Living in Anthem, Arizona
Anthem is an unincorporated master-planned community in north central Maricopa County, set along Interstate 17 at the northern edge of the greater Phoenix area. The community was laid out as a whole, with neighborhoods, parks and a commercial area planned together, and it is organized around a large central park with a lake and a community center.
That planned layout is what Anthem is known for. Parks and community facilities were part of the original design rather than added later, which gives the area a consistent look from one neighborhood to the next.
What Is There to Do in Anthem?
Anthem Community Park
Anthem Community Park sits at the center of the community and serves as its main gathering place. The park includes catch-and-release fishing lakes and is home to the Daisy Mountain Railroad, a small-gauge train that runs through the park. The park is open daily from early morning into the evening.
Community Center and Recreation
The Anthem Community Center sits alongside the community park and serves as the hub for recreation programs and community services. The Anthem Community Council, which oversees the center, also maintains the community's parks.
Shopping Along Anthem Way
The outlet shopping center along Anthem Way, just off I-17, brings name-brand outlet stores to the area.
What Is It Like to Live in Anthem?
Day-to-day life in Anthem centers on its planned parks and community facilities. The central park and community center sit within the community itself, and the outlet shopping area sits at the freeway interchange rather than in the middle of residential streets. The result is a community where recreation is part of the layout instead of a drive away.
Anthem's neighborhoods share that planned design while varying in setting and home size. To see what that looks like on the ground, browse Anthem homes for sale.
Getting Around Anthem
Interstate 17 runs along the western side of Anthem and is the community's main connection south to Phoenix and north toward the high country. The Anthem Way interchange is the main entry point from the freeway. A car is the practical way to reach the rest of the metro.
Anthem Real Estate
Homes in Anthem are primarily detached homes in planned neighborhoods, with sizes and lot layouts that vary from one neighborhood to the next. Because Anthem was built as a single master plan, much of the housing shares a coordinated look while offering different settings, from homes near the community park to homes at the edges of the community.
Community associations play a role in Anthem, so association details are worth reviewing for any specific listing. To start exploring, search Anthem homes for sale with CENTURY 21 Arizona Foothills.
Schools in Anthem
Anthem is served by Deer Valley Unified School District, which operates Anthem School within the community. Confirm school assignments for any specific address.
Connect With an Agent in Anthem
Every Anthem property comes with its own details, from community association rules and fees to utility setup. An agent from the Arizona Foothills Scottsdale office can walk through what matters for any home you are considering. Call 480-889-2151 to start.
Anthem, AZ FAQ
No. Anthem is an unincorporated master-planned community in north central Maricopa County.
Anthem sits along Interstate 17 at the northern edge of the greater Phoenix area.
The park has catch-and-release fishing lakes and the Daisy Mountain Railroad, and the Anthem Community Center sits alongside it.
Yes. An outlet shopping center sits along Anthem Way just off I-17.
Anthem is served by Deer Valley Unified School District. Confirm assignments for a specific address.
The Scottsdale office serves Anthem and the North Valley. Reach the office at 480-889-2151.
Anthem brings parks, trails and everyday services together in one planned community along I-17. Start by exploring Anthem homes for sale, then compare nearby North Valley markets in the Cave Creek community guide and the Carefree community guide. Relocating from another state? The guide to moving to Arizona covers the basics. Create a free account to save searches and get new listing alerts, or call the Scottsdale office at 480-889-2151 for local knowledge and personal attention.
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