Scottsdale AZ Real Estate and Relocation Agents
You’ve decided to move to Scottsdale? Congrats! We may be biased, but we think it’s a pretty special place. Surrounded by nature and featuring a ton of activities – there’s’ something for everyone in our little suburb of Phoenix!
Our weather isn’t the only thing that’s hot – the housing market is extremely competitive, so having a Scottsdale-based Real Estate agent can be the difference between a timely, trusted offer and one that was just a bit too late.
We’ve compiled some details about moving to Scottsdale that you might find helpful as you plan your relocation.
The Details
- Population: 242,700 (2017 est.)
- Size: 184.5 square miles, stretching 31 miles from north to south
- Elevation: from 1,150 to 4,877 feet above sea level. Scottsdale Airport is at 1,510 feet
- Average sunny days: 314
- Average rainfall: 7.66 inches
- Hottest Month: July with an average high of 105.1°F
- Coolest Month: December with an average high of 65°F
HOME BUYING FACTS
According to the homebuying website Zillow.com, in February 2020 the median home value in Scottsdale, AZ is $525,703. Scottsdale home values have gone up 5.7% over the past year and Zillow predicts they will rise 4.5% within the next year.
Scottsdale Housing Market Statistics to March 2020 (via Trulia.com)
- Median Sales Price $477,000
- Price Per Square Ft $242
SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Elementary
Cochise Elementary School
Public • Preschool to 5
576 Students
Greatschools Rating: 10/10
Anasazi Elementary School
Public • Preschool to 5
475 Students
Greatschools Rating: 10/10
Sonoran Sky Elementary School
Public • K to 6
711 Students
Greatschools Rating: 10/10
Sequoya Elementary School
Public • K to 5
498 Students
Greatschools Rating: 10/10
Cherokee Elementary School
Public • Preschool to 5
636 Students
Greatschools Rating: 10/10
Middle
Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School
Public • Preschool to 8
928 Students
Greatschools Rating: 9/10
Desert Canyon Middle School
Public • 6 to 8
541 Students
Greatschools Rating: 9/10
Sonoran Trails Middle School
Public • 6 to 8
950 Students
Greatschools Rating: 9/10
Copper Ridge School
Public • Preschool to 8
874 Students
Greatschools Rating: 9/10
Desert Shadows Middle School
Public • 7 to 8
937 Students
Greatschools Rating: 9/10
High School
Desert Mountain High School
Public • 9 to 12
2090 Students
Greatschools Rating: 9/10
Cactus Shadows High School
Public • 9 to 12
1819 Students
Greatschools Rating: 8/10
Horizon High School
Public • 9 to 12
2134 Students
Greatschools Rating: 8/10
Saguaro High School
Public • 9 to 12
1316 Students
Greatschools Rating: 8/10
Chaparral High School
Public • 9 to 12
2360 Students
Greatschools Rating: 8/10
Adventure & Attractions
It would be impossible for someone to list all the attractions and adventures to be had in Scottsdale and surrounding areas – the city is an outdoor activities mecca in the fall, spring, and winter. Whether you want to go on a hike, take a jeep tour, attend an MLB Spring Training game or just do some incredible shopping – Scottsdale is the place for you. Here are a few resources to help you plan your days:
