Housing
Overview
The Camelback East Village, also sometimes referred to as East Phoenix or the East Side, is one of the 15 villages that make up Phoenix, Arizona, United States. It is adjacent to the suburbs Paradise Valley and Scottsdale and sits between Piestewa Peak and Camelback Mountain. There are two main cores of the village. The first is the 24th Street and Camelback Road core and the other is the 44th Street and Van Buren Street core.
Several prominent Valley landmarks, including the 914-acre Papago Park with an 18-hole golf course and Papago Baseball Facility, Phoenix Mountains Park and Piestewa Peak, the Phoenix Zoo and the Desert Botanical Gardens bring visitors from all over the state. Camelback East is also home to three five-star resorts that provide the ambience of housing and resort living in a planned community setting while offering extensive recreational opportunities.
Camelback East is a desirable neighborhood for families, young professionals, and retirees. It's known for its relaxed atmosphere and accessibility, and it's close to healthcare facilities.
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A Tree-Filled Neighborhood Near Camelback Mountain
Located at the foot of Camelback Mountain roughly 9 miles from downtown Phoenix, Camelback East Village is known for its lush landscaping, highly rated schools and access to some of the city’s most popular hiking areas. “There's a sense of community here that you don’t always get,” says Chris Morrison, an associate broker and founding partner of RETSY who lives in Arcadia, one of the neighborhood’s several smaller communities. “You get to know your neighbors. There’s a lot of kids trick-or-treating, block parties — stuff that really builds culture.” Piestewa Peak and Camelback Mountain, featuring some of the city’s most popular hikes, are in the neighborhood, and there are also several shopping areas with locally owned restaurants. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in the neighborhood’s north hosts the annual Original Phoenix Greek Festival, and other nearby houses of worship include Muslim Community Mosque and St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. State Route 51 and the 202 freeway pass through the neighborhood, giving locals easy access to the rest of the Phoenix metro area.
Midcentury Ranch-Style Homes and High-Rise Condos
While the homes here vary widely in character, most have large, green lawns and tall, deeply rooted trees that offer shade from the harsh Arizona sun. “A lot of the lots are irrigated, which allows you to have more mature trees and lush landscaping. It feels more higher end,” Morrison says. “When you’re born and raised in Arizona, you’re looking for something different, so there’s a lot more desirability here.” The neighborhood is so green because of its access to flood irrigation, a method of flooding yards with several inches of water and letting it seep into the earth.
Midcentury ranch-style homes are common, and many have been remodeled or even fully rebuilt to add luxury amenities like chef’s kitchens and outdoor fireplaces. Layouts range from 1,000 to 4,800 square feet; prices for homes with under 3,000 square feet can range from $350,000 to $2.7 million, while larger homes can range from $960,000 to $4.7 million. Some Mediterranean-style new traditional houses and 21st-century modern homes are also available; prices can range from $550,000 to $2.4 million, with new construction luxury homes costing the most. The area’s priciest homes are custom houses on up to 2 acres; these can cost between $2 million and $12 million, depending on amenities like infinity pools and guest houses.
Townhouses and condos are also available, and these range widely in style and price. Buyers can find one- and two-level townhouses built from the 1960s through the 2020s, most with Mediterranean-style and 21st-century modern design elements. Prices range from $150,000 to $2.3 million and vary by location and amenities; those on the northeast side, close to Camelback Mountain and the Arizona Country Club, cost the most, while those in the southwest, closer to downtown Phoenix, are more affordable. Low- and high-rise condos are also available, and some units are luxury penthouses. A one-bedroom can cost between $130,000 and $480,000, while a two-bedroom ranges from $220,000 to $1.6 million and a three-bedroom can go for $330,000 to $4.2 million. There are also several rental options available throughout the neighborhood, from single-family homes to high-rise apartment buildings.
Education
Camelback East Village in Phoenix, Arizona has five school districts, including 16 elementary schools and two high schools. One of the public high schools in the area is BASIS Phoenix.
