Residential community with nearby access to parks and dining
In northwest Yuma County, quiet, residential Donovan Estates is known for late 20th-century manufactured and ranch-style homes set on dirt-packed and concrete lots. Omar Delgadillo, a Realtor with Realty One Group Gateway and a Yuma County local, says, “It’s an older neighborhood, but it’s a really good area with shopping nearby.” Residents here enjoy quick access to dining along West 8th Street, and recreation 4 miles north at West Wetlands Park. “It’s family-friendly,” says Yovana Badilla, a Realtor with The Realty Agency and Yuma County local. “The people who have lived there have lived there for a really long time, so they know each other.” Some residents have their own businesses, like contracting and repair companies. The neighborhood is also popular with local investors looking to rent out their properties.
Donovan Estates, AZ is an older quiet neighborhood close to popular shopping streets.
Most attractions near Donovan Estates, AZ are in downtown Yuma, a couple of miles away.
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Getting around Yuma
There aren’t sidewalks in Donovan Estates, so residents typically drive or use public transportation to get around. Yuma County Area Transit bus stops are located along West 8th Street, the neighborhood’s northern border. Interstate 8 is found 5 miles northeast in downtown Yuma, and leads 188 miles northeast to Phoenix. The Arizona/Mexico border is 22 miles south, in San Luis. Yuma Regional Medical Center is 4 miles southeast, and Yuma International Airport is 7 miles southeast.
Highway 8 connects Donovan Estates in Yuma with California and the rest of the state.
Residents in Donovan Estates, AZ typically drive to get around town.
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Local dining along West 8th Street
West 8th Street is lined with locally owned restaurants. Family-owned Duron's Restaurante y Cantina is popular for its third-generation family recipes, live music on Fridays, and handcrafted cocktails like a Chavela, which mixes tomato juice and Mexican beer with fresh lime and a dash of hot sauce. Los Manjares is a local favorite for its generous portions of authentic Mexican cuisine, like steak ranchero and tamales. Residents can pick up groceries 2 miles east at the Walmart Neighborhood Market, and head 5 miles northeast to Downtown Yuma to shop local businesses like Sunny’s Bookstore and Timeless Elegance Antiques, or enjoy a fresh cup of coffee on Cafecito’s outdoor patio.
Rows of restaurants offer variety in downtown Yuma near Donovan Estates, AZ.
Cafecito is a unique and highly rated cafe near Donovan Estates, AZ.
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Exploring West Wetlands Park
Four miles northeast, the 110-acre West Wetlands Park includes Centennial Beach, where folks can launch boats onto the Colorado River and fish for largemouth bass, and the 2-mile West Wetlands Loop, popular with hikers and bikers. The park's Stewart Vincent Wolfe Creative Playground has a colorful castle-themed play structure, as well as a zipline and climbing net, all built with help from community volunteers. One mile east, golfers can hit the links at the public 9-hole Ironwood Golf Course.
West Wetlands Park is a sprawling riverfront park with multiple amenities in Yuma, AZ.
West Wetlands Park in Yuma, AZ has multi-use trails and benches for relaxation.
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Manufactured and ranch-style homes in northwest Yuma County
Set along streets that lack both sidewalks and curbs, Donovan Estates’ homes are mostly from the late 20th-century, either manufactured or ranch-style houses with up to three bedrooms, no garages, and exteriors painted in earth tones. Lots are rarely landscaped, and are more often concrete-paved or dirt-packed, ranging in size from 6,000 to 10,000 square feet. Badilla says the area is popular with local investors who renovate these older homes and then rent them out; depending on lot size and renovations, prices range from $120,000 to $220,000. There are also a few 21st-century ranch-style homes here, with attached garages and three to four bedrooms; prices range from $300,000 to $350,000.
Donovan Estates, AZ has newly built and renovated ranch houses with attached garages.
Most homes in Donovan Estates, AZ were built in the 20th century.
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Extracurriculars at Yuma schools
Local kids can attend H.L. Suverkrup Elementary, Crane Middle and Cibola High, all of which receive a B-minus from Niche. Students at H.L. Suverkrup Elementary students can participate in sports like soccer and flag football, or in the Kids at Hope program, which supports student success through tutoring and cultural training. At Cibola High, teens can continue exploring their interests in extracurriculars like the criminal justice club, academic decathlon and Gamer’s Guild.
Annual festivals bring Yuma residents together
Throughout the year, residents can attend annual events in Downtown Yuma. In January, the Yuma Medjool Date Festival celebrates Medjool dates, a popular local fruit grown in the greater Yuma community; festivities include samples from local farmers, date-inspired recipes and performances from local musicians. During the two-day BBQ & Brew Festival in February, festivalgoers compete in a cook-off and enjoy country music. December's Old Town Christmas Festival is popular for its holiday-themed decor and family activities like the annual tree lighting ceremony and Santa meet-and-greet.
Car shows and fairs are popular events that bring communities together near Donovan Estates.
Petting zoos and community events are often held in the Donovan Estates, AZ neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Imperial Sand Dunes
West Wetlands Park
Transit
Airport
Yuma International
15 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Donovan Estates
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Donovan Estates, Yuma sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Donovan Estates, Yuma over the last 12 months is $268,100, up 39% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$278,750
Median Single Family Price
$278,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$195
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$277,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
55
Median Year Built
1974
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,179
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,352
Median Age
31
Population under 18
33.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,631
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,999
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
53.3%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
1.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
58%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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