Why Live in Red Mountain Ranch
Red Mountain Ranch in Mesa is characterized by its enclosed asphalt-paved streets lined with sidewalks, acacia trees, cacti, and palm trees, offering scenic views of the Superstition Mountains. The neighborhood predominantly features single-family homes built in the 1980s and '90s, with some newer builds from 2020. Home styles include Spanish-influenced ranch-style and new traditional homes with terracotta roofs and stucco exteriors, many with stone privacy fences and in-ground pools. There are also Mediterranean-influenced estates near the neighborhood perimeter and the Red Mountain Ranch Country Club. The semi-private Country Club, a focal point since 1986, offers an 18-hole golf course, an Olympic-sized lap pool, a fitness center, and pickleball courts. Residents can also enjoy Red Mountain Ranch Community Park, Red Mountain Ranch Northwest Park, and Red Rock Park, with hiking opportunities at Usery Mountain Regional Park. Shopping options include Ridgeview Plaza and The Village at Las Sendas, both within a few miles, and Red Mountain Gateway mall for big box stores. The Red Mountain Ranch Owners Association organizes community events like garage sales and Party in the Park. The neighborhood is accessible via Power Road and Loop 202, with Downtown Mesa 14 miles away and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport 18 miles south. Zoned for Mesa Public Schools, the area includes highly rated Red Mountain Ranch Elementary, Shepherd Junior High, and Red Mountain High, known for its Performing Arts programs. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Mountain Ranch a good place to live?
Red Mountain Ranch is a good place to live. Red Mountain Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Red Mountain Ranch is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Red Mountain Ranch has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 55. The average household income is $171,996 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 47.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Red Mountain Ranch are home owners, with 11.1% of residents renting and 88.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Red Mountain Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Red Mountain Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Red Mountain Ranch, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Red Mountain Ranch, AZ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Red Mountain Ranch?
The median home price in Red Mountain Ranch is $599,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $128K a year to afford the median home price in Red Mountain Ranch. The average household income in Red Mountain Ranch is $172K.
What are the best public schools in Red Mountain Ranch?
The best public schools that serve Red Mountain Ranch are:
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Are home prices dropping in Red Mountain Ranch?
Yes, home prices in Red Mountain Ranch are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Red Mountain Ranch, AZ
On average, homes in Red Mountain Ranch, Mesa sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Red Mountain Ranch, Mesa over the last 12 months is $576,450, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$576,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$584,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$409,200
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median List Price
$599,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%