Scottsdale

Scottsdale, Arizona

A desert oasis packed with highly rated golf courses, fascinating landmarks, and serene parks, Scottsdale is known as “The West’s Most Western Town.” Indeed, the Western aesthetic can be seen throughout the city’s streets, especially in Old Town Scottsdale, the picturesque commercial district standing at the center of town. Here, you’ll find an alluring collection of wine tasting rooms, sidewalk cafes, antique stores, saloons, and cocktails bars. Nearby, the Arizona Canal Trail meanders alongside the water, allowing for peaceful views. The charm of this downtown district is undeniable—it’s a huge reason why Scottsdale real estate continues to be in high demand. Living in Scottsdale means having a bevy of natural attractions at your fingertips. Head to McDowell Sonoran Preserve to enjoy hiking and biking amid cacti and mountain peaks. For a place with more greenery, check out McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, boasting a mini train, a carousel, and a model railroad display. Golf clubs occupy part of the expansive northern end of town, where dense neighborhoods give way to wide-open spaces. There’s a plethora of Scottsdale homes for sale boasting a huge range of enviable amenities. From thoughtful landscaping and attractive façades to in-ground pools and picture-perfect patios, these dwellings add to the joy of living in this town. Regardless of your preferred price point, our Scottsdale Realtors can help you zero in on the perfect property.Scottsdale has a population of about 219,900. The city is 184 square miles, almost all of it land. The median age of residents is about 45 and 53% of residents are married. About 37% of residents have children; 21% of its population is below the age of 18. The average household size is 2.2 people. There are about 100,00 households in Scottsdale, about 60,000 of which are homes to families. About 47% of its population is single. There are about about 42,000 non-family households. 90% of Queen Creek residents are white, about 2% are black, about 4% are asian, and about 1% are Native American. 9% of residents claim hispanic ethnicity, meaning 91% are non-hispanic.

The median home price in Scottsdale is $384,900. Home appreciation is about 19% over the last year. The median age of real estate here is 24 years. 56% of homes are owned, while renters make up about 25% of the population. 20% of houses and apartments are unoccupied. Vacant vacation homes make up about 11% of unoccupied housing. The median household income is about $72,200. The unemployment rate in Scottsdale is 4.3%, about 2% less than the national average. The cost of living in Scottsdale is 40% higher than the national average. The average work commute time is 22 minutes, which is on par with than the national average. 77% of commuters drive their own car alone, 7% carpool with others, 10% work from home, 2% walk, 1% ride a bicycle, and 2% take public transit.

The New York Times described downtown Scottsdale as “a desert version of Miami’s South Beach” and as having “plenty of late night partying and a buzzing hotel scene.” Notable attractions include museums, outdoor recreation, and shopping centers. Scottsdale is bordered by Phoenix on the west.