstate 10. Wickenburg Community Hospital is right in town. The Wickenburg Municipal Airport doesn’t have commercial flights; Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 70 miles away, with flights to about 120 domestic and 25 international destinations.
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