Why Live in Taylor
Taylor, AZ, located in the Silver Creek Valley near the White Mountains, is a pioneer town founded in 1878 with a strong agricultural identity. Residents appreciate the rural lifestyle and cooler weather, making it ideal for farming and self-sustaining living. Taylor is about a 3-hour drive from Phoenix, offering more land for less money compared to urban areas. Homes range from ranch-style properties on spacious lots to newer farmhouses on acres of land. The town is situated between the White Mountains and the Painted Desert, providing access to hiking trails, skiing at Sunrise Park Resort, and the Petrified Forest National Park, less than 60 miles north. Taylor is served by the Snowflake Unified School District, with highly rated schools including Taylor Elementary, Taylor Intermediate, Snowflake Junior High, and Snowflake High. The town celebrates Independence Day with “The Firing of the Anvil” and a two-day event featuring patriotic activities and fireworks. Main Street hosts the area's shopping center with a Walmart, Bashas’, and local eateries like Sandy’s Restaurant and Trapper’s Café. Show Low, just over 15 miles south, is a common commute destination for non-agricultural workers and medical professionals, with Summit Healthcare being the nearest hospital.
Home Trends in Taylor, AZ
On average, homes in Taylor, AZ sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Taylor, AZ over the last 12 months is $290,000, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$290,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median List Price
$480,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-21%