Meet Goodyear – The Fastest Growing City In Arizona

Looking to move to one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona, and even in the country? Look less than a thirty-minute drive from downtown Phoenix and you’ll find the city of Goodyear. Named after the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Goodyear is a suburb just about 17 miles from the epicenter of the valley.

Baseball, great weather, and stunning views of the Sonoran Desert are only some of the reasons to visit Goodyear. With its fast growth, you’ll find all the convenience of a big city with quick access to the outdoors and downtown Phoenix.

Whether you’re looking to start a family, relocate, or find Goodyear homes for sale in an adult living community, you’ll find it in the ever-growing Goodyear, Arizona. Fall in love with this desert city just like we have!

The Goodyear Housing Market

Due to the extreme shift in the housing market over the last year, it shouldn’t be too much of a surprise to learn that the average home cost in Goodyear has gone up about 40% since last year. The average home price sits around $435,000, however, there is a range of pricing options for everyone. You can find great choices in Goodyear for single, family, or active adult living.

As can also be expected, the market in this ever-growing city is fairly aggressive with most home sales taking multiple offers. However, with the growth of the city and an expanding housing inventory, it is actually a great time to buy in Goodyear. As long as you use a vetted agent, finding the perfect home for your needs is definitely possible.

From condos to townhomes, you’ll find a large range of prices and home styles in this flourishing city. Condos and townhomes start around $300,000 but you can also find luxury townhomes at prices even higher than some of the larger single-family homes in Goodyer. You’ll even see luxury homes at the other end of the spectrum at slightly over  $1,000,000.

If you’re looking for the most popular types of homes in Goodyear,Arizona, you’re looking at 1,500 square foot homes near the average price of $435,000. These prices are slightly higher than Arizona’s average but are quite a bit more affordable than homes in downtown Phoenix. With the continuing growth of the city, you’ll feel the essence of a small town while reaping the benefits of big-city amenities.

In Goodyear, you’ll find many residential community options ranging from new construction family homes to established older homes, to 55+ communities. In this city’s 116.5 square miles, there is also the option to buy land, which provides the opportunity for new houses and developments. Easy access to nearby amenities makes Goodyear ideal for those looking to retire somewhere beautiful or raise a family in a good-sized city without the hustle and bustle of a downtown city. To fill any needs outside of what Goodyear offers, you’re a short commute away from anything you might need in the valley.

Where to Live

• Estrella is the largest housing development in Goodyear. Estrella is a lakeside community near the beautiful Sierra Estrella Mountains. It covers 20,000 acres and contains three distinct communities: CantaMia, Mountain Ranch, and Montecito. CantaMia is a gated active adult community. Outside of this 55+ community, both Mountain Ranch and Montecito have a variety of housing options. With great education, amenities, and endless outdoor recreation possibilities, you’ll never be bored in your neighborhood of Estrella.

• Alongside Estrella, you’ll find the beautiful upmarket area that is Palm Valley. In Palm Valley, you’ll find plenty of golf courses, a splash pad, a skate park, sports facilities, a mall, and plenty of outdoor activities. You’ll find a variety of fast-casual food and great family restaurants. There are plenty of housing options in this area ranging from average-priced family homes to luxury, high-end custom homes. Palm Valley offers a great mix of open desert spaces and a suburban environment.

• Another great community in Goodyear is PebbleCreek, an active adult retirement community. With its beautiful country club and amenities close by, an active lifestyle might be right for you. Not only can you find a golf course in PebbleCreek, but you can also find pickleball courts, a dog park, indoor and outdoor pools, and a great fitness center. PebbleCreek also has plenty of great dining from coffee to fast-casual, from private dining rooms to bars and lounges. If you are looking for somewhere to settle down after retirement, you can find whatever you’re looking for in the active adult community that is PebbleCreek.

The Job Market

As mentioned, Goodyear is one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona and the nation. With that kind of growth, you can also expect a growing job market. Over the last ten years, the job market has increased in Goodyear by about 40%. With a slightly lower than national average unemployment rate and steady growth in job opportunities, you’ll find it is not too difficult to find the right job or career opportunities in Goodyear. Whether you’re looking for something new or something familiar, Goodyear has plenty of industries for job seekers and businesses looking to get started.

Education in Goodyear

In Goodyear, there are a variety of great education options for any K-12 needs. You’ll find a variety of public, private, and charter schools to fill your family’s elementary, middle, and high school needs. Four school districts serve Goodyear, which shows you just how many options there are for a great education. Alongside all these great options for K-12, you will also find a Franklin Pierce University campus in Goodyear. At this campus, the New Hampshire-based university offers mostly programs related to the healthcare field.

Play Ball!

In Goodyear, you’ll find the Goodyear Ballpark. This top-of-the-line baseball complex cost over $100,000,000 to build and serves as the spring training facility for a couple of MLB teams. Not only does it serve as a great facility for professional teams, but it also serves as a place to play for some teams in the smallerArizona League.

Things to do in Goodyear

Originally established in 1917 by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Goodyear was just 16,000 acres used to cultivate cotton for the cords in their tires. Even though Goodyear has been around for over a century, it didn’t start really expanding until the 1990s.

If you’re looking for something historic to see, take a look no further than the Luke Air Force Base that is in nearby Glendale, or even the Phoenix Trotting Park that once held highly-attended horse races. Even the Phoenix-Goodyear Airport has a lot of history having originally been a naval air facility.

There are so many ways to celebrate the great outdoors and recreate in and around Goodyear. There are more than 15 parks maintained by the city Parks and Recreation that are jam-packed with things to do. You’ll also find a skate park, a pump track, and miles of outdoor trails to hike. One of the best parts of Goodyear is the Goodyear Recreation Campus! This 30-acre facility contains plenty of multi-use fields and sports courts, a new aquatics facility, and much more. Feeling outdoorsy? You can also soak in the desert heat by taking advantage of the many places to run, bike, and hike in the beautiful Sierra Estrella Mountains.

Would you rather beat the heat and sit down for something to eat? There are so many mouth-watering dining options in Goodyear. There are cafes, tea shops, coffee spots, and plenty of other casual dining options to choose from. You’ll find plenty of breakfast and brunch places that celebrate some of Arizona’s locally grown flavors and ingredients. From chains to one-of-a-kind local restaurants there are also plenty of options for a casual meal or a dressed-up date night. When making your way through Goodyear, you’ll find plenty of national chains next to craft breweries and unique local ice cream spots.

Ready to shop till you drop? While shopping in Goodyear, you don’t have to look far to find a shopping mall or national retail store to find whatever you need. There are plenty of small boutiques as well as large department stores to check out. Goodyear has you taken care of, from fashion to food and from auto shops to flower shops. You can find big city comfort right in Goodyear without having to travel outside the city limits.

Looking for something unique and one of a kind to do while visiting Goodyear? Check out The Bible Museum or maybe the Estrella Star Tower! There is also a trampoline park and plenty of horseback riding tours that take you through some of the prettiest Arizona landscapes. With such a variety of things to do, Goodyear is a great place for individuals and families of any size. 

Come Check it Out!

You can see why Goodyear is such a great place to live. Living with big city comforts without having to be in the heart of downtown is a huge benefit. Between the shopping, dining, and outdoor activities, you’ll never run out of things to do in Goodyear. Enjoy the Sierra Estrella Mountains or take a ride through the Sonoran Desert and find yourself in Goodyear, the city that is geared for growth!