Goodyear Arizona Real Estate

Location: About 17 miles west of downtown Phoenix. East of Buckeye and west of Avondale AZ. Population: 59,436 (2008) Quick Overview: Home of Estrella Mountain Ranch one of area's thriving master-planned communities. Homes in Goodyear are among the most affordable in the Greater Phoenix area.

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Life in Goodyear Arizona.

Just 17 miles from Downtown Phoenix, Goodyear in one of America's fastest growing cities in one of the fastest growing counties, Maricopa County which is commonly referred to as the Valley of the Sun. Nestled near the base of the scenic Estrella Mountains, Goodyear not only boasts of some of the newest homes in the Phoenix area, but some of the most affordable.

Real estate in Goodyear is booming primarily because of home affordability and quality of family lifestyle. This is true suburban living with scenic mountain views, open spaces, golf courses, lakes, hiking trails and parks. Goodyear real estate offers the benefits of small community living yet is only about a 20 minute drive from Phoenix, the nation's fifth largest city.

There is a dream home in Goodyear for every desire and budget with master-planned communities that satisfies the needs of singles, young families and those seeking an ideal retirement location. Estrella Mountain Ranch is an example of one of Goodyear's master-planned communities. The approximate population of Goodyear is about 49,000 residents which represents a growth of over 600% from 1990 through 2006. And with 85% of its 115 square miles of land still available for development, Goodyear AZ has a lot of room to grow.

A Quick History.

Goodyear was founded in 1916 by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company as an ideal cotton growing environment which it used in tire manufacturing. In those days the area was a rural agricultural area. The city of Goodyear AZ was incorporated in 1946. Today it is a vibrant suburban community of Phoenix Arizona.

Amenities and Recreation.

Goodyear is a self-contained community with great shopping, school systems, fine dining and recreation. Goodyear is home to eleven of its own lush golf course with over 200 more choices in the Greater Phoenix area. Over 100 miles of bike paths and hiking trails await you at Estrella Mountain Regional Park and White Tanks Regional Park, real estate in Goodyear is the perfect spot for those that love outdoor recreation.

Nearby Glendale is home to the NFL Arizona Cardinals and the NHL Phoenix Coyotes. A short distance away in Phoenix you'll find the MLB Arizona Diamondbacks and the NBA Phoenix Suns. The entire area is home of the Cactus Spring Training League which includes many Major League Baseball teams. Goodyear Arizona is a mecca for the sports enthusiast.

Goodyear Connections.

City of Goodyear
Southwest Valley Chamber
Goodyear Schools
Estrella Mountain Park
White Tank Mountain Park
Estrella Mountain Community College

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