What Is Central Phoenix? Understanding Its Neighborhoods and Distinct Areas
Ask five people to draw a line around “Central Phoenix” and you'll get five different maps. Some will include Arcadia. Others will insist Arcadia is its own thing, closer to Scottsdale in feel than to downtown. A few will stop at 7th Street and 7th Avenue and call everything past that something else
Are Sellers More Willing to Negotiate in the Fall?
Short answer: yes — and in the Phoenix area right now, more so than usual. But “more willing to negotiate” doesn't mean every seller rolls over. Here's what's actually driving fall negotiating power, and how to use it. Why Fall Changes the Equation Nationally, real estate activity has a predictable
Should You Buy This Fall — Or Wait Until 2027?
If you're weighing whether to buy in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, or Northern Pinal County this fall — or hold off until 2027 hoping for a better deal — you deserve a straight answer, not a sales pitch. Let's walk through what's actually happening in the Valley right now, wha
What Homebuyers Get for Their Budget in 2026 | Sellers: What to Watch this Summer
The Greater Phoenix market is giving buyers more options in 2026, with larger homes available across different budget ranges and more negotiating room in lower price points, while sellers are navigating longer marketing times and a slower summer market. Take a read, and see what our smart economists
Will Home Prices Crash in Phoenix?
No credible forecaster is calling for a 2008-style crash in Phoenix. Foreclosures sit around 1% of Maricopa County homes today, versus tens of thousands during the 2008 crisis. More than 90% of homeowners have positive equity, lending standards are tight, and the job market remains strong. Prices ar
Do I Need a Realtor to Buy or Sell a House?
You're not legally required to use a Realtor to buy or sell, but most people still do. Since the 2024 NAR settlement, buyers must sign a written agreement stating their agent's compensation before touring homes, and that compensation is no longer advertised on the MLS. Sellers still typically cover
How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Phoenix?
Selling a home in Phoenix typically costs 6% to 9% of the sale price once everything is added up. Agent compensation runs about 5.5% to 5.8%, split between listing and buyer's agents. Title, escrow, and recording fees add another $2,000 to $3,800. Optional buyer concessions can add roughly 2% more.
What's the Median Home Price in Phoenix Right Now?
Phoenix's median home sale price sits around $455,000, up about 1% from a year ago — essentially flat, not a big jump. Zillow's broader average value is $410,222, down 2.1% year over year. The gap between those numbers comes down to methodology, not two different markets. Either way, price growth ha
Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Phoenix? Here's What the Data Shows
Yes, with caveats. Phoenix home prices are flat to slightly down — the average sits at $410,222, down 2.1% year over year. Median sale price is near $458,000. Most forecasts call for 2-4% appreciation through the rest of 2026, not a crash or a rebound. Buyers have real room to negotiate right now. H