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
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Current North Phoenix Arizona Homes for Sale
8,311 Matches Found
$399,999
7939 W SHAW BUTTE Drive, Peoria, AZ
Active
3BD
3BA
1,690SF
Last Modified: 10:41pm, May 12, 2026
$399,999
16813 N 113TH Avenue, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,368SF
Last Modified: 6:36am, May 9, 2026
$399,999
16537 N OACHS Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,505SF
Last Modified: 7:01am, May 17, 2026
$399,999
3719 W EVANS Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Active
4BD
2BA
1,576SF
Last Modified: 12:02am, May 16, 2026
$399,999
15131 N IVORY Drive A, Fountain Hills, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,076SF
Last Modified: 5:00pm, May 14, 2026
$400,000
6321 W ACAPULCO Lane, Glendale, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,478SF
Last Modified: 6:59am, May 17, 2026
$400,000
17642 N 17th Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,353SF
Last Modified: 6:40pm, April 8, 2026
$400,000
16365 W MONTEVERDE Lane, Surprise, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
2,019SF
Last Modified: 1:48am, April 17, 2026
$400,000
16014 W DESERT HOLLOW Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
4BD
2BA
1,506SF
Last Modified: 12:00am, May 8, 2026
$400,000
15902 W ELM Street, Surprise, AZ
Active
4BD
2BA
1,482SF
Last Modified: 9:37pm, March 29, 2026
$400,000
19532 N 88TH Drive, Peoria, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,448SF
Last Modified: 11:05pm, April 23, 2026
$400,000
11011 N 92ND Street 1157, Scottsdale, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,143SF
Last Modified: 7:01am, May 17, 2026
$400,000
5931 W BANFF Lane, Glendale, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,042SF
Last Modified: 7:15am, April 13, 2026
$400,000
11610 N 58TH Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Active
4BD
2BA
1,596SF
Last Modified: 12:23pm, May 8, 2026
$400,000
17940 N ESTRELLA VISTA Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,934SF
Last Modified: 6:58am, May 17, 2026
$400,000
12605 W BOCA RATON Road W, El Mirage, AZ
Active
4BD
2BA
1,722SF
Last Modified: 8:55am, May 9, 2026
$400,000
508 W SEQUOIA Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,135SF
Last Modified: 2:41pm, May 11, 2026
$400,000
11066 W RUNION Drive, Peoria, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,828SF
Last Modified: 8:40pm, April 27, 2026
$400,000
18563 N 116TH Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,993SF
Last Modified: 12:45am, May 12, 2026
$400,000
17614 N COCONINO Drive, Surprise, AZ
Active
3BD
2BA
1,959SF
Last Modified: 4:53pm, May 7, 2026
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