About North Phoenix Arizona Homes
About North Phoenix Arizona Homes
North Phoenix Arizona homes offer a blend of established neighborhoods and newer developments, generally with more space and natural desert landscape than central Phoenix while remaining firmly part of the city rather than a separate suburb.
North Phoenix encompasses a large and diverse area in the northern part of Phoenix proper. Unlike New River or other distinct suburbs, it’s part of the city of Phoenix but has its own character.
Please note that this North Phoenix Arizona home search will result homes in many of the towns and cities that fall under the north part of metro Phoenix. The North Phoenix search is meant to pull all homes in the northern half of the Phoenix Valley.
Here are some facts about the area:
Location & Geography
- Generally considered the area of Phoenix north of Northern Avenue or Dunlap Avenue
- Extends north to the Phoenix city limits (near Desert Hills/New River)
- Bordered by Scottsdale to the east and Glendale to the west
- Encompasses notable mountains including North Mountain, Shaw Butte, and Lookout Mountain
- Gradually increasing elevation moving north, providing views of the valley
- Phoenix Mountains Preserve cuts through parts of North Phoenix
- Desert Ridge area sits at the northeastern section
- Sonoran Desert landscape with more preserved natural areas than central Phoenix
- Several washes and small waterways cut through the region
- Typically 1-3°F cooler than central Phoenix due to elevation
Housing Characteristics
- Wide variety of housing options from modest to luxury
- Mix of older established neighborhoods (1960s-1980s) in southern sections
- Newer master-planned communities in the northern sections (post-1990s)
- Housing density decreases moving northward
- Many mid-century ranch homes in areas like Moon Valley and Sunnyslope
- Luxury estates in areas like Desert Ridge and Paradise Valley Village
- Significant condominium and apartment development along major corridors
- Many homes feature desert landscaping or traditional grass yards
- Various architectural styles from mid-century modern to southwestern to contemporary
Popular Neighborhoods
- Moon Valley (established golf course community)
Sunnyslope (historic area with mix of gentrification) - Desert Ridge (upscale master-planned community)
- Paradise Valley Village (not to be confused with the town of Paradise Valley)
- Tatum Ranch (golf community near Cave Creek)
- Deer Valley (diverse area near the airport)
- Norterra (newer development in northwest Phoenix)
- Desert View (northeastern area with mountain views)
- Lookout Mountain (upscale homes near the preserve)
Amenities & Features
- Desert Ridge Marketplace (major shopping center)
- High Street shopping and entertainment district
- Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve
- Multiple golf courses including Moon Valley Country Club
- Phoenix Mountains Preserve hiking trails
- Arizona State University West Campus
- Deer Valley Airport
- Mayo Clinic Hospital
- Multiple major resorts
- Cave Creek and Carefree nearby for Western charm
- Major medical centers including HonorHealth facilities
- Proximity to the Loop 101 freeway for easy commuting
Community Aspects
- Generally family-oriented with good public and private schools
- Mix of longtime residents and newcomers
- More suburban feel than central Phoenix
- Active HOAs in many newer communities
- Higher elevation provides slightly milder temperatures
- Generally middle to upper-middle income demographics
- Strong outdoor recreation culture
- Mix of political viewpoints, generally becoming more conservative moving north
- Many residents commute to Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix or the West Valley
- Range of cultural diversity depending on specific neighborhood
- Active community centers and parks programming
Give Us a Call
All North Phoenix Arizona homes actively listed for sale are below. If you’re looking for average pricing, comparative market analysis reporting and/or specific neighborhood details, you’ll want to contact one of our real estate agents by contacting our team; we’ll be happy to provide you with listing and sale stats.
Expand the Links Below
Current North Phoenix Arizona Homes for Sale
8,312 Matches Found
$389,900
15022 N 35TH Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,820SF
Last Modified: 3:17am, April 27, 2026
$389,900
8649 E ROYAL PALM Road 232, Scottsdale, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,000SF
Last Modified: 6:36pm, May 4, 2026
$389,990
406 E TARO Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,289SF
Last Modified: 7:20pm, April 30, 2026
$389,990
24099 N 143RD Lane, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,504SF
Last Modified: 7:01am, May 17, 2026
$389,990
18223 W CAMINO DE ORO, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,567SF
Last Modified: 10:01pm, May 6, 2026
$389,990
16977 W SPUR Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,440SF
Last Modified: 12:05am, April 11, 2026
$389,990
27001 N 169TH Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,440SF
Last Modified: 12:03am, April 11, 2026
$389,990
17617 N 17TH Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,353SF
Last Modified: 11:34pm, May 11, 2026
$389,990
3119 W COUNTRY GABLES Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,476SF
Last Modified: 1:10am, April 28, 2026
$389,990
17607 N PIMA Trail, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
3BA
1,646SF
Last Modified: 3:16pm, May 15, 2026
$389,999
3556 E HELENA Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,014SF
Last Modified: 5:50pm, May 13, 2026
$389,999
16501 N DURBIN Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,627SF
Last Modified: 4:51pm, May 9, 2026
$389,999
15314 W PANTANO Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,530SF
Last Modified: 4:29pm, April 21, 2026
$389,999
18230 N ORGAN PIPE Drive, Sun City, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,586SF
Last Modified: 7:10am, May 10, 2026
$390,000
18414 N 104TH Avenue, Sun City, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,577SF
Last Modified: 7:21pm, May 6, 2026
$390,000
21039 N VISTA Trail, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,427SF
Last Modified: 3:55am, May 17, 2026
$390,000
5780 W Freeway Lane, Glendale, AZ
Active
4BD
2BA
1,820SF
Last Modified: 7:05am, May 4, 2026
$390,000
16003 W WINCHCOMB Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
3BA
1,866SF
Last Modified: 10:29pm, March 13, 2026
$390,000
3238 W ALTADENA Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,464SF
Last Modified: 4:54pm, April 26, 2026
$390,000
22326 N ARRELLAGA Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,351SF
Last Modified: 10:55pm, April 27, 2026
Copyright 2026 Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. Information Not Guaranteed and Must Be Confirmed by End User. Site contains live data.