Paradise Valley

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Paradise Valley is a small, affluent town in Maricopa County, Arizona, just northeast of Phoenix.

According to the 2021 census, the population of the town was 15,186.

The Town is predominantly zoned single-family housing but is also home to 9 resorts, 15 places of worship, 11 public and private schools, 3 golf courses, and 4 medical centers.

Despite the town’s relatively small area (16 sq miles) and reduced population compared to other municipalities in the Phoenix metropolitan area, Paradise Valley is home to eight full service resorts, making it one of Arizona’s premier tourist destinations. It’s also known for its prestigious real estate.

Paradise Valley, the town wasn’t truly developed until after World War II, and the homes that were built were built on large multi-acreage lots. While Scottsdale and Phoenix were quickly growing, the residents of Paradise Valley decided they didn’t want to be swallowed by the incoming shopping centers and subdivisions. So, they incorporated Paradise Valley to be its own entity. The Town enforced a one-house per acre minimum. This is why the area isn’t overly populated… and why the homes are so expensive, even the homes that are purchased specifically to be torn down and rebuilt for a more modern day home. Residents are enjoying the most serene living lifestyle, with plenty of space, in an area that doesn’t have many homes to offer.

And since its incorporation, Paradise Valley has continued to pursue its drive to have minimal government interference. In fact, the local government of Paradise Valley does not accept any payment; their focus is solely on the benefit of the area.

The central terrain of Paradise Valley is dominated by Mummy Mountain. Other landmarks include Camelback Mountain on the southern border and the Piestewa Peak mountainous area on the western border.

Even as far back as 2012, the magazine “Forbes” had named Paradise Valley’s zip code, 85253, the 71st most expensive in the United States. This ranking also makes it the most expensive in the state of Arizona in addition to the most expensive in the entire Southwestern United States.

Blue skies and warm temperatures, clean, well manicured homes perched within the hills and down in the flats, all boasting some of the most incredible sunsets known to mankind, are what you will find in Paradise Valley. On average, we enjoy 294 sunny days per year.

Many famous musicians, active and retired sports figures, artists, executives, actors and actresses have been calling Paradise Valley home for decades. Paradise Valley’s motto, coined by residents, is “there is a reason we call this valley paradise.”

Home to:

• Barry Goldwater Memorial
• Sanctuary Camelback Mountain
• Camelback Inn (JW Marriott Resort & Spa)
• Montelucia Resort & Spa
• Camelback Golf Club
• Mountain Shadows Golf Club

Note: Local area slang and terminology often refers to the “PV Area” which is not to be confused with Paradise Valley Village, an official municipal designation, in northeast Phoenix.

For instance, Paradise Valley Community College, Paradise Valley High School, Paradise Valley Hospital, and Paradise Valley Golf Course are all located several miles to the north of the town, within the City of Phoenix.

Click here to visit the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa

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Click here to be redirected to the Town of Paradise Valley Online.

Currently under construction:

Click here to view the incredible rebranding of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Spa, Villas, and Resort District.