The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 85257 sells for about $565,000, or $363 per square foot.
Prices are down 14.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 71 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,990 a month.
ZIP 85257 — Scottsdale
The 85257 housing market is currently experiencing a price correction with a year-over-year decline of 14.4%, reflecting a shift from previous highs. While inventory remains balanced, the market is characterized by older housing stock and smaller lot sizes compared to the broader Scottsdale area. Demand remains supported by the SkySong innovation center, though the current sales pace reflects a more cautious buyer environment.
This ZIP is well-suited for young professionals and commuters who value proximity to the SkySong innovation hub and the urban-adjacent lifestyle of South Scottsdale.
Median prices moved down 14.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 71 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 85257, Maricopa County AZ
Schools in the area are generally characterized by their proximity to the Scottsdale Unified School District, though specific ratings vary by individual campus.
The area is significantly influenced by the SkySong innovation center, which drives rental demand and local economic momentum.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arizona) — Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze): Provides a 'freeze' on the valuation of the property for tax purposes, limiting the growth of the property tax burden for eligible seniors. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: The tax is calculated by applying an assessment ratio to the property's Limited Property Value (LPV). For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: Property tax is calculated using the formula: (Full Cash Value or Limited Property Value) x Assessment Ratio = Net Assessed Value. The Net Assessed Value is then multiplied by the local tax rate. For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Delinquent Property Tax Lien Sale and 3-Year Redemption Foreclosure: The county treasurer sells a tax lien certificate via public auction to the investor bidding the lowest annual rate of interest (ranging from 16% down to 0% per annum under A.R.S. § 42-18114). State (Arizona) — Statutory Residential Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $400,000 of equity in an owner-occupied primary dwelling from attachment, execution, and forced sale arising from unsecured civil judgment liens.
The area offers convenient access to major employment hubs in Scottsdale and Tempe via the Hayden Road corridor and nearby highway access.
Residents have access to local parks, the greenbelt system, and proximity to shopping and dining districts in South Scottsdale.
The rental market is robust, heavily influenced by demand from the nearby SkySong innovation center and a high concentration of single-adult households.
The economy is anchored by the SkySong innovation center and proximity to the broader Scottsdale and Tempe employment markets.
The area is served by major arterial roads like Hayden Road, providing connectivity to the wider Phoenix metropolitan transit network.
Development is focused on infill projects and the continued evolution of the SkySong corridor.
The Maricopa County Assessor manages property valuations for the area, utilizing standard mass appraisal techniques.
Parcels are subject to Maricopa County tax levies and the Scottsdale Unified School District.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau and ACS profiles.
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major linear park system providing extensive walking and biking paths.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.