The Foothills Ranchos Neighborhood | Scottsdale, Arizona

The Foothills Ranchos neighborhood occupies the southwest corner of Sweetwater Avenue and Scottsdale Road, making it prime real estate for anyone who wants to enjoy all that Scottsdale offers. The residents in the community have an average age of 44 and enjoy earning nearly twice the income of the average Phoenician. Unique to many of the more established neighborhoods in Scottsdale, Foothills Ranchos broke ground in 1971, and the construction continued for nearly four decades. This time frame adds to the diversity of the homes found in the community.

With a median home price of just under $950,000, the houses in Foothills Ranchos range from nearly 2,500 square feet to an impressive 6,200 square feet plus. Buyers can shop the inventory to find a few deals with prices under $850,000 if they are willing to invest their time and money in renovations and upgrades. It is a sound business choice as demand and value are typically always on the rise in this desirable Scottsdale zip code. Original builds were likely to offer three to five bedrooms and two or three bathrooms. However, renovations can result in some changes.

Families are especially pleased to live in Foothills Ranchos and take advantage of the great Paradise Valley school system. Children in the community attend Sandpiper Elementary, Desert Shadows Middle School, and Horizon High School. In the summertime, most of the neighborhood children also enjoy gathering at the nearby Cactus Aquatic Center and Cactus Park. Also, with fast access to the 101, OdySea Aquarium and Butterfly Wonderland activities are just minutes away.

Local Recommendations

Crust Brothers Pizza
Low-key eatery with a patio whipping up pizzas, salads & subs, plus wine & draft beer.

Butterfield’s Pancake House & Restaurant
Casual eatery serving globally inspired all-day breakfasts plus burgers & sandwiches for lunch.

Cook and Craft – Scottsdale & Shea
Familiar, warehouse-chic eatery turning out traditional pub fare, plus craft cocktails & beer.

Neighborhood Outlook

Cactus Shea Corridor – Map
Cactus Shea Corridor – 3D

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