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    Central Phoenix Arizona

    Central Phoenix Summary

    Central Phoenix Location

    Central Phoenix is the main section of the city. Residents in this part of the Valley of the Sun are considered to be in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. Mountain views skirt the edges of Central Phoenix. Camelback Mountain sits in the east, Piestewa Peak (Squaw Peak) in the northeast, South Mountain in the south, and in the far distant west is the White Tank Mountains, all of these amazing mountain ranges make the Central Phoenixs desert oasis.

    Situated in the middle of the entire Valley of the Sun, Central Phoenix has it all. In every direction there are cities and towns. The City of Scottsdale is to the east, the towns of Cave Creek and Carefree to the north, City of Glendale to the west, and Arizonas Golden Corridor encompassing several cities and towns trails southward down toward Tucson, Central Phoenix is in a unique spot. Residents are within minutes of most cities and towns in the Valley of Sun.

     

     

    It is easy to get around town when you live in Central Phoenix. There are numerous freeway choices. Both Interstate 17 and State Highway 51 (Piestewa Peak Freeway) run the entire length of the area, north and south. Interstate 10 also cuts through east and west. Central Phoenix residents dont have to travel far to arrive at their destination, because their new homes are centrally located. It is the ideal place to call new home.

    Central Phoenix Entertainment

    Living in the Central Phoenix area is great! The area is host to many restaurants, lots of shopping, theaters, museums, professional sporting events, and much more. The Central Phoenix area is a true metropolitan city.

    the biggest draw to living in the Central Phoenix area is its proximity to many great restaurants, Bank One Ballpark (for Arizona Diamondback professional baseball games), America West Arena (for Phoenix Suns professional basketball, Arizona Rattlers professional arena football, and Phoenix Mercury womens professional basketball games), Herberger Theater (for plays), Phoenix Symphony Hall, Dodge Theater (for concerts and performances), Orpheum Theater (for concerts and performances), Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix Science Center, Phoenix Civic Center, the Convention Center and much, much more. You will find something is going on everyday. As the sixth largest city in the United States, the Central Phoenix area is in the heart.

    Central Phoenix Outdoor Recreation

    One of the best perks, when selecting a new home in the Central Phoenix area is its location. Residents are literally in the center of everything. The Central Phoenix area sits inside a valley. A ring of mountain ranges flank the Valley of the Sun on its edges. To the south, South Mountain with the largest municipal parks in the United States, to the distant west the White Tank Mountains with a natural waterfall flowing during the winter months, to the north Piestewa Peak (Squaw Peak) and North Mountain both offering hikers wonderful trails, and to the east Camelback Mountain a rock climbers paradise with its red rock surface, the Central Phoenix area sits in the middle of it all.

    Central Phoenix Properties

    those arriving to the Valley of the Sun will soon discover that the Central Phoenix area is unique. Properties in this area are diverse. new homely constructed lofts or condominiums in the downtown Phoenix area have become very popular. There are also large acre sized properties with horse privileges and estates that edge the main street in Phoenix, called Central Avenue. Tall palm trees and old trees line the wide streets in several historic areas, such as Palmcroft and Willo. There are also new home developments sprinkled throughout the city. There is something for everyone.

    To look at new homes in the Central Phoenix area, click here.

    Central Phoenix History

    As you look around Phoenix, it is hard to image what life was like in 1867. It was in this year that Jack Swilling created a canal company. He began channeling water from the Salt River.

    this small beginning is how Phoenix received its name. The legendary Egyptian symbol of rebirth is the Phoenix bird rising from its own ashes. Travelers coming through Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport at Terminal 2 will see a spectacular mural. The mural depicts the Phoenix bird in all it glory. Travels will spot the mural high on the west wall in the main section of the terminal. From such small beginnings this metropolitan city has grown. Today, Phoenixs motto is Vision, and values cascading into the future.

    Central Phoenix Villages

    Phoenix has been recognized as One of the Best Managed Cities in the United States. The city has been broken down into 15 neighborhoods or villages. There are five villages (urban areas) that are included in the Central Phoenix area. These villages are: North Mountain Village, Alhambra Village, Encanto Village, Camelback East Village, and Central City Village. All of these villages are unique and have special characteristics.

    Alhambra Village

    Alhambra Village Property Overview

    Alhambra Village has a collection of new homes built in the 1920s and 1930s. The village is known for its mature, single family new homes. Affordable housing can be found in this community. Most Alhambra Village residents enjoy the ability to take part in the downtown entertainment and employment opportunities.

    Alhambra Village Location

    Northern Avenue to Seventh Street to Grand Canal to Black Canyon Freeway to Grand Avenue to 43

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    Avenue are the boundaries of Alhambra Village. The village is north and west of Encanto Village, spanning both sides of Black Canyon Freeway.

    Camelback East Village

    Camelback East Village Property Overview

    Camelback East Village offers a variety of properties and neighborhoods. Most of the new homes in the area were built between 1950 and 1970. Prospective residents will find quiet neighborhoods. Living options range from single family properties to condominiums. Large new homes and estates are also located in Camelback East Village.

    this village has several notable local attractions that have made it a popular place to live. Children love the opportunity to visit the nearby Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Gardens. Families enjoy taking in a spring training game at the Papago Baseball Facility located within Camelback East Village.

    However, two of the most popular attractions are Papago and Piestewa Peak (Squaw Peak) Mountain Parks. Each park draws visitors for a variety of reasons. Over 900 acres make up Papago Park. The park has an 18-hole golf course, fishing, and hiking. Piestewa Peak (Squaw Peak) Mountain Park has popular hiking trails and picnic armadas.

    three five-star resorts also lie within the boundaries of Camelback East Village. golf course properties and resort style new homes edge these high style resorts making Camelback East Village a great place to work and play.

    Camelback East Village Location

    the borders of this village include the boundaries of both Paradise Valley and Scottsdale to 7th

    Street, Northern Avenue to North Mountain to Piestewa Peak (Squaw Peak) Park to Grand Canal and the Salt River.

    Central City Village

    Central City Property Overview

    Central City Village is a very special area of the city. The majority of the village is comprised of downtown Phoenix. It includes government buildings, local businesses, convention center, and cultural/sports facilities. Transportation is highlighted in this area. Sky Harbor International Airport, multiple freeway access points, and public transit are all found within Central City Village.

    One of the unique aspects of Central City Village is the numerous historic districts that are located within its boundaries. Because this village has the oldest neighborhoods in Phoenix, distinctive vintage architecture can be found on many of the properties. Residents in Central City Village like the old fashion neighborhood concept, along with the accessibility to downtown Phoenix.

    Central City Village Location

    the boundaries of this village are McDowell Road to Rio Salado and the Black Canyon Freeway to the Grand Canal and the Hohokam Expressway. It includes all of downtown Phoenix.

    Encanto Village

    Encanto Village Property Overview

    High rise buildings and cultural facilities make up part of the Encanto Village. This area was named in honor of the local historic park, Encanto Park. The park covers over 200 acres and was inspired by the English garden theme that was popular in the 1920s and 1930s. Paddle boat rides, a small old fashioned childrens amusement park, a swimming pool, several fields, and public golf courses all make up Encanto Park.

    Although, some of Phoenixs most unique new homes are within the borders of Encanto Village. More historic new home districts are found in Encanto Village, than in any other village in Phoenix. new homes showcased in the Encanto Village reflect the charming Craftsman bungalow style, along with spacious haciendas. These districts are set against a backdrop of wide palm tree lined streets and old fashioned gas styled lights.

    Near the center of this village is Park Central Shopping Center, which was one of the first malls in Phoenix. Today, the shopping center has several restaurants and businesses making it a great retreat during a busy work day. The Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix Theater, Burton Barr Central Library, and Cancer Survivors Park make up the cultural facilities. There is something going at one of these places all year long. Both commercial and residential high rise buildings edge Central Avenue which runs through Encanto Village.

    Encanto Village Location

    the boundaries of Encanto Village include Grand Canal to Black Canyon Highway to McDowell Road.

    North Mountain Village

    North Mountain Village Property Overview

    North Mountain Village has a variety of neighborhoods and properties. new homes range from older traditional residences, along the Central Avenue corridor to new homeer properties in the foothills of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve to suburban neighborhoods in the western sections of the village. The diversity spreads from the more affluent properties in the Moon Valley neighborhood to the more affordable family new homes in the Sunnyslope neighborhood.

    Sunnyslope is located nine miles north of downtown Phoenix on the southern slopes of the Phoenix Mountains. Some of the new homes in this area are situated on the mountainsides offering fantastic views of the city of Phoenix.

    Close proximity to outdoor recreational areas is a benefit to living in this village. Both the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and the Cave Creek Recreational Area are located within the North Mountain Village. Hiking trails and mountain biking are found in the area.

    Access to a higher education institution is another bonus to living in this village. Arizona State University West is another feature of this area. Arizona State University West is located at 4701 West Thunderbird Road. This extended campus location serves undergraduate and graduate students. Students at Arizona State University West can chose from bachelor and masters degree programs in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Education, Human Services, School of the Management and the Division of Collaborative Programs. The campus has a full service library, computer linked classrooms, bookstore, fitness center, child care, and a cafeteria. Those who live in the North Mountain Village enjoy the easy access to the university campus.

    North Mountain Village Location

    the borders of North Mountain Village are 51st

    Avenue to Acoma Drive to 39th

    Avenue to Greenway Road/Parkway to 16th

    Street (extended) to Cactus Road and through the mountains to Northern Avenue.