Eddie Villalobos
My Home Group Real Estate
(888) 597-4840
133 Total Sales
4 in Central City
$225K - $350K Price Range
Central City
Suburban Neighborhood in Phoenix, Arizona
Maricopa County 85007, 85008, 85009, 85034
Appropriately named for its central location in the Phoenix region, Central City is Phoenix’s cultural hub, featuring dining options, city housing and some of the area’s most popular attractions. Given the dense sprawl of the Central Phoenix region, residents have access to both condominium properties and traditional single-family homes. These living spaces boast midcentury and Mediterranean-style ranchers and more spacious, contemporary homes as the area is consistently renovated.
Plenty of restaurants can be found here, offering exciting and diverse food options for residents looking to eat out in the city. Downtown also features many of the region’s event arenas and sports fields, making the area a place for fans from all around the city to congregate for big-name concerts and games.
In tandem with the busy environment of Central City, residents have access to a collection of neighborhood parks to spend time outdoors. Additionally, proximity to Interstate 10 and other nearby highways allows for easy access to amenities and attractions across the Greater Phoenix area. The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is also situated directly east of Central City, making air travel easy.
Within the confines of Central City, Phoenix residents have access to city services and businesses throughout the neighborhood. Along East Buckeye Road, residents have a mix of restaurant and bar options, in addition to small businesses and convenience stores.
Popular options include the Sonora Taco Shop, known for its tasty tacos at a reasonable price, and Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles, which brings Southern soul food to a Southwestern audience. Options for everyday necessities along East Buckeye Road include the local United States Postal Service location, Circle K and auto shops, plus a selection of fast-casual food joints.
Downtown, residents have more access to businesses, entertainment venues and restaurants. Within this portion of Central City, the Arizona Financial Theatre and The Van Buren host popular live music events and performances throughout the year. The Orpheum Theatre also hosts live music and theatrical performances in a restored historical building on West Adams Street. Residents may also check out The Arrogant Butcher for unique snacks and drinks in the location’s swanky downtown setting.
Phoenix’s Chase Field is home to the area’s Major League Baseball team, the Arizona Diamondbacks. Residents are within walking distance of this local landmark and can catch a game during the MLB season. Additionally, the Warehouse District also serves as home to the Footprint Center, the official arena of the NBA's Phoenix Suns.
The Phoenix Convention Center, situated in Downtown Phoenix, offers a large event space for crowd-pleasers such as Phoenix Fan Fusion, Franchise Expo West and occasional performances, including the center’s seasonal Nutcracker showing. Civic Space Park, situated just north of Central City, is also popular for its modern sculptures and proximity to Arizona State University’s downtown campus.
There’s also the Rosson House Museum at Heritage Square, which offers a glimpse back in time with an ornate Victorian home that has been preserved since 1895. Visitors can also check out the rest of Heritage & Science Park, which features other historical artifacts and an onsite coffee shop, Stemistry.
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Collin Cope
Photography Contributed By
Eric Nagaran
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Eddie Villalobos
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Melissa Twitchell
Melissa Twitchell
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty
(623) 263-0719
127 Total Sales
2 in Central City
$115K - $250K Price Range
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Gaby Carder
Gaby Carder
Real Estate 48
(754) 247-1950
160 Total Sales
1 in Central City
$379,995 Price
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Susana Diaz
Susana Diaz
West USA Realty
(623) 253-8440
28 Total Sales
1 in Central City
$396,900 Price
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Byron Applegate
Byron Applegate
Applegate Homes Realty
(855) 908-4083
95 Total Sales
2 in Central City
$160K - $235K Price Range
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Tim Cusick
Tim Cusick
Homelogic Real Estate
(480) 712-0156
326 Total Sales
1 in Central City
$375,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 4th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Eastlake Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Harmon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Pioneer and Military Memorial Park
- Trails
Alkire Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Coffelt Lamoreaux Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Barrios Unidos Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Green Valley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Grant Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Edison Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International
8 min drive
Subway
24Th St/Jefferson
Subway
24Th St/Washington
Subway
38Th St/Washington
Bus
Buckeye Rd & 27th St
Bus
16th St & Mckinley St
Bus
24th St & Sky Harbor Cir S
Bus
7th Av & Sherman St
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central City | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central City, Phoenix sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Central City, Phoenix over the last 12 months is $353,215, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$336,950
Median Single Family Price
$342,000
Median Townhouse Price
$579,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Last 12 months Home Sales
82
Months of Supply
4.40
Median List Price
$359,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,072
Median Year Built
1948
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,467
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,538
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,372
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
465
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Apr 2311am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
34,982
Median Age
31
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,815
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,625
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
61.8%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.4%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
7''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
107°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
58
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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