Orange Grove Heights Homes For Sale

Orange Grove Heights is a small, established pocket in the Arcadia area of Phoenix, in the green stretch below Camelback Mountain near the Arizona Canal. Like much of Arcadia, it grew out of the old citrus groves, and today it’s a family-friendly mix of original and rebuilt homes on grassy, flood-irrigated lots, with strong schools and a central location.

If you want a family home on an established Arcadia street, Orange Grove Heights is worth watching.

What Homes Cost in Orange Grove Heights

Prices track the wider Arcadia market, where the lot, the location, and whether a home is original or renovated matter most. Arcadia spans a broad range — from original homes ready for a remodel to fully rebuilt properties at the top end. It’s a small pocket, so ask for the latest sold prices when you’re ready to get specific.

Quick Fact	Orange Grove Heights
Location	Arcadia area of Phoenix, below Camelback Mountain near the canal
City	Phoenix
Home Styles	Original mid-century homes plus updated and rebuilt ones
Bedrooms	Often three to four in original homes; rebuilt homes go larger
Lot Sizes	Grassy, often irrigated lots with mature, shady trees
School District	Scottsdale Unified School District
Golf	Arizona Biltmore, Camelback Golf Club
Nearby	Camelback Mountain, Desert Botanical Garden, Papago Park, Phoenix Zoo

Orange Grove Heights at a Glance: Orange Grove Heights is a small established pocket in the Arcadia area of Phoenix, below Camelback Mountain near the Arizona Canal, on land that was formerly citrus groves. Housing mixes original mid-century homes with updated and fully rebuilt ones.

The Homes

Expect the classic Arcadia blend of old and new:

Original mid-century homes alongside updated and rebuilt ones
Grassy, often flood-irrigated lots with mature trees
A range of sizes, larger in the renovated homes — good for growing families
Styles from classic ranch to modern desert designs

Who Built It

This is an established Arcadia pocket, so homes come from a range of builders over the years, with lots of remodeling and rebuilding. If you want to update or build, Arcadia has plenty of experienced builders and architects.

What’s in the Neighborhood

The location carries it:

Grassy, irrigated lots and mature, shady trees
The Arizona Canal path nearby for walking and biking
Close to Camelback Mountain and Arcadia’s restaurants
An easy drive to the Biltmore, Old Town Scottsdale, and Sky Harbor

Things to Do Nearby

Getting Outside

Walk or bike the Arizona Canal, hike Camelback Mountain, and enjoy the Desert Botanical Garden, Papago Park, and the Phoenix Zoo close by.

Eating and Shopping

Arcadia’s food scene is right there, with Biltmore Fashion Park and Old Town Scottsdale a short drive.

Golf

The Arizona Biltmore, Camelback Golf Club, and the Arizona Country Club are all nearby.

Schools

Orange Grove Heights is served by the Scottsdale Unified School District, with well-regarded Arcadia-area schools nearby. Boundaries can vary by address, so confirm for a specific home if schools matter to you.

Why People Like Living Here

People choose this part of Arcadia for the grassy lots, the canal-path walks, the food, the schools, and the central location — plus the chance to buy an original home and remodel it, or start fresh, while keeping the long-term value that comes with the area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Orange Grove Heights

1. What schools serve Orange Grove Heights?

Orange Grove Heights is served by the Scottsdale Unified School District, with well-regarded Arcadia-area schools nearby. Confirm the assigned schools by address, since boundaries can vary.

2. Is Orange Grove Heights a good neighborhood for families?

Yes. Arcadia is a favorite with families for its grassy yards, walkable streets, strong schools, and central location close to parks and trails.

3. Are there parks and playgrounds nearby?

Yes — the Arizona Canal path is close for walks and rides, Camelback Mountain is nearby for hikes, and Papago Park (with the Desert Botanical Garden and Phoenix Zoo) is a short drive.

4. How quiet and safe do the streets feel for kids?

The interior Arcadia streets are calm and established, which is part of why families choose the area. Homes on busier perimeter roads are the exception, so location within the pocket matters.

5. Are the yards good for kids and pets?

Very — that’s an Arcadia signature. Many lots are grassy and flood-irrigated, so you get real lawn for kids and pets rather than gravel yards.

6. What’s the commute to work and school like?

Central. You’re close to the Biltmore and Arcadia’s schools, with an easy drive to Old Town Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix, and Sky Harbor airport.

7. What is there for kids and families to do nearby?

Plenty — hiking Camelback, biking the canal, the Desert Botanical Garden, Papago Park and the Phoenix Zoo, plus Arcadia’s restaurants and shopping.

8. Is Orange Grove Heights walkable or bikeable for families?

It’s one of the more walkable and bikeable parts of the Valley, especially along the canal path and the quiet interior streets, though a car is handy for most errands.

9. What sizes of homes are available for a growing family?

A range — original mid-century homes are often three to four bedrooms, while renovated and rebuilt homes go larger, so families of different sizes can find a fit.

10. How do I find a family home in Orange Grove Heights and get started?

Because it’s a small pocket with limited inventory, it helps to have someone watching it for you. Reach out to Andrew Holm and The Holm Group to get started.

Learn More

Comparing Arcadia pockets? Have a look at our Arcadia Place homes for sale page. And for city info and services, check the City of Phoenix website.

Internal link: theholmgroupaz.com/arcadia-place-homes-for-sale

External link: phoenix.gov (City of Phoenix)

Work With Andrew and The Holm Group

Thinking about buying or selling in Orange Grove Heights or anywhere in Arcadia? Andrew Holm and The Holm Group know this part of the Valley well, and they’re straightforward and easy to work with.