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Homes with RV Garage Near Me

Are you currently in the market for homes with RV garage near me? RV sales are way up due to the pandemic, which has caused many people to think outside the box for family getaways. More RV owners mean more people looking for ways to store their mobile vacation homes. When you purchase real estate with RV garage near me, your storage space and the cost of it become part of your own monthly mortgage payment. You also have the convenience of 24/7 access to your RV, so you can pack it, clean it, repair it, or use it anytime without having to work around an RV storage facility's business hours. An attached, extra-tall garage can provide room for a boat, muscle cars, off-road toys, and most motorhomes - including Class A motorhomes. Adding RV garages has become a popular home building trend and a major selling point according to Richmond American Homes. Phoenix East Valley homebuyers who are interested in purchasing a home with RV storage will want to find a qualified agent who can help them navigate the local market. Who is the best REALTOR® in Arizona? Cathy Carter @realestatechandler.com. Highly knowledgeable, Cathy has over 25 years of experience in East Valley AZ real estate. With access to all the real estate tools and resources, Cathy can help you find the perfect home with RV storage for your lifestyle and needs in Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Mesa, Tempe, Ahwatukee, or Scottsdale. Get the home search process started today by contacting Cathy directly at (480) 459-8488 or get in touch by email.  

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If you would like more information on homes with RV garage near me, or to schedule a private showing, please contact the best REALTOR® in Arizona - Cathy Carter. With her finger on the pulse of the local market at all times, Cathy is aware of new inventory as soon as it becomes available - ensuring that her buyers have access to the most valuable properties and securing an offer. Cathy can help educate you on the most desirable neighborhoods and communities, the types of homes and features offered, the top builders in the region, School districts surrounding area amenities, local community developments, and much more.  

Why Home Buyers Should Consider living The Phoenix East Valley 

Phoenix is the capital city of Arizona, the center of the Phoenix metro area, and home to over 4.5 million people. Residents of Phoenix and the East Valley enjoy a healthy job market, an abundance of art and culture, fabulous shopping and dining, exciting nightlife venues, popular annual events and festivals, over 200 golf courses, 4 professional sports teams, Cactus League spring training baseball, numerous trails for hiking and biking, and much more. In recent years, Phoenix has experienced a major renaissance with new 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. For those who prefer the comforts of suburban living while still being close to a major city, the East Valley offers its own outstanding amenities, nationally recognized school districts, and easy access to major employment centers. 

Phoenix East Valley Communities

Search for new construction homes near me in the East Valley communities of Chandler, Sun Lakes, Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Tempe, Mesa, Ahwatukee, and Scottsdale:

Chandler

Located about 22 miles southeast of Phoenix, Chandler is a city suburb that’s both cosmopolitan and family-friendly. Home to nearly 258,000 people, Chandler is a diverse and affluent community situated in one of the fastest-growing innovation and technology hubs in the U.S.  In the 1980s, Chandler’s agriculture-based economy shifted to technology when Intel Corporation began its operations here. Chandler's innovative technology base and excellent educational facilities provide the foundation for a comfortable lifestyle. The largest employer in Chandler is Intel Corporation, with 2 campuses in the city, one in West Chandler at Chandler Blvd/Rural Rd. and the other in the Ocotillo area at DobsonRd./Ocotillo. Chandler is home to a vibrant and historic downtown, exciting cultural and recreation options, fabulous shopping (Chandler Fashion Center) and fine dining destinations, an excellent school system, over 60 parks and numerous outdoor recreation opportunities that can be enjoyed year-round, and some of the best golf clubs in the valley. Most of Chandler is served by the nationally recognized, A-rated Chandler Unified School District. CUSD schools have been named Arizona A+ Schools of Excellence or U.S. Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence 86 times since 1983, the most of any district in Arizona.

Gilbert

Thriving in business and leisure activities, Gilbert is an East Valley suburb located approximately 22 miles southeast of Phoenix in Maricopa County.  Gilbert offers a vibrant Heritage District, great shopping (SanTan Village), an award-winning culinary scene, an excellent school system, numerous parks & outdoor recreation opportunities, and some of the best golf clubs in the valley. A youthful and vibrant community, the median age of Gilbert residents is 33.8 years with 67.6 percent of the population under the age of 45. The town's access to an educated and diverse workforce, a pipeline of emerging technologies from statewide universities, ease of market access, and an unbeatable quality of life attracts worldwide companies to the area. Top employers in Gilbert include GoDaddy, B H Drywall, Banner Health, Isagenix International, Northrop Grumman, Silent-Aire, Morgan Stanely, Merrill Lynch, and Deloitte, among other great companies. Most of  Gilbert is served by the highly-rated Gilbert Unified School District also known as Gilbert Public Schools (GPS). As of 2020, thirteen GPS schools have earned the "A+ School of Excellence™ Award" from the Arizona Educational Foundation. 

Queen Creek

Queen Creek is located in Maricopa County, with a small portion extending into Pinal County. Home to around 51,800 people, Queen Creek residents enjoy the benefits of small-town living close to a metropolitan area, with easy commuting to and from metro Phoenix, great schools, an abundance of recreational activities, and a low-stress lifestyle. Queen Creek is a friendly, "first name" community, where the person behind the counter is someone who will know you by name.  Located just 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix and Scottsdale, Queen Creek has more than 70 neighborhoods, communities, and/or subdivisions featuring a wide range of residential choices. Queen Creek offers convenient shopping centers, an excellent school system, plenty of family-oriented activities, several top-rated golf courses, and miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding in San Tan Mountain Regional Park (less than 8 miles away).

San Tan Valley

San Tan Valley is a bedroom community (CDP) and home to nearly 120,000 people. Bounded by the San Tan Mountains Regional Park on the west and the Gila River Indian Community on the southwest, San Tan Valley was named after the nearby San Tan Mountain Regional Park with more than 10,000 acres of rugged wilderness and peaks that reach up to 2,500 feet. San Tan Valley consists largely of master-planned communities and offers the best of both worlds: Convenient access to city amenities and a laid-back, small-town lifestyle that makes the most of its scenic, Sonoran Desert surroundings. Residents enjoy easy access to top-rated golf courses, parks, trails, and other outdoor activities, while also being close to grocery stores, big box stores, restaurants, and everyday conveniences. 

Tempe 

The city of Tempe was named after the Vale of Tempe in Greece, a gorge in the Tempi municipality of northern Thessaly, Greece. Home to approximately 195,805 people, Tempe is bordered by Phoenix and Guadalupe on the west, Scottsdale and the Salt River Pima–Maricopa Indian Community on the north, Chandler on the south, and Mesa on the east.  Top employers in Tempe include Arizona State University, State Farm Insurance, Freedom Financial Network, JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, ABM Industries, Wells Fargo, City of Tempe, SRP, Honeywell, and Insight Direct Inc. Tempe has a lively downtown brimming with restaurants, stores, galleries, clubs, and nightlife and is also home to the main campus of Arizona State University. For parents with school-age children, Tempe offers outstanding education choices from preschool to graduate school. The city is served by three highly regarded public school districts: Tempe Elementary School District, Kyrene School District, and Tempe Union High School District. 

Mesa

Mesa is a city suburb located about 20 miles east of Phoenix. The third-largest city in Arizona, Mesa is home to the Polytechnic campus of Arizona State University as well as the largest relief airport in the Phoenix area - Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Mesa has a rich cultural heritage and is currently experiencing tremendous economic growth due to the expansion of the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport attracting many new businesses to the area. The city is currently home to major companies like Apple, Bridgestone, FUJIFILM, Mitsubishi, and Boeing, among others. A  thriving downtown, exciting local culture, great shopping and restaurants, an excellent school system, numerous sports facilities, Cactus League spring training baseball, popular annual events and festivals, and top-rated golf clubs make all add up to a great place to live and buy a home. 

Ahwatukee

Ahwatukee is the southernmost village of Phoenix, known for its rugged natural beauty, picturesque mountain views, and charming small-town feel. Ahwatukee is situated at the base of South Mountain Park and Preserve, stretching along its northern border. Boasting an excellent school system, easy access to outdoor activities like hiking biking, and horseback riding in South Mountain Park, several top-rated golf courses, and close proximity to major employment hubs, Ahwatukee is a great place to settle down and raise a family. The community is served by the highly-acclaimed, A-rated Kyrene School District (Pre-K through 8th grade), one of the top-performing school districts in the state. All 25 schools in the district have received excelling or high-performing ratings. 

Scottsdale

Located in Maricopa County, Scottsdale has a population of approximately 265,249. The city has one of the highest numbers of AAA Five-Diamond hotels and resorts in the country and is home to many renowned spas and resorts including the Four Seasons Scottsdale and Canyon Suites. Boasting year-round warm weather and sunshine, exciting art and culture, world-class shopping and restaurants, exciting nightlife, popular annual events, over 50 top-rated golf courses, and some of the best hiking trails in the country, it’s easy to see why so many people are choosing to move to Scottsdale from other parts of the country.  Most of the workforce of Scottsdale is in the tourism industry. A large portion of Scottsdale Road in the Shea Corridor has been dubbed the "Resort Corridor" due to the many upscale resorts that line the street. Top employers in Scottsdale include Honor Health, CVS Health, Scottsdale Unified School District, Vanguard, and the City of Scottsdale. 

One of the largest employment centers in Scottsdale and in the state is Scottsdale Airpark, anchored by the Scottsdale Airport. The Airpark encompasses 8.6 square miles and includes over 2,900 businesses that employ more than 51,000 people. Several prestigious companies have their headquarters at the Airpark including GoDaddy, AXON (Taser), JDA Software, Nautilus Insurance, Quicken Loans, CVS Caremark, and Vanguard. The proximity of Scottsdale Airport has helped define the business environment, with one of the busiest single-runway airports in the U.S., which is nearly all corporate or general aviation. Scottsdale is served by two nationally-acclaimed school districts: Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) and Paradise Valley Unified School district (PVSD), both ranked among the top school districts in the country.  

East Valley Schools and Education

For parents with school-age children, East Valley has a number of nationally recognized school districts filled with top-rated schools, including Chandler Unified School District, Gilbert Unified School District, Kyrene School District, Higley Unified School District, Tempe Union High School District, and Mesa Unified School District, the largest district in Arizona. 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. There are also plenty of higher education opportunities throughout the East Valley including Arizona State University, which is located in Tempe.  

Average Temperatures 

The coldest month in the Phoenix East Valley 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

Economy and Job Opportunities 

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. The top employers in the East Valley include Intel Corporation, 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.

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.

The top ten highest paying jobs in Phoenix include (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:

  1. Phoenix Union Bioscience High School Ranked: 10/10 Top 1% (9-12)  
  2. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 1% (K-12)
  3. Basis Phoenix (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 1% (5-12)
  4. Kyrene De La Sierra School: Ranked 10/10 Top 1% (PK-5)
  5. Basis Ahwatukee (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (3-12) 
  6. Alhambra Traditional School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-8)
  7. Madison Traditional Academy: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-8)
  8. Fireside Elementary School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-6)
  9. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Chandler (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-12)
  10. Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-6)
  11. Aaec - Paradise Valley (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (9-12)
  12. Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella (Charter School):  Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (9-12)
  13. Hopi Elementary School: Rank 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
  14. Adams Traditional Academy (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-8)
  15. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
  16. Kyrene De Los Cerritos School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-5)
  17. Benchmark School (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-6)
  18. Kyrene De Los Lagos School: Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (PK-5)
  19. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Glendale (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)
  20. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Lincoln (Charter School): Ranked 10/10 Top 5% (K-5)

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. 

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.  
  • Chandler Fashion Center - is a premier regional mall in Chandler anchored by Dillard's and Macy's along with premium specialty retailers like Michael Kors, Apple, Coach, H & M, Banana Republic, and more. You are sure to find something special from its shops - more than 185 of them. Indoor and outdoor shopping includes The Village, an outdoor entertainment pavilion with restaurants, a 20-screen movie theater, and an outdoor lawn-event space. 
  • SanTan Village -  is an outdoor lifestyle center in Gilbert featuring major retailers like Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Dillard’s, and Macy’s along with specialty stores like Apple, Barnes & Noble, Charming Charlies, Coach, Sephora, and more.

Phoenix Area Restaurants (Fine Dining)

From top chefs to award-winning cuisine, the Valley 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: 

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. 

Outdoor Recreation

The 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.

Golf 

Home to the Waste Management Phoenix Open, the 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 public golf courses in the Scottsdale area

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.  

Two major airports serve the East Valley including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with over 1000 flights per day and the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport located in South Mesa. 

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With a passion for real estate, Cathy has been serving home buyers and sellers in the Phoenix East Valley for more than 2 decades. Whether you are interested in homes with RV garage near me or it's time to list your current property, Cathy provides the kind of knowledge, skills, dedication, and personalized you need. Having a trusted professional like Cathy by your side means there's one less thing to worry about. Herclients appreciate her honesty and transparency and feel it helps them as they make important real estate decisions. 

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“I have dealt with many real estate agents and I would have to say Cathy Carter was a pleasure to deal with. We flew in from New York to see the area and Cathy gave us as much time as we needed. She showed us around and made us feel comfortable and welcome. As of today we are currently in contract for the sale of our home and are actively looking at homes in the Gilbert and Chandler areas. Cathy emails homes for us to look at on a regular basis and we would not use anyone else.”

“My husband and I worked with Cathy to find our home in the East Valley suburbs of Phoenix AZ. We were transferred to Phoenix from the east coast and Cathy did a wonderful job of orienting us to the area and helping us gain perspective into the different homes and neighborhoods in the East Valley. While working with Cathy, she was always very attentive and efficient. Cathy is extremely knowledgeable. She listened to our ideas about the ideal home, offered suggestions, and took us to see properties that were in line with our expectations. Cathy is extremely responsive and has even reached out to check on us after we moved into our hew home. I would highly recommend Cathy to anyone who is interested in selling their home or purchasing a new home.”

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As your agent, Cathy will protect your best interests, advocate for you, negotiate on your behalf, and do whatever it takes to ensure the best results possible. Please give Cathy a call today. She would love the opportunity to assist you with your real estate goals!

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Gilbert, AZ. 85233
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