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Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ
Current Resident: Moved here 12 years ago from Florida very happy its become a lot more diverse. it's one of the best neighborhoods in the Phoenix area. only 12 mins from the airport, 15 mins from downtown. located near I-10 and 202 so easy to get across town from here. My son has been going to school here since kindergarten now he's in high school -very good schools! lots of shopping close by: JC Penny, Kohls, Ross, Marshalls, Burlington, Target, 2 Goodwill stores, and so much more. very safe here compared to the rest of Phoenix. Several parks and hiking trails. Pecos community park has a very nice pool with slides and they have a shaded area with a ramada that you can reserve for a party free of charge. We have a seniors community center they also have a pool. Ahwatukee has a free shuttle that has a good route to get you around in Ahwatukee. The rent has gone up it used to be more affordable when I moved here. Other than that I highly recommend it for raising your children in a decent neighborhood.... Read 76 reviews
Population 78,142
#1 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ,
76 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Moved here 12 years ago from Florida very happy its become a lot more diverse. it's one of the best neighborhoods in the Phoenix area. only 12 mins from the airport, 15 mins from downtown. located....
Moved here 12 years ago from Florida very happy its become a lot more diverse. it's one of the best neighborhoods in the Phoenix area. only 12 mins from the airport, 15 mins from downtown. located....
Read 76 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 78,142,
Suburb of Phoenix, AZ
Current Resident: My husband and I grew up here. Gilbert is a clean city with clean people. I have read comments about a lack of diversity and complaints about those that are Mormon. Gilbert is known for being a wonderful place to live. That obviously has to do with the residents! Why not get to know the people that live here instead of judging everyone? FYI, there are double the amount of Catholics in Gilbert than Mormons, and other Christian religions are a higher percentage than Mormons too. The Mormons are just actively involved in their religion and their communities. That is a great thing for a city! The reason I did not give my rating five stars is because Gilbert has changed too much! There used to be open space and beautiful farm fields. Now there are ugly apartment complexes on every corner and too many people have moved here from other states. We do not want our community inundated with Californians. The reason why Gilbert was so special is being changed by outsiders.... Read 1,218 reviews
Population 262,249
#2 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
Suburb of Phoenix, AZ,
1218 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says My husband and I grew up here. Gilbert is a clean city with clean people. I have read comments about a lack of diversity and complaints about those that are Mormon. Gilbert is known for being a....
My husband and I grew up here. Gilbert is a clean city with clean people. I have read comments about a lack of diversity and complaints about those that are Mormon. Gilbert is known for being a....
Read 1218 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 262,249,
Population 39,198
#3 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
Population: 39,198,
Jefferson Preparatory High School
Choice Academies, AZ•
9-12
Bullis School
Private School•
POTOMAC, MD•
K-12
Sora Schools
Online School•
ATLANTA, GA•
6-12
Current Resident: I have lived in chandler almost 14 years and I love it! Chandler is such a caring community and truly does for the people. The lifestyle, environment, and citizens in Chandler really build onto the strong city in our community. Not only are a schools A+ and #1 for Football (Go Wolves 4-Peat), but so much support and love from the community truly makes it happen. I honestly am going to live in Arizona my whole life and I wouldn't want to live in any other city than Chandler. Uptown and Downtown Chandler have some of the best hot-spots like restaurants, bars, and awesome hangout places. Chandler is such a pretty city that I love living in!... Read 996 reviews
Population 272,439
#4 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
996 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in chandler almost 14 years and I love it! Chandler is such a caring community and truly does for the people. The lifestyle, environment, and citizens in Chandler really build onto the....
I have lived in chandler almost 14 years and I love it! Chandler is such a caring community and truly does for the people. The lifestyle, environment, and citizens in Chandler really build onto the....
Read 996 reviews.
Population: 272,439,
Current Resident: I believe Litchfield Park provides a safe and cozy space to call home. I moved to the area with my parents in the fall of 2022 and fell in love with the warm welcoming environment of the suburb and it's beautiful scenery. Each neighborhood is carefully crafted and taken care of, looking fresh and clean at all times. It is refreshing for an Arizona suburb, Litchfield Park has so much to offer for people of all ages from easily accessible and safe walkways to parks, restaurants and cafes!... Read 81 reviews
Population 6,656
#5 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
81 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I believe Litchfield Park provides a safe and cozy space to call home. I moved to the area with my parents in the fall of 2022 and fell in love with the warm welcoming environment of the suburb and....
I believe Litchfield Park provides a safe and cozy space to call home. I moved to the area with my parents in the fall of 2022 and fell in love with the warm welcoming environment of the suburb and....
Read 81 reviews.
Population: 6,656,
Former Resident: North Gateway was one of the best places i’ve lived. The schools fall under the Deer Valley Unified School District, one of the best school districts in the North Valley. There are a multitude of walking trails and outdoor activities for the residents as well. North Gateway is still developing so in the coming years the nightlife will get more options.... Read 1 review
Population 10,345
#6 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says North Gateway was one of the best places i’ve lived. The schools fall under the Deer Valley Unified School District, one of the best school districts in the North Valley. There are a multitude of....
North Gateway was one of the best places i’ve lived. The schools fall under the Deer Valley Unified School District, one of the best school districts in the North Valley. There are a multitude of....
Read 1 reviews.
Population: 10,345,
Current Resident: Paradise Valley is a relatively ambiguous and diverse suburb in the greater Phoenix Metropolitan area- there is a vast array of people who live here, from the wealthiest of Arizona, to the industrial workers. Overall, living in Paradise Valley never fails to excite me, there is always a nice restaurant to go out with friends with, or a shopping mall nearby to go visit. Regardless of Arizona’s seemingly arid climate, Paradise Valley is one of the few areas in the Valley that has luscious green grass and sweet little ponds.... Read 12 reviews
Population 12,666
#7 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Paradise Valley is a relatively ambiguous and diverse suburb in the greater Phoenix Metropolitan area- there is a vast array of people who live here, from the wealthiest of Arizona, to the industrial....
Paradise Valley is a relatively ambiguous and diverse suburb in the greater Phoenix Metropolitan area- there is a vast array of people who live here, from the wealthiest of Arizona, to the industrial....
Read 12 reviews.
Population: 12,666,
Current Resident: I admittedly live in one of the richest neighborhoods in Phoenix, Arizona. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. It’s large and full of kind people.... Read 13 reviews
Population 169,805
#8 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
13 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I admittedly live in one of the richest neighborhoods in Phoenix, Arizona. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. It’s large and full of kind people..
I admittedly live in one of the richest neighborhoods in Phoenix, Arizona. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. It’s large and full of kind people..
Read 13 reviews.
Population: 169,805,
Current Resident: Queen Creek is an amazing town full of wonderful country community. This area is a great combination of rising small town businesses and old town fields and farming. It has a great access to the San Tan Mountains for hiking, but also connections to the busier towns like Gilbert and Chandler. If someone is looking for a place to settle in Arizona, Queen Creek is definitely the place to go!... Read 243 reviews
Population 57,728
#9 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
243 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Queen Creek is an amazing town full of wonderful country community. This area is a great combination of rising small town businesses and old town fields and farming. It has a great access to the San....
Queen Creek is an amazing town full of wonderful country community. This area is a great combination of rising small town businesses and old town fields and farming. It has a great access to the San....
Read 243 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 57,728,
Current Resident: I love living in Anthem as it is a very family oriented and child friendly community and environment. There a lots of pocket parks easily accessible from just about any neighborhood, walking and biking trails, community center with exercise area, rock wall, pool and kids water park, splash pads in the community and a lot of local resources that make it easy to live, work and play without having to travel far. It is a well maintained community that is very aesthetically pleasing as well. We love living here!... Read 103 reviews
Population 22,750
#10 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
103 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love living in Anthem as it is a very family oriented and child friendly community and environment. There a lots of pocket parks easily accessible from just about any neighborhood, walking and....
I love living in Anthem as it is a very family oriented and child friendly community and environment. There a lots of pocket parks easily accessible from just about any neighborhood, walking and....
Read 103 reviews.
Population: 22,750,
Current Resident: A wonderful Community! Very Friendly and inviting. Many hiking trails and parks. Schools are great and plenty of shopping nearby.... Read 15 reviews
Population 161,038
#12 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
15 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says A wonderful Community! Very Friendly and inviting. Many hiking trails and parks. Schools are great and plenty of shopping nearby..
A wonderful Community! Very Friendly and inviting. Many hiking trails and parks. Schools are great and plenty of shopping nearby..
Read 15 reviews.
Population: 161,038,
Current Resident: Paradise found living in Fountain Hills! Just driving around town lifts your spirits. Beautiful scenery, walking the lake, great hiking, and the friendliest people! Away from traffic and the best shopping just a 15-minute drive away! Wish I had discovered it earlier!... Read 57 reviews
Population 23,639
#13 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
57 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Paradise found living in Fountain Hills! Just driving around town lifts your spirits. Beautiful scenery, walking the lake, great hiking, and the friendliest people! Away from traffic and the best....
Paradise found living in Fountain Hills! Just driving around town lifts your spirits. Beautiful scenery, walking the lake, great hiking, and the friendliest people! Away from traffic and the best....
Read 57 reviews.
Population: 23,639,
Current Resident: I love my area. I feel way safer than the middle of phoenix. The water also tastes way better too. I live in a gated community. So it is safer that way too. But there not a lot of homeless or druggies. I would recommend this area to everyone. I always see family's doing bike rides and lots of people doing their daily walks. And very dog friendly.... Read 7 reviews
Population 177,174
#14 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love my area. I feel way safer than the middle of phoenix. The water also tastes way better too. I live in a gated community. So it is safer that way too. But there not a lot of homeless or....
I love my area. I feel way safer than the middle of phoenix. The water also tastes way better too. I live in a gated community. So it is safer that way too. But there not a lot of homeless or....
Read 7 reviews.
Population: 177,174,
Current Resident: Peoria is a peaceful and quiet suburb just north of Phoenix. Peoria is an excellent place to raise a family and the education in Peoria is one of the best in Arizona! Outside of that, Peoria also has a lot of things to do and amazing restaurants to try out! Some of the note worthy places to check out in Peoria would have to be Lake Pleasent and Rio Vista park, which is located just off of Thunderbird and the 101 on the West side of town. Peoria is not too far away from central Phoenix and is a great place for those to get property in a safe suburban neighborhood without being too far away from work!... Read 653 reviews
Population 187,733
#15 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
653 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Peoria is a peaceful and quiet suburb just north of Phoenix. Peoria is an excellent place to raise a family and the education in Peoria is one of the best in Arizona! Outside of that, Peoria also has....
Peoria is a peaceful and quiet suburb just north of Phoenix. Peoria is an excellent place to raise a family and the education in Peoria is one of the best in Arizona! Outside of that, Peoria also has....
Read 653 reviews.
Population: 187,733,
Current Resident: I love living in Camelback East! We are close to restaurants, grocery stores, and the Dreamy Draw recreation area. Camelback East is a quieter, older Phoenix neighborhood that is close enough to downtown to have easy access to Phoenix's finest restaurants, sporting arenas, and entertainment.... Read 7 reviews
Population 137,839
#16 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love living in Camelback East! We are close to restaurants, grocery stores, and the Dreamy Draw recreation area. Camelback East is a quieter, older Phoenix neighborhood that is close enough to....
I love living in Camelback East! We are close to restaurants, grocery stores, and the Dreamy Draw recreation area. Camelback East is a quieter, older Phoenix neighborhood that is close enough to....
Population: 137,839,
Nearby Resident: I am a current resident near Cave Creek, Arizona. I have been living in the area for the past eight years and I absolutely love it! There are many activities and options to explore in town, relating to history of the location to beautiful views toward the mountains. From off-roading and horse-back riding to enjoying the sunset, this town has incredible opportunities for anyone interested in appreciating nature and the beauty of Arizona. I really have nothing to improve or complain about since I feel blessed to be living near a friendly area that incorporates the interest of every individual. It is a wonderful area to raise a family or to settle down. Needless to say, Cave Creek is the place to be!... Read 44 reviews
Population 4,933
#17 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
44 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Nearby Resident says I am a current resident near Cave Creek, Arizona. I have been living in the area for the past eight years and I absolutely love it! There are many activities and options to explore in town, relating....
I am a current resident near Cave Creek, Arizona. I have been living in the area for the past eight years and I absolutely love it! There are many activities and options to explore in town, relating....
Read 44 reviews.
Population: 4,933,
Current Resident: New River is a great area with plenty of open space. It is far away from major roads, so there is not loud street noise. Neighbors are friendly but large areas of land mean that you aren't exactly close to them. The downside about living in New River is the commute. Because the area is so secluded, it is a bit of a drive to any area of significance. If you like being out of the hustle and bustle of the city and like your privacy or seclusion then New River might be right for you. As long as you can live with commuting to work, and wherever else you may need to go than living in New Rivers quite, safe and open area is perfect for you.... Read 12 reviews
Population 17,731
#18 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
12 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says New River is a great area with plenty of open space. It is far away from major roads, so there is not loud street noise. Neighbors are friendly but large areas of land mean that you aren't exactly....
New River is a great area with plenty of open space. It is far away from major roads, so there is not loud street noise. Neighbors are friendly but large areas of land mean that you aren't exactly....
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 17,731,
Current Resident: Goodyear is a fantastic place to live! The schools are great, the neighborhoods are true communities, and there are loads of development opportunities. Goodyear is the epitome of the suburbs, but only a short drive away from the mountains and the city.... Read 342 reviews
Population 93,651
#21 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
342 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Goodyear is a fantastic place to live! The schools are great, the neighborhoods are true communities, and there are loads of development opportunities. Goodyear is the epitome of the suburbs, but....
Goodyear is a fantastic place to live! The schools are great, the neighborhoods are true communities, and there are loads of development opportunities. Goodyear is the epitome of the suburbs, but....
Read 342 reviews.
Population: 93,651,
Current Resident: Interesting, bustling, safe area. Lots of homeless people. I have 2 grocery stores within walking distance. Wish there were more places open past 9pm-11pm. 20 minutes to ASU. I immediately liked this area when I first saw it. This is one of the few areas in Phoenix where all the buildings are NOT a different shade of brown. We have pink buildings, purple buildings, blue buildings, green buildings, murals, palm trees, and even an artificial forest. Can see the mountains from any street in any direction. Bike friendly. Young professionals.... Read 3 reviews
Population 54,980
#22 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Interesting, bustling, safe area. Lots of homeless people. I have 2 grocery stores within walking distance. Wish there were more places open past 9pm-11pm. 20 minutes to ASU. I immediately liked this area when I first saw it. This is one of the few areas in Phoenix where all the buildings are NOT a different shade of brown. We have pink buildings, purple buildings, blue....
Interesting, bustling, safe area. Lots of homeless people. I have 2 grocery stores within walking distance. Wish there were more places open past 9pm-11pm. 20 minutes to ASU. I immediately liked this area when I first saw it. This is one of the few areas in Phoenix where all the buildings are NOT a different shade of brown. We have pink buildings, purple buildings, blue....
Read 3 reviews.
Population: 54,980,
City in Arizona
Current Resident: I really like how Phoenix has beautiful mountains, cactuses, but most importantly, sun. You can get enough Vitamin D at Phoenix, for free! While there have been dust storms and flash floods(very occasionally), Phoenix doesn't have any natural disasters(touchwood). I feel like it would be nice if Phoenix could have more diverse restaurants with authentic food, as many authentic restaurants tend to be far away.... Read 1,956 reviews
Population 1,591,119
#23 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
City in Arizona,
1956 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I really like how Phoenix has beautiful mountains, cactuses, but most importantly, sun. You can get enough Vitamin D at Phoenix, for free! While there have been dust storms and flash floods(very....
I really like how Phoenix has beautiful mountains, cactuses, but most importantly, sun. You can get enough Vitamin D at Phoenix, for free! While there have been dust storms and flash floods(very....
Read 1956 reviews.
Population: 1,591,119,
Current Resident: I grew up in nearby Litchfield Park in the 80's/90's and had a few friends from the Clearwater Farms neighborhood in Citrus Park. I absolutely fell in love with the area and the rural lifestyle so when it came time to buy a place of my own and raise a family this is where we laid our roots. The homes are all unique and the streets are pedestrian and horse friendly. Our neighbors are true friends, supportive and vigilant. It's more than community it's a bond, like family we really watch out for each other out here. It has been amazing to raise children and teach them to grown their own food and raise their own livestock. The irrigation makes for big trees and green grass so it just has a different feel out here. The area around us is starting to grow rapidly. Developers have bought out the farm lands and are building high density tracts that are in stark contrast to the existing area, the orchards are all but disappeared but overall my experience here has been excellent.... Read 7 reviews
Population 5,640
#24 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I grew up in nearby Litchfield Park in the 80's/90's and had a few friends from the Clearwater Farms neighborhood in Citrus Park. I absolutely fell in love with the area and the rural lifestyle so....
I grew up in nearby Litchfield Park in the 80's/90's and had a few friends from the Clearwater Farms neighborhood in Citrus Park. I absolutely fell in love with the area and the rural lifestyle so....
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 5,640,
Current Resident: It's peaceful, beautiful, with a little bit of wild and natural beauty of the desert. Everything you need in close proximity, but yet still far enough where you feel like your out the "city".... Read 5 reviews
Population 3,642
#25 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It's peaceful, beautiful, with a little bit of wild and natural beauty of the desert. Everything you need in close proximity, but yet still far enough where you feel like your out the "city"..
It's peaceful, beautiful, with a little bit of wild and natural beauty of the desert. Everything you need in close proximity, but yet still far enough where you feel like your out the "city"..
Read 5 reviews.
Population: 3,642,
Population 120,837
#26 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Population: 120,837,
Current Resident: Since living in surprise since 2004, I have seen this city grow and develop before my eyes. There has been constant improvements and new developments everywhere. There are public and charter schools and they have great programs. Surprise is a great place for you to raise your family because there are many things to do and nothing is too far away!... Read 521 reviews
Population 141,875
#27 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
521 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Since living in surprise since 2004, I have seen this city grow and develop before my eyes. There has been constant improvements and new developments everywhere. There are public and charter schools....
Since living in surprise since 2004, I have seen this city grow and develop before my eyes. There has been constant improvements and new developments everywhere. There are public and charter schools....
Read 521 reviews.
Population: 141,875,
Current Resident: Laveen has more of a sense of community than anywhere I’ve lived before. Close to downtown Phoenix, but also close to orchards, mountains, and farmland! There is some crime on the side by South Phoenix, but we’re working with local officials to end it.... Read 92 reviews
Population 36,730
#28 Best Places to Raise a Family in Phoenix Area.
92 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Laveen has more of a sense of community than anywhere I’ve lived before. Close to downtown Phoenix, but also close to orchards, mountains, and farmland! There is some crime on the side by South....
Laveen has more of a sense of community than anywhere I’ve lived before. Close to downtown Phoenix, but also close to orchards, mountains, and farmland! There is some crime on the side by South....
Read 92 reviews.
Population: 36,730,
Echo Canyon K-8
Scottsdale Unified School District, AZ•
PK, K-8
ASU Preparatory Academy-Polytechnic Elementary School
Public School•
MESA, AZ•
K-4
Maricopa Institute of Technology (MIT)
Riverside Elementary School District, AZ•
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