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Queen Creek Properties
Prospective residents have a wide range of home styles to
choose from in Queen Creek. Properties with large lots can be found in town.
With a network of multiuse trails throughout the community, many homes have
horse privileges. Irrigated acre lots and ranchettes are available for those
who want to experience the true rural lifestyle. Also, there are new single
family homes and custom homes available.
Discover properties available in Queen Creek by clicking here.
Queen Creek History
the area began with ranching and farming. Pecans, citrus, cotton, and vegetables were some of the crops that flourished. The name Queen Creek came from the Queen Creek Wash, which received its name from the Silver Queen Mine. The Silver Queen Mine was located in the nearby town of Superior. The rural flavor of Queen Creek today attracts many horse owners and nature lovers, who want to explore the desert surrounding the town.Queen Creek Outdoor Recreation
the Queen Creek Wash, after which the town was named, is being preserved. This wash begins at the east of town with the Picket Post Creek (or Queen Creek) that winds its way through Queen Creek Canyon and into town. Along with the Sanokai Wash, both of these washes will provide residents with public trails and open space. Although, these washes are usually dry, the washes provide habitats to many different types of wildlife, birds and plants. Bird and wildlife observers delight in spotting creatures in these natural wash areas.Outdoor living is a way of life in this town. Hiking, biking, and riding a horse are some of the activities that many residents experience. The Community Center, parks, and local schools provide ball fields and playgrounds for children. Several golf courses are also located close by. However, some people take a simple approach to sampling the outdoors. A lounge chair on their patio to watch a nightly sunset is an event that no one should miss.
Queen Creek Entertainment
Queen Creek is a special place. The hometown feel that has
brought people to the area can be both seen and felt at the local festivals.
Schnepf Farms is a 60 year old, 300 acre working farm. Its doors open often
throughout the year for festivals. The Pumpkin and Chili Festival is a popular
one held every fall. Peaches and potatoes are wonderful festivals that many
children love to visit. The rural atmosphere and a relaxed lifestyle can be
found in Queen Creek.
Queen Creek is in Central Arizona . It is in Maricopa County. It is located at the base of the San Tan Mountains near the Queen Creek Wash. The Superstition Mountains can be seen to the town's northeast, along with the Goldmine Mountains in the south. The town is located south of State Highway 60. It is 43 miles southeast of downtown Phoenix in the East Valley.
Queen Creek enjoys a rural lifestyle where neighbors are friends and its small town charm is evident in the way you are treated. Today, Queen Creek's population is 4,000. The town sits at an elevation of 1,400. The sunny climate has a summer high temperature of 101degrees and a winter low temperature of 32 degrees. Queen Creek has the benefits of small town living and the natural beauty surrounds the town at all angles a very popular attraction in Queen Creek is the Schnepf Farm. This family owned farm hosts many festivals throughout the year. You won't want to miss one of these delicious events.
Events:
Peach Festival May
Potato Festival
Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party September
History
Early settlers discovered a fertile valley near the Queen Creek Wash at the base of the San Tan Mountains. The valley was perfect for ranching and farming. Farmers discovered it was ideal for growing citrus, cotton, pecans, vegetables and other crops.
Queen Creek Wash received its name from the Silver Queen mine in the town of Superior located just east of where the town of Queen Creek is today. At the base of the mine was a creek known as the Picket Post Creek. The creek's name was changed to Queen Creek in honor of the new mine. The creek passes through the mountains and into the area that is now Queen Creek.
In the beginning however, the town was called Rittenhouse because of the railroad spur that was located at Rittenhouse and Ellsworth roads. Rittenhouse is the name of one of the founding families. Many of the town's roads are named after the first families arriving to the area to make it their home. Some of these road names are still used today. It was at this railroad spur that many people would hail down the train to catch a ride into Phoenix. When the rail stop ceased and the community grew, the name changed to Queen Creek.
Queen Creek experienced a short growth spurt in the 1920's, when immigrants from Mexico arrived to pick the local cotton. In 1989, Queen Creek was incorporated. Soon after the town's incorporation, Williams Air Force Base was closed and was converted into Williams Gateway Airport. Other businesses like General Motors Desert Proving Grounds have come to Queen Creek to seek their success.
Today the town's goal is to preserve its small town friendly atmosphere by guiding growth. Plans are to achieve a family-oriented community with room to grow. Queen Creek will continue to provide open space, along with a country charm.
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