The Best Real Estate Agents Gilbert - Cathy Carter
Buyers who are looking to purchase a home in the Phoenix East Valley will want to explore homes for sale in Gilbert. The charming town of Gilbert is located in Maricopa County about 22 miles southeast of Phoenix. Whether you are interested in low-maintenance condos, patio homes on the golf course, single-family homes in quiet neighborhoods, new construction homes in thoughtfully planned developments, semi-rural horse property, homes with a waterfront view or luxury estates with plenty of privacy and security, real estate in Gilbert accommodates every lifestyle. In order to navigate the market and find the perfect home in the right neighborhood or community, buyers will need to enlist the services of a qualified local REALTOR®. Serving the community since 1994, Cathy Carter is one of the most knowledgeable and skilled real estate agents Gilbert you will find. Intimately familiar with the Gilbert market and surrounding area, Cathy has all the resources and information to help you make the best home purchase decision. Get the process started today by contacting Cathy directly at (480) 459-8488 or you can reach her by email.
On our easy-to-use website, you’ll be able to search the MLS for homes for sale in Gilbert. You can view photos of available properties, find detailed real estate information, and save your search and receive notifications of new listings that match your specific home criteria delivered directly to your email. Scroll down below to learn more about real estate in Gilbert, current market trends, and what it’s like living in the welcoming town of Gilbert:
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If you would like to schedule a private tour or would like more information on any of the above homes for sale in Gilbert, please contact Gilbert REALTOR® - Cathy Carter, specializing in newer homes and luxury real estate.
More About Real Estate in Gilbert & Current Market Trends
Over the past several years, Gilbert has continued to remain a competitive seller’s market with more buyers than available homes. There are currently 618 homes for sale in Gilbert, of which 96 were listed within the last week. In January 2021, the median list price of homes for sale in Gilbert was $439.9K, trending up 11.4% year-over-year. The median listing price per square foot was $211. The median sale price for real estate in Gilbert was $406.2K. Many of the homes get multiple offers, some with waived contingencies. The average homes in Gilbert sell for about 1% above list price and go pending in around 25 days. The hottest homes can sell for about 3% above list price and go pending in around 6 days.
Why You Need to Partner with a Qualified REALTOR® in Gilbert
For most people, purchasing a home is one of the largest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. That is why you want to find one of the most qualified real estate agents Gilbert to represent you and work on your behalf. Cathy Carter has over 27 years of real estate experience in Gilbert and the surrounding Southeast Valley. She can help educate you on the different neighborhoods and communities, the types of homes and features offered, the top builders in the region, school districts, surrounding area amenities, nearby attractions, local community developments, and so much more.
To get the process started, Cathy will set up an initial consultation to discuss what characteristics and features in a home and neighborhood are most important to you. She will then sift through all of the available homes for sale in Gilbert (and coming soon listings) for homes that are worth scheduling a showing for you to see in person. While this may seem like something that’s easy enough for you to do on your own, it can actually be very time-consuming without the help of a qualified agent to help you navigate the market. Think of Cathy as an extra set of hands that can help you with the legwork of searching for homes and coordinating appointments for showings.
You can be assured that Cathy keeps her finger on the pulse of the market at all times and is the first to know when new inventory becomes available - ensuring that you have the advantage you need in a competitive market. Before making an offer on a home, Cathy will do a comparative market analysis to make sure the home you are interested in is priced according to current market value. And when it comes time to negotiate, Cathy will bring her years of experience and skills to the table to get you the most value for your money and the best deal possible. If you are ready to get started, feel free to contact Cathy directly at (480) 459-8488 or you can get in touch here.
What it's like living in Gilbert, AZ
Thriving in business and leisure activities, Gilbert is a Phoenix East Valley suburb located approximately 22 miles southeast of Phoenix in Maricopa County, Arizona. Gilbert offers over 320 days of warm-sunny weather per year, a vibrant Heritage District, great shopping at SanTan Village (outdoor lifestyle mall) 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 median household income in Gilbert is $87,566, and the median list price of Gilbert homes for sale is $365,000. Gilbert is an educated community with a thriving economy and a healthy job market.
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.
Gilbert has a vibrant and historic downtown, also known as the Heritage District, featuring a variety of locally-owned shops, pet-friendly eateries with patio dining to enjoy the excellent desert climate, several nightlife venues, the Hale Theatre with Broadway shows, and Water Tower Plaza, a gathering place for community events such as the Downtown Concert Series and the Gilbert Art Walk (bi-weekly art gathering that takes place from October through March, featuring an array of artistic styles for exhibition and sale). Below the iconic Gilbert water tower, there is a splash pad for the kids and an outdoor seating area. Popular downtown eateries include Joe’s Real BBQ, Liberty Market, Postino East, and The Farmhouse Restaurant. The Heritage District marks the original location of the town of Gilbert. A 135-mile bike path system connects the Heritage District to parks and attractions throughout town.
Gilbert Shopping and Dining
Gilbert is home to a number of great shopping destinations such as SanTan Village, an outdoor lifestyle center 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. Gilbert also has great restaurants to try and is consistently named among the best “foodie” towns in the U.S. From fast-food joints to fine dining establishments, popular restaurants and eateries in Gilbert include American Way Market, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar, High Tide Seafood Bar & Grill, Postino's's Wine Cafe, Joe's Real BBQ, Brio Tuscan Grille, Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co., Joyride Taco House, Sal's Gilbert Pizza, Barrio Queen, The Farmhouse Restaurant, Nicantoni’s Pizza, Nico Heirloom Kitchen, Zinburger, and Romeo's Euro Cafe, just to name a few.
Gilbert Schools and Education
Most of Gilbert is served by the highly-rated Gilbert Unified School District #41 (GUSD), 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. A district of choice, GPS serves over 35,000 students at 40 schools across Gilbert, Chandler, and Mesa. Gilbert Public Schools has twenty-six elementary schools (Pre K-6); six middle schools (7-8), five high schools (9-12), two academies, one global academy, and one alternative education. Each of the 40 schools in Gilbert Public Schools delivers academic excellence through a comprehensive well-rounded curriculum that includes technology, art, music, leadership, physical education, and a wide range of athletics and extracurricular programs.
The district offers open enrollment opportunities for students who wish to attend a school within the Gilbert Public School District even if they don't live within that school's boundaries. School Choice Arizona provides alternatives to parents who don't choose to send their children to the local public schools to which they are assigned. Public school choice options include open enrollment policies, magnet schools, and charter schools. The school district also offers Traditional Programs for K-6 (classrooms and curriculum) at Neely Traditional Academy, Spectrum Elementary, and Canyon Rim Elementary. In the Traditional classroom, the desks all face the front of the room, and the curriculum is delivered primarily through whole group instruction led by qualified teachers.
Gilbert Classical Academy is a high-performing National Blue Ribbon School and Gilbert’s college preparatory school of choice. The Academy ranks third in the state and 10th nationwide, in part because of the school’s 100% participation rate in Advanced Placement coursework and its all-honors level classes. The GPS Performance Academy program (4–8 grades) at Mesquite Elementary School allows students involved in elite athletics or performing arts to experience everything a school has to offer, while still maintaining their training and competitive schedule. Benefits include personalized learning, flexible schedule, opportunities for acceleration, socialization with students, elective offerings, mentor programs, and collaborative project work.
Gilbert has a number of tuition-free Charter schools, public schools operated independently of public school systems, either by nonprofit or for-profit organizations. Although they are largely publicly funded, charter schools are exempt from many of the requirements imposed by state and local boards of education regarding hiring and curriculum. Students are usually admitted through a lottery process if demand exceeds the number of spaces available in a school. A smaller portion of Gilbert is served by the nationally-recognized Higley Unified School District and Chandler Unified School District (CUSD), named Arizona A+ Schools of Excellence.
Institutions of higher learning serving the community include Chandler-Gilbert Community College (provides two-year degrees and comprehensive certificate programs), East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT), Park University’s Gilbert Campus Center, the University of Arizona (operates (coding boot camp classes out of Gilbert’s University Building), and Arizona State University's Polytechnic Campus located at Gilbert's eastern border in Tempe.
Gilbert Outdoor Recreation
For outdoor enthusiasts, Gilbert has a number of great parks such as Gilbert Regional Park, Freestone Park, Discovery District Park, Veterans Oasis Park, Riparian Preserve at WaterRanch, and Tumbleweed Park, just to name a few. Gilbert's newest park is Discovery Park, which features 2 lakes, basketball courts, picnic benches, a ramada, BBQ grills, multi-use fields, walking and biking trails, and a children’s playground. Gilbert Regional Park is the newest park in town, featuring a 4,000 Sq.ft. splash pad, a 35-foot-tall climbing & play structure, and a tot lot climbing structure. Future plans for the park include a 7-acre lake, a performance pavilion/amphitheater, a 10-acre event lawn, 6 tennis courts, 16 pickleball courts, 2 basketball courts, 6 sand volleyball courts, and a massive water park with areas for swimming, surfing, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
Riparian Preserve is one of the largest wildlife preserves in Gilbert offering hiking, equestrian trails, and wildlife and bird watching. Named a Bicycle Friendly Community, Gilbert is well known for its Central Trail System. Along with equestrian tracks, you can enjoy more than 54 miles of marked bike trails along the canals. On any given day, you can catch people enjoying the outdoors on their bikes, walking, jogging, and even horseback riding. The Western Canal Powerline /Sun Circle Trail runs east and west, connecting Big League Dreams, the Riparian Preserve, Freestone Park, and McQueen District Park in an 8.5-mile stretch, continuing west into Chandler and also Tempe.
Gilbert Golf Courses
Seville Golf and Country Club
Gilbert provides several outstanding options for the avid golfer, including several top-rated courses and plenty of tee times to fit your schedule. Golf enthusiasts have their pick among some of the best courses in the Valley including:
- Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch - The 18-hole Trilogy Golf Course opened in 1999. Designed by Dick Bailey, Trilogy Golf Course measures 6932 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 126 and a 71.5 USGA rating. The course features four sets of tees for different skill levels.
- Seville Golf and Country Club - Seville’s picturesque 18-hole course captures the challenge of the game and the beautiful views of Arizona and the San Tan Mountains. The course was designed by Gary Panks, ASGCA, and opened in 2002. The USGA rating is 72.5 with a slope rating of 129.
- Greenfield Lakes Golf Course - The 18-hole Greenfield Lakes Golf Course in Gilbert is a public golf course that opened in 1997. Designed by Ray Pacioni, Greenfield Lakes Golf Course measures 4107 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 91 and a 59 USGA rating.
- Kokopelli Golf Course - The 18-hole Kokopelli Golf Course in Gilbert is a public golf course that opened in 1992. Designed by Phillips Associates, Kokopelli Golf Course measures 6716 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 132 and a 72.2 USGA rating. The course features four sets of tees for different skill levels.
- Western Skies Golf Club - The 18-hole Western Skies Golf Club is a public golf course that opened in 1992. Designed by Brian Whitcomb, Western Skies Golf Club measures 6744 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 120 and a 70 USGA rating.
Getting Around Gilbert and Beyond
Gilbert provides easy access to the Santan Freeway portion of Loop 202 and a small section of US-60, which skirts the northern boundary of Gilbert at the Higley Road interchange. Public transportation is provided by Valley Metro, with daily express and local bus service in the northern, central, and western areas of town. The community is served by two major airports: Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport located in Mesa about 9.5-miles away and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport located about 18 miles from the center of town.
Partner with One of The Highest-Rated Real Estate Agents Gilbert - Cathy Carter
Whether you are interested in homes for sale in Gilbert or it's time to list your current property, Cathy provides the kind of knowledge, skills, commitment, and personalized service you need and deserve. As your agent, Cathy will protect your interests, advocate for you, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you towards a smooth and successful transaction If you or someone you know is interested in buying or selling real estate in gilbert, be sure to give Cathy a call at (480) 459-8488 or you can get in touch via email.
Read what Cathy's valued clients have to say:
"Cathy was a terrific agent from beginning to end. Her comps were accurate and helpful at the outset. Her marketing was the best we have seen in our experience and we have sold 7 previous homes. She handled all the selling and closing negotiations very well and helped us navigate several anxious turns in the process. Cathy is calm, judicious, and responsive and we found her opinions and ideas valuable. We would use her to sell or buy a house again without hesitation. Great to work with and got great results."
"Cathy Carter is a highly respected, seasoned real estate professional who is very responsive, knowledgable, and open-minded. She kept my deal together by going beyond the call of duty to do some of the work of a novice agent (representing the buyer) on the sale of my house. Plus, she really went to bat for me on the purchase of my new home, getting upgrades and closing in 3-weeks. I highly recommend Cathy to represent you in selling and purchasing your next home or investment."
“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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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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