Why Live in Prescott East
Prescott East, a subcommunity of Prescott Valley, Arizona, has evolved from former ranchland and gold country into a bustling residential area with a unique character. The neighborhood features colorful ranch-style homes, many with gravel or dirt driveways and sizeable front lawns. Prescott East is conveniently located along State Route 69, providing residents with direct access to shopping and dining options. Local highlights include The Honeyman, known for its health products, Yavapai Pawn, Guido’s Pizza, and Carniceria Azteca, which serves Mexican street food. For grocery needs, Fry’s and Safeway are nearby. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Fain Park, a 100-acre park with fishing, picnicking, and hiking trails, as well as the Glassford Summit Trail, which offers scenic views and wildlife sightings. Students in Prescott East attend schools such as Lake Valley Elementary, Glassford Hill Middle School, and Bradshaw Mountain High School, which is noted for its strong athletics and college prep programs. Prescott East is just an 8-mile drive from the city of Prescott and 93 miles from Phoenix, making it accessible for both local and longer-distance travel. The Prescott Regional Airport is also a convenient 20-minute drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prescott East a good place to live?
Prescott East is a good place to live. Prescott East is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Prescott East has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $64,795 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Prescott East are home owners, with 35.7% of residents renting and 64.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Prescott East can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Prescott East neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Prescott East?
The median home price in Prescott East is $655,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $131,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,400 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $146K a year to afford the median home price in Prescott East. The average household income in Prescott East is $65K.
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Home Trends in Prescott East, AZ
On average, homes in Prescott East, Prescott Valley sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Prescott East, Prescott Valley over the last 12 months is $655,000.
Median Sale Price
$655,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$655,303
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$378,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$183
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$655,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%