Chandler AZ Real Estate
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Started as a massive ranch in 1891, the city of Chandler, Arizona by 1913 had established itself as somewhat prosperous town. It weathered the Great Depression, but did suffer from a cotton crash shortly afterward. Things turned around during WWII, with the establishment of Williams Air Force Base. By the 1950s the town was still somewhat limited in size, but the growth of Phoenix and the surrounding metropolitan areas led to the development of the agricultural region into various bedroom communities - of which Chandler is one.
Interestingly enough, the city's economy was based for a significant period of time on the ostrich farms that filled the area. These supplied feathers for women's hats, but the demand dwindled with the introduction of the automobile (and the effects of rushing wind on feathered head gear). Though the industry no longer exists in the city, there is an annual Ostrich Festival which brings thousands of visitors to the city.
The Chandler Parks Division was recognized for its massive efforts to protect the 250 native trees of the area, and the Chandler's Community Services Department was the recipient of three Arizona Parks and Recreation Association awards in 2009. The Hamilton Aquatic Center was also acknowledged as one of the Best Kids Water Parks by the Arizona Republic Reader's Choice Awards.
Chandler, AZ Real Estate Analysis and Demographics
The arrival of the communications and electronics industries has established the city as a bedroom community for businesses like Intel, Motorola, and more. Today, the population stands at roughly 247,000 with a density of around 5,000 people per square mile. This is broken down into 69% white non-Hispanic, 21% Hispanic, 3.5 % African American, 2% Native American, and 2% Asian.
The city is served by the Chandler Unified School District, which is comprised of roughly 20 different elementary through high schools. There are also several private schools, and colleges. The city has a significantly higher proportion of residents with Bachelor's and Master's degrees than the state average as well.
The median household income is higher than the state average, and is nearly $70,000. The average median house or condo cost $278,000, which is also higher than the state average as well. The current median rent is around $1,000. Roughly 43% of the population is Catholic, 13% belongs to the Mormon Church, and 6.5% to the Southern Baptist Convention.
There is a reasonable amount of real estate for sale in Chandler, AZ and this can be seen in the increasing number of sales and purchase loans occurring in the city. The trend is distinctly upward, and indicative of the fact that the markets are returning to stable conditions.
Prices of homes for sale in Chandler, AZ average at $336,000 for detached houses and $218,000 for townhouses. This is a bit different from the median values, but reflects the increasing influx of corporate development and staff.
Things to Do in Chandler, Arizona
As already mentioned, there are plenty of things to do in Chandler, Arizona including the annual Ostrich Festival which takes place every March. This is full of Ostrich races, food, arts and crafts, and even a parade.
The Chandler Fashion Center is also an extremely popular destination. It is an upscale shopping destination full of shopping and dining options. The Chandler Jazz Festival is a free event that occurs in the heart of the city and features well-known performers. There is also the Chandler Public Library, which is a massive venture with over 300,000 volumes and an audio/visual library too.
The city of Chandler also has nine public parks, and many different museums. The Arizona Railway Museum, the Chandler Museum, and the Childrens Museum of Chandler are all very popular destinations. The Historic Downtown area also offers many wonderful shops and restaurants. One of its prize jewels is the Historic McCullough-Price House which is on the National Register of Historic Places. Chandler is also home to several water parks and top-notch golf courses, including the Golf Course at Bear Creek. The city is home to the world-famous Heart Attack Grill, which serves some of the most controversial and high-calorie food in the country.
Clearly, there is plenty to see and do in the city. The presence of computer and communications companies means that the city is positioned to continue on its current course of positive growth. Because of this it is a good choice for those needing to relocate to the Phoenix metropolitan area. There are many opportunities for short sales as well and even some foreclosures on real estate in Chandler, AZ too.
Your best approach is to contact an experienced realtor, and The Holm Group will be able to help you find the exact property you seek. Search homes for sale in Chandler AZ here, call 480-206-4265 or fill out the form below.
