All About Scottsdale

When it comes to finding the perfect place to live, there are a lot of factors to consider. But if you're looking for a place that has it all – from country clubs and golf courses to shopping, dining and luxury condos – then Scottsdale, Arizona is the place for you. From a list of some of Scottsdale's most popular residential communities to sharing with you some of the top reasons why people love living here, this blog is jam-packed with info.

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Old Town Scottsdale

About Scottsdale

Scottsdale is a city in the eastern part of Maricopa County, Arizona, United States, adjacent to the Greater Phoenix area. Named Scottsdale in 1894 after its founder Winfield Scott, a retired U.S. Army chaplain, the city was incorporated in 1951 with a population of 2,000. The 2021 population of the city is estimated to be 242,645 according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

The New York Times described Downtown Scottsdale as "a desert version of Miami's South Beach" and as having "plenty of late night partying and a buzzing hotel scene". Its slogan is "The West's Most Western Town". Scottsdale is approx. 31 miles long and approx. 11.4 miles wide at its widest point and shares boundaries with many other municipalities and entities. On the west, Scottsdale is bordered by Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and unincorporated Maricopa County land.

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Sonoran Sunset Over Pinnacle Peak

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Carefree is located along the western boundary, as well as sharing Scottsdale's northern boundary with the Tonto National Forest. To the south Scottsdale is bordered by Tempe. The southern boundary is also occupied by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, which extends along the eastern boundary of Scottsdale as well.

The eastern boundary of Scottsdale is formed by McDowell Mountain Regional Park and the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Preserve. Since its incorporation in 1951, Scottsdale has experienced tremendous growth. Scottsdale's official motto is "The West's Most Western Town" because of its extensive history in the American Old West.

Today, Scottsdale is home to more than 70 golf courses and country clubs, including TPC Scottsdale, home of the Waste Management Phoenix Open. The city also offers more than 600 restaurants and over 50 art galleries. Downtown Scottsdale features a vibrant nightlife scene with many bars and nightclubs. The city also features luxury hotels such as The Phoenician, The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician, Scottsdale Camelback Resort Inn, and many others.

The Phoenician Golf Club

Popular Scottsdale Communities

From popular master-planned communities, single-family home neighborhoods, and luxury condo projects, popular Scottsdale, Arizona real estate communities include:

• Estancia
• Ascent at The Phoenician
• DC Ranch
• Granite Mountain Ranch
• McCormick Ranch
• Terravita
• Optima Kierland
• Troon North
• Windgate Ranch
• Grayhawk
• Desert Mountain
• Desert Highlands
• Troon Village
• Scottsdale Waterfront Condos
• Gainey Ranch
• Mirabel
• The Cactus Corridor
• Old Town
• Whisper Rock
• The Boulders

Optima Camelview Village

Reasons Why People Love It

1. The Lifestyle

Living in Scottsdale means having access to some of the best lifestyle amenities in the country. From world-class golf courses and country clubs to upscale shopping and dining, there's something for everyone in Scottsdale. And with the city's young, wealthy and up-and-coming population, there's always something new and exciting happening. Not to mention Spring Training is pretty awesome.

2. The Weather

Scottsdale is known for its beautiful weather, and for good reason. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, you can enjoy all the outdoor activities the city has to offer year-round. And if you're looking to escape the heat in the summer, you can always head up to one of Scottsdale's many luxury condos or homes with views of the city.

3. The Amenities

In addition to all the great lifestyle amenities, Scottsdale also has incredible views and is home to some of the best schools in the state. The city also has a variety of parks and recreation areas, as well as a thriving arts and culture scene. There's truly something for everyone here.

4. Growth

Another very important thing to point out is the BILLIONS of growth happening in Scottdale. In North Scottsdale alone, the upcoming Optima McDowell Mountain Village development and One Scottsdale master plan are set to forever change the Scottsdale Road and Loop 101 area.

5. The Location

Scottsdale is conveniently located just a short drive from Phoenix, making it easy to get around the state as well as to Sky Harbor Airport. And with its close proximity to major highways, Scottsdale is also an ideal location for those who commute to other parts of the county. Additionally, Scottsdale Airport, which does not have commercial scheduled service, is one of the busiest single-runway general aviation airports in the nation.

Scottsdale Features Top-Notch Golf Courses

If You'd Like To Learn More

Being that Scottsdale is such a large and somewhat complex city, when it comes to buying real estate in Scottsdale, Arizona, it helps to work with a team of professionals who know it well. Not only does Scottsdale feature a diverse type of real estate lifestyles such as golf course and luxury condo living, its various areas offer very different type of living experiences. As an example, the popular Cactus Corridor is zoned for equestrian while up and coming areas are seeing more and more high-density vertical construction.

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