Alta Mira Homes For Sale In Tempe

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Alta Mira is an established single-family neighborhood in south Tempe, near McClintock Drive and Warner Road just off the Loop 101. Built mostly from the early 1980s into the 1990s, it holds around 358 homes on genuinely large lots, many with pools, in a quiet, settled setting. Because it pairs roomy lots and mature landscaping with top south Tempe schools and quick freeway access, Alta Mira draws families and long-term owners who want space and a great location close to ASU and the Price Road corridor.

If you want an established home on a big lot in south Tempe, Alta Mira is worth a close look.

What Homes Cost in Alta Mira

Alta Mira is a solid south Tempe market. Because it’s a small neighborhood with only a handful of sales each year, prices are best read as a range: recent activity has generally run from about $630,000 to $815,000, with a median around the $640,000s to $780,000s and larger, updated homes on the biggest lots reaching higher. So ask for the latest sold and active listings when you’re ready to focus on a specific home.

Quick Fact	Alta Mira
Location	North Scottsdale, close to Loop 101 and the Scottsdale Airpark
Community Type	Established North Scottsdale single-family home community
Home Types	Single-family homes with three- to five-bedroom floor plans, two to four bathrooms, two- and three-car garages
Home Sizes	Approximately 1,800 to 3,500 square feet
Real Estate	Recent listings approximately $850,000 to $1.5 million
Resident Amenities	Quiet neighborhood streets, walking and biking paths, nearby parks and children's playgrounds
Golf Courses	TPC Scottsdale, Grayhawk, Kierland, Starfire, McDowell Mountain and Wildfire golf clubs
Shopping & Dining	Scottsdale Quarter, Kierland Commons, The Promenade Scottsdale, Desert Ridge Marketplace
School District	Scottsdale Unified School District or Paradise Valley Unified School District
Setting	Mature desert landscaping with mountain views from select homes
Lifestyle	McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Pinnacle Peak Park, Thompson Peak Park, WestWorld of Scottsdale nearby

Alta Mira at a Glance: Alta Mira is an established North Scottsdale community of spacious single-family homes with mature desert landscaping. It sits near Loop 101 and the Scottsdale Airpark with championship golf, shopping and hiking close by.

The Homes

Alta Mira is known for space and settled homes:

About 358 homes, mostly single-family, built from the early 1980s into the 1990s
Generally around 1,360 to 2,900 square feet, averaging near 2,400
Two to four bedrooms with two to three baths, many single-story
Large lots, averaging around a quarter acre, with a few near three-quarters of an acre

Who Built It

Because Alta Mira came together across the 1980s and early 1990s, its homes reflect the roomy, single-level designs of that era, and many owners have updated theirs since. So whether you want a move-in-ready home or one you can refresh to taste, you’ll find good options as listings come up.

HOA and What’s Included

Many of Alta Mira’s single-family homes sit in a non-HOA part of the neighborhood, which means no monthly association dues and more freedom with your property. That said, a separate attached-home pocket can carry dues, and rules vary by parcel, so confirm the HOA status, any dues, and what they cover for the specific home before you buy.

What’s in the Neighborhood

Space and location carry it:

Large lots, many with pools, in a quiet, established setting
A neighborhood park with a playground, courts, and picnic areas
Many single-family homes with no HOA
Quick access to the Loop 101, US 60, and I-10

Things to Do Nearby

Getting Outside

You can enjoy the neighborhood park close to home and reach Kiwanis Park, one of Tempe’s largest, with its lake and recreation, a short drive away. The ASU Research Park paths sit nearby too.

Golf

Several south Tempe and Ahwatukee courses, including Ken McDonald Golf Course, sit a short drive away, so golfers have good options close to home.

Shopping and Eating

Everyday shopping, dining, and groceries sit close along the Warner and McClintock corridors, with more options a short drive off along the Loop 101.

Schools

Alta Mira is served by well-regarded south Tempe schools: the Kyrene School District for elementary and middle, including Kyrene del Cielo Elementary and Aprende Middle, and the Tempe Union High School District, with Corona del Sol High School among the assigned options. Boundaries can vary by address, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific home if that matters to you.

Why People Like Living Here

People choose Alta Mira for the mix of large lots, established single-story homes, strong schools, and quick freeway access in south Tempe. Because it stays quiet and settled while keeping ASU, the Price Road employers, and the Loop 101 close, it appeals to families and long-term owners who want space and a central East Valley location.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alta Mira

1. What kinds of homes will I find in Alta Mira?

Mostly single-family homes built from the early 1980s into the 1990s, generally 1,360 to 2,900 square feet with two to four bedrooms. Many are single-story, and a large share have pools, so it suits buyers who want a settled, roomy home rather than new construction.

2. How big are the lots here?

Large. Lots average around a quarter acre, roughly 11,000 square feet, with about eight homes on lots near three-quarters of an acre. That extra space is a real draw compared with newer, tighter subdivisions.

3. Are the homes single-story, and how varied are they?

Many are single-story, which buyers here tend to like, though you’ll find some two-story homes too. Because the neighborhood built out over about a decade, floor plans and updates vary, so it helps to compare a few homes with a local agent.

4. Is Alta Mira gated, and does it have an HOA?

Alta Mira is an open, established neighborhood, and many of its single-family homes are in a non-HOA section, which means no monthly dues and more freedom with your property. A separate attached-home pocket can carry dues, so confirm the HOA status for the specific home.

5. What features do homes here tend to have?

Expect large lots, mature landscaping, and pools on a large share of homes, plus the roomy single-story layouts common to the era. The neighborhood also has its own park with a playground, courts, and picnic areas. Exact features vary by home, so tour a few to compare.

6 .What do homes cost in Alta Mira?

Because sales are few each year, prices read best as a range: recent activity has generally run from about $630,000 to $815,000, with larger, updated homes on the biggest lots reaching higher. Ask for the latest sold and active listings when you’re ready.

7. What are the ongoing costs of owning here?

For a non-HOA single-family home, plan for property taxes, insurance, and normal upkeep like landscaping and pool service, without monthly association dues. If a home is in the attached-home pocket, factor in its HOA. A local agent can help you estimate the full picture.

8. What should I check before buying an older home here?

Because these are 1980s and 1990s homes, review the roof, HVAC, plumbing, and pool, and weigh any updates a home still needs. A good inspection and a look at comparable updated homes help you judge value. A local agent can walk you through it.

9. Who is Alta Mira a good fit for?

Families and long-term owners who want space, a pool, strong schools, and an easy commute. The large lots, single-story homes, and Corona del Sol school boundary make it especially popular with buyers planning to stay a while.

10. How do I get started with The Holm Group?

Reach out to Andrew Holm and The Holm Group at 480-206-4265 and they’ll watch this south Tempe neighborhood for you and help you find the right home. They know Tempe and the East Valley well and are straightforward and easy to work with.

Learn More

Want to see more of Tempe? Have a look at our Tempe homes for sale page. And for city info and services, check the City of Tempe website.

Work With Andrew and The Holm Group

Thinking about buying or selling in Alta Mira or anywhere in Tempe? Andrew Holm and The Holm Group know this part of the Valley well, and they’re straightforward and easy to work with. Give Andrew a call at 480-206-4265 and he’ll gladly walk you through the right next step, with no pressure at all.