Living in Avondale
Avondale sits in the West Valley of the greater Phoenix area, near the point where the Agua Fria, Gila and Salt rivers come together. The city grew from a stagecoach stop called Coldwater, set near the Agua Fria River crossing on the route between Tucson and northern Arizona and California. The post office later took the name of nearby Avondale Ranch, and the town that grew around it was built on ranching, the railroad and cotton farming. Today Avondale pairs that history with a modern city of planned neighborhoods, a major motorsports venue and easy access to the rest of the Valley.
CENTURY 21 Arizona Foothills works with clients across Avondale and the West Valley, bringing local knowledge and personal attention to every purchase, sale and relocation.
What Is There to Do in Avondale?
Phoenix Raceway
Phoenix Raceway, a one-mile oval in Avondale, has been a motorsports venue for decades and hosts NASCAR race weekends along with other events through the year, drawing visitors from across the region.
Historic Western Avenue
The Old Town area along Western Avenue preserves Avondale's historic business district, where buildings reflect the mix of styles typical of small Western towns. The corridor remains home to small, independent businesses, and the Avondale Public Library sits on Western Avenue.
Tres Rios and Estrella Mountain Regional Park
The name Tres Rios, Spanish for "three rivers," refers to the meeting of the Salt, Gila and Agua Fria rivers near Avondale Boulevard, an area of river corridor and wetlands on the city's southern edge. Just beyond, Estrella Mountain Regional Park, a Maricopa County park adjacent to Avondale and Goodyear, offers desert trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.
What Is It Like to Live in Avondale?
Avondale combines an older core with newer development. Around Western Avenue, the street grid and storefronts reflect the city's early years, while much of the rest of Avondale is made up of planned residential neighborhoods with parks, schools and shopping centers along the main arterials. To the south, the river corridors and the Estrella Mountains give the city an open, natural edge. Everyday errands, dining and services are spread across the city, and the freeway system puts the rest of the Valley within reach.
Getting Around Avondale
Interstate 10 runs east and west through Avondale, connecting the city with Goodyear to the west and central Phoenix to the east. Loop 101, the Agua Fria Freeway, runs north from the Avondale area and links the city with Glendale and Peoria. Avondale Boulevard serves as a main north and south route through the city toward Phoenix Raceway and the Tres Rios area.
Avondale Real Estate
Avondale's housing includes older homes near the historic core along Western Avenue and a wide range of planned neighborhoods across the rest of the city, many with community parks and shared amenities. Most homes are detached houses on suburban lots, with townhomes and apartments closer to the main corridors. Browse current Avondale homes for sale to see what is available, or compare newer builds across the region in new-construction homes in Greater Phoenix.
Schools in Avondale
Public schools in Avondale include campuses in the Avondale Elementary School District and the Littleton Elementary School District, with high schools in the Agua Fria Union High School District. Assigned schools depend on the address, so confirm boundaries for any specific property.
Connect With an Agent in Avondale
Every property in Avondale comes with its own details, from HOA rules in planned neighborhoods to utility setup. An agent from the CENTURY 21 Arizona Foothills Peoria office can walk through what matters for any listing. Call 623-322-3311 to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions About Avondale
Avondale is in Maricopa County in the West Valley of the greater Phoenix area, near the confluence of the Agua Fria, Gila and Salt rivers.
The area began as the Coldwater stage stop near the Agua Fria River. The post office later moved near Avondale Ranch, and the community took the Avondale name.
Phoenix Raceway is a one-mile oval motorsports track in Avondale that hosts NASCAR race weekends and other events.
Tres Rios means "three rivers" and refers to the area near Avondale Boulevard where the Salt, Gila and Agua Fria rivers join.
Avondale Elementary School District, Littleton Elementary School District and Agua Fria Union High School District serve parts of the city.
The Peoria office is the closest Arizona Foothills office to Avondale and can be reached at 623-322-3311.
Find Your Place in Avondale
When Avondale is on the list, start with current Avondale homes for sale, then compare neighboring markets in the Goodyear community guide and the Litchfield Park community guide. The guide to buying a home in Arizona covers each step, and you can create a free account to save searches and follow new listings. Call 623-322-3311 to talk with a West Valley agent and move forward with confidence.
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