Why Live in Bellair
Bellair, a quiet suburb in Phoenix, is located less than 20 miles north of downtown. This well-maintained neighborhood features private HOA communities and a public golf course, offering residents a variety of amenities such as swimming pools, tennis courts, and community events like game nights and garage sales. The Bellair Golf Park, recently renovated, includes a TopGolf-style driving range and an on-site restaurant, The Patio food truck. Nearby, Chapparal Park and Sunburst Paradise Park provide over 10 acres of lighted sports facilities, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Bellair homes, dating back to the 1970s, include ranch-style, split-level, and two-story builds, with many renovated to enhance their value. The neighborhood is part of the Deer Valley Unified School District, with highly rated schools like Traditional Academy at Bellair, Desert Sky Middle School, and Deer Valley High, known for its fine arts program. Shopping and dining options are plentiful along Bell Road, featuring local favorites like Padre Murphy’s, Yen Sushi and Sake Bar, and Tacos Tijuana. For groceries, residents have access to Fry’s, ALDI, WinCo Foods, and Walmart. Major retail shopping is available at Arrowhead Towne Center, less than 5 miles west. For entertainment, the Arizona Broadway Theatre and Peoria Sports Complex are just a few miles away. Bellair is bordered by Bell Road, providing access to Interstate 17 and Valley Metro bus stops, with Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport less than 25 miles south. The neighborhood also has medical facilities like St. Joseph’s Hospital and Abrazo Health’s Arrowhead campus nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bellair a good place to live?
Bellair is a good place to live. Bellair is considered very car-dependent with some transit options. Bellair has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.4 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $95,801 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 30.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Bellair are home owners, with 16.5% of residents renting and 83.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bellair can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bellair neighborhood guide.
Is Bellair, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Bellair, AZ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bellair?
The median home price in Bellair is $414,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,150 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $92K a year to afford the median home price in Bellair. The average household income in Bellair is $96K.
What are the best public schools in Bellair?
The best public schools that serve Bellair are:
What are the best private schools in Bellair?
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Are home prices dropping in Bellair?
Yes, home prices in Bellair are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Bellair, AZ
On average, homes in Bellair, Phoenix sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Bellair, Phoenix over the last 12 months is $418,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$418,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$446,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$247
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median List Price
$414,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%