Homes for Sale in Maricopa - Maricopa Real Estate For Sale

Want to "winter" in Arizona? Try homes for sale in Maricopa. The city of Maricopa is home to El Dorado, El Dorado Lakes, Province (a premier +55 gated community), Cobblestone and many other brand new neighborhoods. Maricopa, not so long ago, was made up of farms, cattle ranches, orchards and vineyards in a 45 square mile area. It is located 16 miles south of Phoenix with Casa Grande approximately 10 miles further south and Tucson another 80 miles south. City of Maricopa Homes for Sale -

Homes for Sale in Maricopa City
In the seventh century, Father Eusebio Francisco Kino made record of an agricultural community supported by water wells along the Gila Trail and farmed by friendly Native Americans. By the mid 1800's Maricopa Wells became an important depot for the Butterfield Overland Mail Line that stretched from San Francisco to St. Louis. There once was a rail line that connected Maricopa and Phoenix when Phoenix was just a small town on the Salt River. That lasted about 65 years when the economy slowed, the rail traffic was stopped. Phoenix became the political hub while Maricopa maintained its agricultural production that continues to thrive today.
Today, the City of Maricopa is growing into a beautiful township not too far from the Phoenix metropolitis area. And, is now home to Bristol Palin! Although prices skyrocketed around 2003 - 2005, when builders over speculated the housing demand, many of those homes have significantly reduced prices today. The market is basically correcting itself from inflated values. That's what makes The CITY of MARICOPA such a mecca for new home buyers, investors, and those who want the spacious reasonably priced home without the hustle and bustle of innercity life. The average household income in the City of Maricopa is $75,000 which is among the highest in Arizona. Approximately 61 percent of its residents have bachelors or graduate degrees. Just like you might find in middle town America, the City of Maricopa holds annual events like Founder's Day, Salsa Festival, Holiday Homes on Parade, Stagecoach Days, Parent-Child Fishing Derby, and Great American Barbecue to name a few. The residents of Arizona's 88th city voted to adopt its first Municipal General Plan that would ensure Maricopa achieves its vision through the year 2025.
The City of Maricopa encourages entrepreneurship and small businesses. The Economic Development Department is dedicated to providing help in locating assistance to be successful in the community. The new express transit system called COMET, began operation the first of October 2010. COMET is a local route circulator servicing such locations as Maricopa Fiesta, Cobblestone Farms, Rancho El Dorado, Province, Maricopa Marketplace, Pacana Park, Walmart, Harrah's Casino and the City's Park-and-Ride Lot. The City of Maricopa is the home of the only Amtrak station in Arizona. MaricopaXPRESS (MaX) is the City of Maricopa's regional connector to the Phoenix metro-plex with service to downtown Phoenix and Tempe. MaX provides safe, convenient, cost effective and dependable public transportation. MAX runs Monday through Friday and one-way fares are $3.00, $2.00 for seniors and free for children under five.

Maricopa real estate for sale offers affordable housing for first time buyers as well as 2nd home buyers for their vacation residence. There are beautifully established neighborhoods that will suit the needs and tastes for everyone.

When looking at Arizona real estate trends for 2nd home buyers, Ahwatukee Foothills is the place to start . Ahwatukee is one of the safest and most well maintained communities in the Phoenix Metro Area. It is located on the south side of South Mountain preserve in area codes 85048, 85044, 85045. It is only 20 minutes from the Phoenix International Airport, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, Chandler Fashion Square, Arizona State University, Tempe Diablo Stadium - a favorite spring training facility, and Chandler Regional Hospital. Within 40 minutes you can be at the HoHoKam Stadium - home of the Chicago Cubs spring training, the Diamondback's Baseball Stadium, and US Airways Center - home of the Phoenix Suns basketball team. It is not too far from the University of Phoenix Stadium - home of the Phoenix Cardinal's or the Coyotes NHL Stadium.

There are many apartment style complexes where winter residents find the perfect get-away here in Ahwatukee. It is especially ideal for 2nd home buyers because of our down market - prices are phenomenal.

The team of Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish designed The Foothills Golf Course in 1988, built at the southern base of South Mountain. The wide lush green fairways set in and amongst the desert terrain span more than 6,968 yards. The Foothills is semi-private, open to the public but membership is encouraged. The course appeals to golfers of any level and is a wonderful backdrop for weddings and other special events. Enjoy a beverage and dinning at the Sunset Cafe where the views are unforgettable. AND, take advantage of their seasonal golf pass membership!

There are a number of public and semi-private golf courses throughout the community. Club West, an 18-hole Brian Whitcomb/Ken Kavanaugh design, ranges in yards from 4,985 yards in length to as much as 7,142 yards from the back tees. The double green down hill 17th hole has dramatic views with a tee to green elevation change of over 100 feet. Don't plan on walking! Enjoy a meal at the elegant 19th hole with outdoor seating next to the lake.

Do not over look the Ahwatukee Country Club, designed by John Boulla. The Ahwatukee Golf course opened in 1973. It is the home of the Ahwatukee Country Club Academy of Golf utilizing state-of-the-art teaching technology to enhance both the understanding of the swing and enjoyment of golf by all students.

Club West Golf Course

And finally, the 18-hole "Lakes" executive course - The Lakes at Ahwatukee Golf course facility features 4,019 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 60. The course rating is 62.6 and it has a slope rating of 99. Designed by Gary Panks, ASGCA, the Ahwatukee Lakes Golf course lined with towering Eucalyptus trees and a number of small lakes opened to the public in 1977.

Ahwatukee is a true mecca for golfers: Within minutes, you can golf at Phantom Horse, The Raven, The Legacy, Whirlwind or Cattail, Ken McDonald, The Duke at El Dorado Ranch, ASU Karsten golf courses to name just a few of the incredible golfing experiences in Phoenix metro-plex. Besides golf, the neighborhoods and communities within Ahwatukee are wonderful places for raising a family or finding the good life in the retirement years. It is a common site to see joggers & cyclists, people walking their dogs or taking their kids out for a stroll, and many take advantage of the hiking & mountain biking trails in the South Mountain Preserve.

Stonecliffe Condominiums

Our primary expertise in our real estate business is helping our clients select the perfect golf course property, the best floor plan in a new build, the safest neighborhoods to raise a family, or the ideal retirement community. We can help you buy a winter home in AZ or condominiums for those who just wish to have the perfect winter get-away without a lot of expense! We have developed a working relationship with most of the valley builders and condominium managers and therefore we often receive updated information before the public knows it.