Why Live in Cresta Gila Estates
Cresta Gila Estates in Yuma features sidewalk-lined streets with desert landscaping, including low-water plantings like cacti. The neighborhood consists mainly of single-story homes built between 1990 and 2000, showcasing late 20th-century Spanish Revival and Pueblo styles. These homes typically have three to four bedrooms, attached garages, and large lots ranging from 11,000 to 20,000 square feet. Custom-built homes in the area offer features such as private pools, multi-car garages, and covered patios. The Yuma Readiness and Community Center, located half a mile south, hosts community classes and events, while Terraces Park and Ocotillo Park provide outdoor recreational spaces within a few miles. Shopping and dining options are available within 3 miles along East 32nd Street, including the Cielo Verde retail plaza with fast-food chains, a Walmart, and local businesses like Paws & Tails Pet Supply Store. Dining options include A Touch of Thai and Carnitas El Taste. Annual events such as the MCAS Yuma Airshow and the Medjool Date Festival are popular local attractions. Interstate 8 is less than a mile south, providing easy access to MCAS Yuma and downtown Yuma. Yuma International Airport is 6 miles southeast, and Yuma Regional Medical Center is about 9 miles west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cresta Gila Estates a good place to live?
Cresta Gila Estates is a good place to live. Cresta Gila Estates is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Cresta Gila Estates has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $149,212 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 36.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Cresta Gila Estates are home owners, with 11.5% of residents renting and 88.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cresta Gila Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cresta Gila Estates neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cresta Gila Estates?
The median home price in Cresta Gila Estates is $512,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $102,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Cresta Gila Estates. The average household income in Cresta Gila Estates is $149K.
What are the best public schools in Cresta Gila Estates?
The best public schools that serve Cresta Gila Estates are:
What are the best private schools in Cresta Gila Estates?
The best private schools that serve Cresta Gila Estates are:
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Are home prices dropping in Cresta Gila Estates?
Yes, home prices in Cresta Gila Estates are down 12% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cresta Gila Estates, AZ
On average, homes in Cresta Gila Estates, Yuma sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Cresta Gila Estates, Yuma over the last 12 months is $517,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$517,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$516,475
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$199
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$512,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%