Explore Homes for Sale in Phoenix with Mother-in-Law Suite
With so many benefits to owning a home with a mother-in-law-suite, it's no surprise the demand for them is on the rise, especially in Arizona and other parts of the Southwest. Buyers who are currently interested in homes for sale in Phoenix with mother-in-law suite will discover a wide range of properties in the area to choose from. Whether you are interested in a home in a quiet neighborhood, family-oriented master-planned development, an exclusive golf course or waterfront community, or a sprawling luxury estate with breathtaking views, real estate in Phoenix with mother-in-law suite accommodates every buyer and lifestyle. The region’s year-round warm climate and sunshine, exciting cultural and recreation options, fabulous shopping and dining, nationally recognized school districts, numerous outdoor recreation opportunities, popular annual events like the Barrett-Jackson Car Auction and Waste Management Phoenix Open, 4 professional sports teams, Cactus League spring training baseball, and over 200 golf courses make it an attractive place to live and buy a home.
By purchasing a home with an In-law suite, friends and family members that come to visit you will have a cozy place to stay, so they don't have to pay for a costly hotel, with a fraction of the amenities. The extra space can also be used for a home office, hobby room, or for your college-age kids during semester breaks, keeping them close to home. If you have elderly parents, a mother-in-law suite is the perfect lifestyle solution, bringing families together for daily engagement, while keeping enough space for privacy and independence. Because homes for sale in Phoenix are in demand, especially those with in-law suites, buyers will want to partner with a qualified agent. Cathy Carter is a luxury home specialist and highly-rated REALTOR® in Phoenix who can help you find the perfect home with an in-law suite and secure an offer. Cathy has access to a full complement of real estate tools and resources to ensure a successful home buying experience. Start searching for your dream home today by contacting Cathy directly at (480) 459-8488 or you can get in touch by email.
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If you would like more information about homes for sale In Phoenix with mother-in-law suite, or to schedule a private showing, please contact the best REALTOR® in Phoenix - Cathy Carter. In today’s competitive market, you need an agent with in-depth market knowledge, familiarity with the area you want to live in, and the skills and experience to lead you towards a successful transaction. Cathy is a dedicated full-time real estate agent with her finger on the pulse of the phoenix metro area market at all times. She is the first to know when new real estate in Phoenix with mother-in-law suite becomes available, ensuring that her buyers have the advantage they need in a competitive sellers' market.
In June 2021, Phoenix home prices were up 27.0% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $381K. On average, homes in Phoenix sell after 22 days on the market compared to 41 days last year. There were 2,755 homes sold in June this year, up from 2,482 last year. As your agent, Cathy can help educate you on the most desirable neighborhoods and communities in Phoenix, the types of homes and features offered, the top builders in the region, school districts, private schools, surrounding area amenities, nearby attractions, local community developments, and so much more. Get started on your home search today by calling Cathy directly at 480‑459‑8488 or send her an email.
The Benefits of Living in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix is the capital city of Arizona, the center of the Phoenix metro area, and home to over 1,721,504 People. Boasting a healthy job market, an abundance of art & culture offerings, fabulous shopping and dining destinations, fun-filled family attractions, exciting nightlife venues, popular annual events and festivals, 4 professional sports teams, Cactus League spring training baseball, numerous parks, and scenic hiking trails. Phoenix is also one of the top golf destinations in the world with almost 200 golf courses.
Other than the mountains in and around the city, Phoenix is generally flat, allowing the city’s main streets to run on a precise grid with wide, open-spaced roadways. The area is split generally between its south, central, and northern parts, with locals referring to these areas as simply “South Phoenix” for example. Neighboring towns like Scottsdale and Mesa to the east and Glendale directly to the west of the city often get lumped into the area.
Downtown Phoenix is rich in both historic charm and modern, cosmopolitan sophistication. In recent years, Downtown Phoenix has experienced a major renaissance with brand restaurants, art galleries, retail shops, and all types of businesses popping up - spurring a series of new developments ranging from apartment complexes to new hotels and luxury high-rises such as 44 Monroe and The Summit at Copper Square, just to name a few.
For those who prefer the comforts of a more suburban lifestyle, while also enjoying proximity to a major city, the Phoenix East Valley communities of Scottsdale, Chandler, Sun Lakes, Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Mesa, Tempe, and Ahwatukee each offer their own unique appeal. Top employers in East Valley include Intel Corporation (2 campuses in Chandler), Banner Health, Arizona State University, Mesa Unified School District, Wells Fargo, Walmart, Boeing Company, Gilbert Unified School District, Bank of America, and Chandler Unified School District.
The Average Temperatures In Phoenix
The coldest month is January when the average temperature overnight is 43.4°F. In July, which is the warmest month, the average daytime temperature rises to 104.2°F.
Month |
Low |
High |
Jan |
43.4°F |
65.0°F |
Feb |
47.0°F |
69.4°F |
Mar |
51.1°F |
74.3°F |
Apr |
57.5°F |
83.0°F |
May |
66.3°F |
91.9°F |
Jun |
75.2°F |
102.0°F |
Jul |
81.4°F |
104.2°F |
Aug |
80.4°F |
102.4°F |
Sept |
74.5°F |
97.4°F |
Oct |
62.9°F |
86.4°F |
Nov |
50.0°F |
73.3°F |
Dec |
43.5°F |
65.0°F |
PHOENIX JOBS
Downtown Phoenix is a prominent center for banking and finance. The regional headquarters for several major financial institutions, including JP Morgan Chase, Wells Fargo, US Bank, Bank of America, Compass Bank, and MidFirst Bank, are all located within or near the Downtown Phoenix core. The Phoenix metro area is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions in the country for technology and software companies. With operational costs 42% less than California, according to the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Phoenix has become a hub of commercial activity as more and more businesses are choosing to relocate here from other parts of the U.S.
Technology and bio-science are major economic drivers in the region with health care, manufacturing, and financial services solidly growing industries. Fortune 500/1000 companies based or having major operations in Phoenix include Avnet, Freeport-McMoRan, Republic Services, PetSmart, Apollo Group, Insight Enterprises, ON Semiconductor, Pinnacle West Capital Corporation, Amkor Technology, Swift Transportation, and First Solar.
In-demand Industries in Phoenix include construction, professional and technical services, information technology, transportation and warehousing, health care and social assistance, and real estate and rental and leasing (Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity). Workers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $25.16 as of 2019 (the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). When compared nationwide, Phoenix area employment was more highly concentrated in office and administrative support, business and financial operations, and computer and mathematical.
Table: Occupational employment and wages by major occupational group, U.S. and the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ Metropolitan Statistical Area, and measures of statistical significance, May 2019 - U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The top ten highest paying jobs in Phoenix, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
- Psychiatrists
- General Internal Medicine Physicians
- Physicians, All Other; and Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
- Family Medicine Physicians
- Chief Executives
- Pediatricians, General
- Dentists, General
- Nurse Anesthetists
- Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
- Architectural and Engineering Managers
PHOENIX SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Phoenix is home to several award-winning school districts filled with top-rated schools. There are 458 public schools serving 253,554 students in Phoenix. There are 30 school districts with more than 200 charter schools and a number of top-rated private schools. Under Arizona’s open-enrollment law, children can attend other schools within the district or in another district by applying to that school, so families can be confident their child is receiving the best education possible. Phoenix has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Arizona. The 3 highest ranked public schools in Phoenix include Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale, and Basis Phoenix.
Public School Review’s list of highest ranked schools in Phoenix:
- Phoenix Union Bioscience High School Ranked: 10/10 Top 1% (9-12)
- Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 1% (K-12)
- Basis Phoenix (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 1% (5-12)
- Kyrene De La Sierra School: Ranked 10/10 Top 1% (PK-5)
- Basis Ahwatukee (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (3-12)
- Alhambra Traditional School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-8)
- Madison Traditional Academy: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-8)
- Fireside Elementary School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-6)
- Great Hearts Academies - Archway Chandler (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-12)
- Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-6)
- Aaec - Paradise Valley (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (9-12)
- Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (9-12)
- Hopi Elementary School: Rank 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
- Adams Traditional Academy (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-8)
- Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
- Kyrene De Los Cerritos School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-5)
- Benchmark School (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-6)
- Kyrene De Los Lagos School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-5)
- Great Hearts Academies - Archway Glendale (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
- Great Hearts Academies - Archway Lincoln (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
There are numerous higher-education opportunities situated throughout the Phoenix metro area. Downtown Phoenix is home to the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Arizona State University has campuses in Downtown Phoenix and the city of Mesa, with its main campus in the city of Tempe.
Phoenix Area Art and Culture
The Phoenix area offers an abundance of art and culture. The downtown Phoenix art scene has seen major development over the past decade and dozens of museums span the valley, including the Phoenix Art Museum, Arizona Capitol Museum, Arizona Military Museum, Hall of Flame Firefighting Museum, Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park, Children's Museum of Phoenix, Arizona Science Center, and the Heard Museum, among others. Performing arts in the Phoenix area includes the Phoenix Symphony Hall, Arizona Opera, Ballet Arizona, Orpheum Theatre, Dorrance Theater, and Herberger Theater Center. Concert venues include Talking Stick Resort Arena and Comerica Theatre in downtown Phoenix, and Gammage Auditorium in Tempe (the last public building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright).
The Mesa Arts Center located in Mesa also supports regular independent musical and theater performances. The city of Scottsdale is renowned for its exceptional arts and culture, home to the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts, the Musical Instrument Museum, and over 100 fine art galleries. Scottsdale’s art-driven events include the free weekly Scottsdale Art Walk, Canal Convergence, and Scottsdale Contemporary Month. Taliesin West, located in Scottsdale, is the Arizona home and studio of architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the winter campus for the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. Also in Scottsdale is the site of the Cosanti Foundation, founded by the Italian architect and builder Paolo Soleri.
Phoenix Area Shopping
From quaint antique shops to chic boutiques and some of the most fashionable shopping centers you will find anywhere, the Phoenix area has it all. Scottsdale alone has more than 2,500 luxury retailers, one-of-a-kind boutiques, and upscale malls. Old Town Scottsdale is home to dozens of gift shops, Native American jewelry stores, and Scottsdale Fashion Square, the Southwest’s largest shopping destination. In North Scottsdale, Scottsdale Quarter featured high-end stores in sunny outdoor settings.
- Scottsdale Fashion Square is an upscale, super-regional luxury shopping mall located in the downtown area of Scottsdale. It is the largest shopping mall in Arizona with approximately 2 million square feet of retail space. Scottsdale Fashion Square offers a compelling retail experience with over 220 specialty stores, restaurants, and a movie theater. The mall offers the very best in every category. Elite brands include Burberry, Hugo Boss, Kate Spade, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., St. John, Max Mara, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus.
- Kierland Commons, a major upscale, master-planned shopping, residential, and resort community, is located on the eastern edge of Phoenix, on the border with Scottsdale.
- Desert Ridge Marketplace, located north of Loop 101 on Tatum Boulevard in Phoenix is anchored by AMC Theatres, Barnes & Noble, Old Navy, and Target. The outdoor lifestyle center features premier shopping, chef-driven restaurants, entertainment, and more.
- The Shops at Norterra Mall is a 354,000 square foot lifestyle center featuring specialty retailers and junior anchors in the North Phoenix area known as the Black Canyon Corridor. The mall includes Harkins Theaters, DICK’s Sporting Goods, BevMo, Victoria’s Secret, Best Buy, and others, with full-service and fast-casual restaurant options: Mellow Mushroom, Sauce, Pita Jungle, P.F. Chang’s, Chipotle, and Panera Bread.
- The Paradise Valley Mall, which opened in 1978, has long been the hub of Paradise Valley Village, a lively residential suburb and a master-planned community in Phoenix. The Mall is currently closed (except for JCPenny and Costco) with major redevelopment underway. An exciting mix of retail shops, a grocery store, restaurants, multi-family residential units, entertainment, office, self-storage, and other uses, all in a walkable area, is coming soon.
- CityScape is an entertainment destination and shopping center in the heart of downtown Phoenix. The office tower and residential apartments are centered around a lively courtyard, retail shops, bars, restaurants, a boutique hotel, and a live stand-up comedy club —perfect for a quick lunch, happy hour, date night, or anything in between.
- Biltmore Fashion Park is an open-air lifestyle center, Arizona’s original luxury retail destination, featuring Saks Fifth Avenue, Ralph Lauren, Hyde Park Jewelers, Lululemon, and more, plus a stellar line-up of restaurants including The Capital Grille, The Cheesecake Factory, Seasons 52, and True Food Kitchen.
- Outlets at Anthem offers a pet-friendly open-air shopping experience with more than 60 designer brand shops.
Phoenix Area Restaurants (Fine Dining)
From top chefs to award-winning cuisine, the Scottsdale-Phoenix area benefits from entrepreneurism in its restaurant scene with numerous fine dining establishments to savor and enjoy. The best fine dining restaurants in Scottsdale-Phoenix include:
- Different Pointe of View - Phoenix
- Kai - Phoenix
- LON’s at The Hermosa Inn - Phoenix
- T. Cook's - Phoenix
- Binkley's Restaurant - Phoenix
- Vincent on Camelback - Phoenix
- Steak 44 - Phenix
- Quiessence at the Farm - Phoenix
- The Capital Grille - Phoenix
- Durant's - Phoenix
- Deseo - Scottsdale
- Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Scottsdale
- The Mission - Scottsdale
- Nobuo at Teeter House - Scottsdale
- J & G Steakhouse - Scottsdale
- Rancho Pinot - Scottsdale
- Roaring Fork - Scottsdale
- Wright's at The Biltmore - Scottsdale
- Dominick's Steakhouse - Scottsdale
- Orange Sky - Scottsdale
- Mastro's Ocean Club - Scottsdale
- Mastro's Steakhouse - Scottsdale
- Ocean 44 - Scottsdale
- Atlas Bistro - Scottsdale
- Talavera - Scottsdale
- FnB Restaurant - Scottsdale
- Ocean Prime - Scottsdale
Phoenix Area Nightlife
The Phoenix area has one the most vibrant and busy nightlife scenes in the west, offering plenty of places to enjoy an exciting night out. Nightlife in Downtown Phoenix Includes the Roosevelt Row Arts District with spots such as The Churchill, Sazerac, Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co., and Angels Trumpet Ale House; Crescent Ballroom, where local and national music acts take to the stage almost every night; Cobra Arcade Bar; Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour; Little Rituals; Dust Cutter; and the two-block CityScape complex, which includes Chico Malo, and Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails. Central Phoenix is where the locals play after work at neighborhood hangouts such as Culinary Dropout at The Yard, The Vig Uptown, Linger Longer Lounge, The Womack, Across the Pond, The Casual Pint, and more.
Old Town is the entertainment hub of Scottsdale and is the place to go for nightlife with a lot of venues and clubs within blocks of each other. One of the most glamorous nightclubs is The Mint Ultralounge, a 7,000 square foot space (formerly a bank) designed to evoke the Hollywood Regency style. AZ88 Bar & Restaurant in Old Town is the perfect place for a relaxing nightcap with friends. Rockbar Inc. bills itself as the city's top rock 'n roll destination and features live music, rock DJs, and exclusive performances from local and national acts. Check out Paris of Scottsdale if you're looking for a Latin-inspired nightlife spot.
Maya Day + Nightclub brings a touch of Vegas flash to the desert and is one of the most popular dance clubs in Scottsdale. The Beverly is an Old Town Scottsdale gem full of old-school glamour and sophistication. Casablanca Rooftop Lounge is a good option when you're looking for a quieter, sophisticated night in Old Town with panoramic views of both Scottsdale and Camelback Mountain from the lounge balcony. Dakota is a popular Old Town hybrid restaurant, bar, and nightlife venue, offering casual and fun with a touch of glam. For a night of comedy, head to any of the local comedy clubs in the Phoenix area. Check out the Laugh Factory Club in Scottsdale, and Rick Bronson's - House of Comedy AZ, Stand Up Live, and Torch Theater in Phoenix.
Phoenix Area Outdoor Recreation
The Scottsdale-Phoenix area provides an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities for all age groups. Hiking, biking, climbing, horseback riding, and golfing are among the most popular activities in the region and can be enjoyed year-round. In Phoenix, McDowell Mountain Regional Park offers spectacular features spectacular views, and more than 21,000 acres of pristine desert, with miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. South Mountain Park & Preserve, the largest municipal park in the U.S. includes over 51 miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking for all ability levels. Salt River also provides plenty of recreational fun with bike paths and picnic areas that surround the lake.
Camelback offers some of the best urban hiking in the U.S. and attracts over 300,000 hikers every year. Some of the best trails can be found around Lost Dutchman State Park or Desert Foothills Park. You’ll also find some great local park options like Echo Canyon Recreation Area or Phoenix Mountain Preserve. The Best hiking trails in Phoenix can be found at Piestewa Peak / Dreamy Draw, South Mountain Park/Preserve, and Papago Park.
Located in North Scottsdale, McDowell Sonoran Preserve provides many trailheads with a variety of trails for both beginners and experts. Gateway Trail and Sunrise Peak are among some of the local favorites. Peak hiking season begins in late October and can run through winter into spring. There are 59 moderate trails in Scottsdale ranging from 1.9 to 52.2 miles and from 1,686 to 5,209 feet above sea level.
Some of the best trails in Scottsdale include:
- Camelback Mountain via Echo Canyon Trail is a 2.5 mile heavily trafficked out-and-back trail and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
- Pinnacle Peak Trail is a 4-mile heavily trafficked out-and-back trail and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
- Gateway Loop Trail is a 4.2-mile heavily trafficked loop trail and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and mountain biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on a leash.
- Blue Wash Trail is a 2.8-mile heavily trafficked out-and-back trail that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and horses. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on a leash.
- Lost Dog Wash Trail to Ringtail Trail Loop is a 4.4-mile heavily trafficked loop trail that features beautiful wildflowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on a leash.
- Inspiration Point is a 5.7-mile out-and-back trail that offers scenic views and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and running. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on a leash.
Phoenix Area Golf
Home to the Waste Management Phoenix Open, the Scottsdale-Phoenix area boasts more than 200 golf courses, many of which are accessible to the public. Each year when the PGA Tour converges on TPC Scottsdale for the “Greatest Show on Grass,” thousands of recreational golfers escape the cold winter weather for sunny skies set against picturesque desert mountain vistas in central Arizona.
If you want to play TPC Scottsdale's Stadium Course, you will be paying a hefty price. In the weeks after the Phoenix Open, which is the high season for golf in the area, the TPC Scottsdale green fee is as high as $384 at the peak of the day. The green fee goes down to $259 after 2 p.m. Prices start to go down in April to a maximum of $289 per player.
Yes, you can easily pay a couple of hundred dollars for a round of golf in Scottsdale but you can also find deals even during peak season. Many courses cut their greens fees by more than 50% for late-morning or early-afternoon tee times. Three courses to try out include the Silverado Golf Course (afternoon tee times for $50 or less), the McDowell Mountain Golf Club (afternoon tee times are around $100), and the Boulders Club offering two scenic championship courses ((afternoon tee time are around $180).
Many Scottsdale golf clubs, including We-Ko-Pa Golf Club and Wildfire Golf Club, have multiple courses and offer bounce-back rates so you can play the courses for a discounted fee on different days. Or, consider teeing off at one of these municipal courses: Continental Golf Course, Coronado Golf Course, or Papago Golf Course. There are also a number of top-rated courses outside Scottsdale’s city limits that have fewer golfers, incredible views, and lower prices like the Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course, Verde River Golf & Social Club, and Desert Canyon Golf Club, among others.
Best golf courses the public can play in the Scottsdale area
- Troon North (Monument & Pinnacle) Scottsdale
- We-Ko-Pa (Saguaro & Cholla)—Fort McDowell (Located 40 minutes northeast of downtown) Scottsdale)
- The Boulders Golf Club - Scottsdale
- Grayhawk (Raptor & Talon)—Scottsdale
- TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course)—Scottsdale
- Quintero Golf Club—Peoria (North of the greater Phoenix area )
- Talking Stick Golf Club - Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community - Scottsdale
- Sunridge Canyon Golf Club - Fountain Hills (North of Scottsdale)
- Ak-Chin Southern Dunes - Ak-Chin Indian Reservation (Located 41.9 miles from Scottsdale)
- Wickenburg Ranch’s Big Wick (located northwest of Phoenix in Wickenburg)
- Papago Golf - Phoenix
Best private golf courses in Scottsdale
Professional Sports & Events
For sports fans, the Phoenix area offers a wide variety of professional sports & events such as the Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB) /Chase Field, Phoenix Suns (NBA), Phoenix Coyotes (NHL), ASU Sun Devil Football, ASU Cardinals Football, Phoenix International Raceway (NASCAR), Turf Paradise (Thoroughbred Racing), Waste Management Phoenix Open, and The Cactus League Spring Training Baseball. Phoenix professional sports facilities: Chase Field - Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, tours available year-round; Talking Stick Resort Arena - Home of the Phoenix - Suns, Mercury, and Arizona Rattlers.
Transportation
Public transportation in the Phoenix area is provided by Valley Metro, which includes trains, buses, and a rideshare program. The 26-mile Valley Metro Rail, referred to simply as "the light rail" by locals, connects downtown Phoenix to Tempe, Mesa, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport by way of the PHX Sky Train. From end to end, there are currently 38 stations, including 11 park-and-ride stations. Use Valley Metro's trip planner to find the best route to your destination using light rail and busses (Metro Rail Maps and Schedules). Bicyclists may bring their bikes aboard the train.
Metro light rail trains depart stations at each end of the route every 12 minutes from about 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and every 20 minutes at other times. Trains start running at about 3:30 a.m. on weekdays and 4 a.m. on weekends and holidays. The last full trip of the day on Monday through Thursday begins at 11 p.m., arriving at the opposite end of the line at about 12:25 a.m. early the next morning. On Friday nights and Saturday nights (Saturday and Sunday mornings) the last full trip is at 2 a.m., arriving at the opposite end of the line at 3:25 a.m.
Metro light rail fares: single-ride tickets cost $2; an all-day pass is $4. Passes for seven days ($20), 15 days ($33), and 31 days ($64) are also available. Certain groups can get a discount—including seniors ages 65 and older, students, Medicare cardholders, and the disabled—children five and under ride for free with an adult. Passengers must have proof of eligibility to qualify for reduced fares.
In addition to the light rail system, Valley Metro operates the local, express, and RAPID bus services and rural and neighborhood circulars - covering 513 square miles. Many attractions, including the Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum, and the Arizona Science Center, are along the light rail's route. Valley Metro Rail is also ideal for events. Parking in downtown Phoenix can be a challenge for sporting events, concerts, and First Fridays, so many people park at one of the park-and-ride lots and take the light rail to their desired destination.
The Scottsdale Municipal Airport is a single-runway airport located in North Scottsdale that's used primarily for corporate and transient aviation traffic. It is one of the busiest single-runway airports in the country. The closest major airport serving both Scottsdale and Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with over 1000 flights per day. The Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located in Mesa about 20 miles southeast of Phoenix.
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