The thriving city of Phoenix, Arizona, has a lot to offer visitors and residents alike. From hidden wonders like the area’s sprawling canal system with scenic paths and waterfalls to an abundance of recreation opportunities outside the city limits. Because of this, there is always something new to experience, no matter how many times you visit. As home to over 1.67 million people and split into 15 urban districts called Villages, in Phoenix there is a unique experience to be had in many corners of the city.
Whether you enjoy traveling along scenic trails — including the one inside the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport — or finding waterfalls in the middle of the city, so much about Phoenix is unexpected. One particularly underrated area of Phoenix is Deer Valley, a still-developing residential area complete with friendly locals and a charming waterpark. The neighborhood is conveniently located about 25 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, and it’s also crossed by the main thoroughfares of Interstate 17 (also known as the Black Canyon Freeway) and State Road 101.
Phoenix is full of neighborhoods that have personalities all their own, and Deer Valley doesn’t disappoint. For example, Hurricane Harbor Phoenix is one of Deer Valley Village’s highlights, offering respite from temperatures well into the 100 degrees Fahrenheit range. But it’s the friendly people and relative affordability that truly makes Deer Valley stand apart.
Affordable homes and friendly folks abound in Deer Valley
A key selling point of this Phoenix suburb is the fact that Deer Valley is relatively affordable. Homes in Deer Valley average around $227,767, with the median rent coming in at $1,386. Compared to the greater Phoenix area, Deer Valley is significantly more affordable, per Areavibes, which notes that Phoenix’s median home price is $250,800. The majority of homes are also owner-occupied — with more people owning their homes than the national average — but renters make up around 31% of residents…