Southwest Valley

The term “West Valley” is a multi-city region within the Phoenix Metropolitan Area and offers homes with (typically) more affordable options. As a reminder, it’s important to mention that the Valley is mostly divided East and West based on what side of Central Avenue you’re located at. This “grid” format in which the roads were designed, are commonly referred to as “cross streets.” To the east of Central Avenue, you have roads running north and south and are known as “Street” and to the west of Central Avenue, the roads that run north and south are called “Avenues.” The area known as the Southwest Valley is an ever sprawling, expansive area indeed! It’s comprised of Avondale, Tolleson, Goodyear, Litchfield Park and some parts of Phoenix proper as well.

Let’s dive a little deeper into each community:

Avondale:

This popular community just off the I-10 freeway has grown in population considerably over recent years. Back in 2000 the population was approximately 36,000 people. In 2020, the estimate was standing about 90,000 residents and still growing. Incorporated in 1946, has experienced rapid residential and commercial growth in the years since 1980. Once primarily a sparsely populated farming community with many acres of alfalfa and cotton fields, Avondale has transformed into a major residential suburb for Phoenix. Phoenix Children’s Hospital has a satellite facility (the Southwest Valley Urgent Care Center), at the corner of Avondale Boulevard and McDowell Road. This incredible facility is widely respected and regarded for their physicians and the amazing work they do.

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Goodyear:

Founded in 1917, the majority of construction and population growth happened after 1990. There are 22 communities that are completed and/or still under construction spanning approximately 20,000 acres. These communities, along with another 21 communities for future suburban development, will contain almost 200,000 homes. Goodyear has been recognized as the fifth most popular place to live in the Phoenix. There are also a variety of home options to accommodate families, those who are single, and seniors. As the population in Goodyear grows faster than ever, home builders and community developers are working quickly to try and keep up with the demand. Estrella is the largest community in Goodyear. This master-planned community is home to about 10,000 residents. Palm Valley, located north of Interstate I-10, is a 9,000 acre parcel with variously-sized homes. PebbleCreek is a community for active adult living, with 54 holes of championship golf, fitness centers, and restaurants. From the 1990s through the 2010s, residential development has stimulated substantial growth. Goodyear’s population is projected to be 358,000 by 2035. The 2020 census states that there is a current population of only 95,294. The city is home to the Goodyear Ballpark, where the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds of Major League Baseball hold spring training during the Cactus League. The city is named after the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. The company cultivated extensive farmland in this region to grow cotton for use in its tires.

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Litchfield Park:

This community offers residents a dense suburban feel and most people own their homes. The scenic beauty is more park-like than desert. Many retirees live in Litchfield Park and love it for the quiet nature and tranquility. A historically affluent community, with home prices (as of June, 2022) typically hovering around $500,000 to just over $1,500,000. They are often larger in square footage and offer attractive floorplans, especially within the new construction designs. They (most often) offers buyers modern features, designs, and attractive cosmetic appeal. Many new construction homes are still being built and that “new-build value” is quite strong in this area. Well, any area arguably, but in the southwest valley it’s available at “more affordable price-points – so to speak. Intriguing to many with all the up-to-code methods of current construction and warranties, as opposed to older homes in need of high maintenance (simply due to age) and also, if they were (or were not) properly kept up over the years by previous owners. The history of Litchfield Park runs very deep and it’s similar in nature to most of the southwest region, including Goodyear as example. The population has remained strong, although tighter knit by comparison to the neighboring, larger communities, with a 2020 census of about 6,800 residents. Litchfield Park was named after its founder, Paul Weeks Litchfield (1875–1959). He was an executive of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company who came to the Phoenix area in 1916 in search of suitable land to farm a long-staple cotton that had previously been available only from the Sea Islands off the coast of Georgia and from Egypt. This cotton was needed to strengthen the rubber in the pneumatic tire, of which Goodyear was the world’s largest producer.

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Buckeye:

This is the westernmost suburb in the Phoenix metro area. As of the 2020 census the population was 91,502, up from 50,876 in 2010. It’s known as a more affordable option amongst the popular Valley neighborhoods. Prices typically average about $440,000 for 2000 sqft. A little higher if you want a pool. Depending on the size, age, updates, the price ranges adjust accordingly. A popular recreation destination in Buckeye is the Buckeye Hills Recreation Area. It is located 7 miles south of downtown Buckeye on State Route 85. The City of Buckeye’s Skyline Regional Park is an 8,700 acres mountain preserve located in the southern White Tank Mountains. As of August 2020, the park features just under 20 miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians, picnic areas and camping. Entry to the park is free. The Gila River flows westward through the Buckeye Valley south of the center of the city. The Buckeye Hills and Little Rainbow Valley are to the south, beyond which the city limits extend as far as Margies Peak. To the north the city limits include the southern part of the White Tank Mountains and continue north nearly as far as Circle City. The Hassayampa River, a tributary of the Gila, flows southward through the northern part of the Buckeye city limits. There are currently nearly 30 master planned communities planned for Buckeye. Those communities under development in which homes are occupied include Riata West, Sundance, Verrado, Westpark, Tartesso and Festival Ranch. Other un-built planned communities within Buckeye include Douglas Ranch (planned for nearly 300,000 inhabitants), Sun Valley Villages, Spurlock Ranch, Trillium, Elianto, Westwind, Silver Rock, Sienna Hills, Henry Park, Southwest Ranch and Montierre. Sundance Towne Center is a very popular place to shop!

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