Explore Homes for Sale in Queen Creek
Homebuyers who are seeking a family-friendly, small-town vibe with easy access to major employment hubs will want to explore homes for sale in Queen Creek. The bedroom community of Queen Creek is located approximately 23.1 miles southeast of Mesa, the third-largest city in Arizona. Home to approximately 42,503 people, Queen Creek has a growing population that has nearly doubled over the past 10 years. Queen Creek also has the third-highest median income in the state, and with the Mesa, Gilbert, and Chandler tech corridor close by, there are plenty of large corporate jobs to go around. Real estate for sale in Queen Creek runs the gamut from low-maintenance condos/townhomes, single-family homes in quiet neighborhoods and gated subdivisions, semi-rural horse properties, beautiful homes tucked away in exclusive golf course communities to sprawling luxury estates with spectacular mountain views. Buyers will want to work with a qualified agent who can help them navigate the local market and secure an offer. Cathy Carter is a highly-rated REALTOR® in Queen Creek as well as a luxury home specialist with over two decades of local experience. Over the years, Cathy has helped hundreds of families find the home of their dreams in Queen Creek and surrounding markets. With Cathy as your personal agent, you’ll have all the resources and information you need for making the best decision on your next home. Get the process started today by contacting Cathy directly at (480) 459-8488 or you can get in touch here.
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If you would like to schedule a private showing or would like more information about any of the above listings for homes for sale in Queen Creek, please contact the best REALTOR® in Queen Creek - Cathy Carter, specializing in newer homes and luxury real estate.
Real Estate For Sale in Queen Creek & Market Trends
Over the past several years, the Queen Creek market has remained strong. With home values and home prices in Queen Creek only going up, now is the perfect time to buy while real estate for sale in Queen Creek is still affordable. Queen Creek home values increased 6.5% over the last year and real estate industry experts are predicting they will rise 4.6% over the next year. The median price of currently listed homes for sale in queen Creek is $343.915.The median sale price of homes sold in Queen Creek over the past 5 years:
- December 2015 $206K
- December 2016 $209K
- December 2017 $237K
- December 2018 $265K
- December 2019 $302K
As a licensed, professional REALTOR® in Queen Creek, Cathy Carter keeps her finger on the pulse of the local market at all times and is aware of new homes for sale in Queen Creek as soon as they become available - ensuring that her buyers have access to the best properties and securing an offer. As a local expert, Cathy would be happy to share her knowledge of the different neighborhoods and communities, the types of homes and features offered, the builders, schools, local community developments, surrounding area amenities & attractions, and so much more. If you’re looking for something specific like a 4-bedroom home, a 3-car garage, a pool or casita, Cathy will know if there's a property available that will fit your needs. Get started on finding your dream home today by contacting the most qualified REALTOR® in Queen Creek - Cathy Carter. You can reach her directly at (480) 459-8488 or get in touch here.
The Benefits of Living in Queen Creek, Arizona
Queen Creek is one of the best-kept secrets in Arizona. Residents of Queen Creek enjoy the benefits of small-town living close to a metropolitan area. Boasting over 330 days of warm weather and sunshine annually, a low-stress rural lifestyle, an excellent school system, and easy access to major employment hubs, Queen Creek is a great place to live and raise a family.
Most of the community is served by the highly-acclaimed Queen Creek Unified District, which includes six elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. A smaller portion of the community is also served by several other excellent school districts including Coolidge Unified School District, Florence School Unified School District, Higley Unified School District, Chandler Unified School District and Combs Unified School District. Alternative education options include Benjamin Franklin Charter School, Cambridge Academy, and Heritage Academy Queen. Post-secondary educational options in the immediate area include the Chandler-Gilbert Community College and the Polytechnic campus of Arizona State University.
Queen Creek has plenty of retail options like Queen Creek Marketplace, Cornerstone at Queen Creek, Power Marketplace, and Queen Creek Village. You’ll find national retailers like Bed, Bath & Beyond, Cost Plus World Market, Kirkland's, Ross, Super Target, Stein Mart, and T.J. Maxx, Walmart Supercenter, Sprouts Farmers Market, Walgreens, PetSmart, Home Goods, Harkins Movie Theater, and others. North of Queen Creek in the towne of Gilbert is San Tan Village, an outdoor lifestyle center featuring major retailers and dozens of specialty stores. Located in Chandler is Chandler Fashion Center, the second-largest mall in Arizona. The mall features 180 different stores, restaurants, and eateries, a 20-screen Harkins movie theater, a seasonal splash pad for the kids, and more.
Queen Creek’s Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre is a 38-acre facility providing English and Western equestrian events as well as home shows, RV and car shows, concerts, and private weddings. The park is home to a number of prestigious organizations and events such as the Arizona Cutting Horse Association, Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association, Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association, Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association, Shelley Productions Priefert World Series of Team Roping, Queen Creek Barrel Racing Association, and Vintage and Vino.
At the Queen Creek Performing Arts Center, you can enjoy Broadway-quality theater, spectacular plays and entertaining musical acts in its modern 777-seat theater. Queen Creek is also home to Queen Creek Olive Mill, Arizona's only working olive farm and mill. Family owned and operated, the 100-acre farm has over 7000 olive trees. You can taste your way through the gourmet marketplace and shop for locally made olive oils and also enjoy the Italian inspired eatery featuring old-world family recipes. Also in Queen Creek is the Barney Family Sports Complex (The Barn), a 77,000 Sq.ft. indoor sports facility that includes two indoor hockey rinks. The Barn offers different youth and adult sports, clubs, and leagues as well as hosts many special events like high school dances, gymnastics tournaments, roller derbies, and birthday parties.
Queen Creek and the surrounding area offer plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding, which can be enjoyed year-round. Desert Mountain Park, Queen Creek Founders Park, Queen Creek Community Center, and local schools provide a variety of amenities that include sports fields, tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, community pools, and more. San Tan Mountain Regional Park is just a short drive from Queen Creek (7.7 miles), which encompasses over 10,000 acres and preserves a small portion of The San Tan mountain range. A network of trails crisscrosses the park providing opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
In nearby Phoenix, you can hike around the red butte formations in Papago Park, including the iconic Hole-in-the-Rock, featuring the main chamber that looks out over nearby lagoons and the distant downtown skyline. The trails in Papago Park are typically smooth with little elevation, providing easy access for walking, hiking, mountain biking or trail running. Another great hiking destination is Camelback Mountain located in the Echo Canyon Recreation Area between the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix and Paradise Valley. Two difficult trails ascend 1,420 feet to a summit resembling the hump of a camel's back, affording 360-degree views of the surrounding city. Camelback offers some of the best urban hiking in the U.S. and attracts over 300,000 hikers every year.
Golfers can choose from several top-rated golf courses in the immediate area including Las Colinas Golf Club, Apache Sun Golf Club, and Encanterra Golf Course along with dozens of additional courses scattered throughout the valley. Las Colinas Golf Club is a public 18-hole traditional style golf course designed by golf architect Mike Asmundson. The course stretches over a gently rolling landscape with over 2000 cottonwoods along with other native grasses and plants. The layout features an interesting variety of holes and offers a challenge for all skill levels.
Apache Sun Golf Club is a public traditional 9-hole course designed by golf architect Leo Johnson. The course features tree-lined fairways, lush green grass, fabulous views, and provides challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Encanterra Country Club is located in nearby San Tan Valley and features a private 18-hole desert/traditional golf course designed by golf architect Tom Lehman, with stunning views of The Superstition and San Tan Mountains. The large, undulating greens are paired with strategically placed bunkers creating some interesting challenges.
The Phoenix metro area is also home to hundreds of annual events such as the popular Waste Management Phoenix Open (best-attended golf tournament in the world) and the Barret Jackson Auto Show in Scottsdale, just to name a few. For sports fans, there are 4 Major League sports teams all within the Phoenix metro area, plus a professional WNBA team. The Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB) play their home games at Chase Field. The Phoenix Suns play in the NBA's Pacific Division and play their games at Talking Stick Arena. The Arizona Cardinals are a professional football team (NFL) based in Phoenix and play at State Farm Stadium and the Arizona Coyotes are a professional hockey league team based in Glendale. The Phoenix Mercury is a professional women's basketball team (WNBA) based in Phoenix and also plays at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
For baseball fans, The Cactus League spring training baseball in the Phoenix metro area includes the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Colorado Rockies, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and the Texas Rangers. With 10 facilities hosting 15 teams, the Phoenix metro area has the greatest concentration of professional baseball facilities found anywhere in the U.S.
Approximate commute times to major employment hubs:
- Chandler is about a 26-minute (16.2 miles) commute from Queen Creek via AZ-202 Loop W.
- Gilbert is about a 28-minute (16.3 miles) commute from Queen Creek via S. Ellsworth Rd.
- Mesa is about a 31-minute (23.1 miles) commute from Queen Creek via US-60 W.
- Phoenix is about a 43-minute (38.0 miles) commute from Queen Creek via US-60 E.
The closest major airports serving the community include Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport located in south Mesa (15-minute drive from the center of town) and Sky Harbor International Airport (45-minute drive from the center of town).
Partner with The Best REALTOR® in Queen Creek - CATHY CARTER
Whether you're interested in homes for sale in Queen Creek or its time to list your current property, experience matters most in a changing market. Serving the local community since 1994, Cathy believes in maintaining close relationships with her client-family, knowing that any successful business takes care of people first. Cathy’s knowledge, skills, dedication, and expertise in the local market will exceed your buying, selling or relocation expectations.
Known for her warm and friendly demeanor and exemplary customer service, Cathy goes above and beyond for her clients to ensure the best possible outcome. To find out more about real estate for sale in Queen Creek, please contact Cathy today at (480) 459-8488 or you can get in touch here.
CATHY CARTER, ABR, CRS, CDPE
RE/MAX Alliance Group
725 W. Elliot Rd., Suite 111
Gilbert, AZ. 85233
Cell: 480-459-8488
Toll-Free: 800-519-5578
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