The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 85306 sells for about $400,193, or $234 per square foot.
Prices are down 4.7% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,514 a month.
ZIP 85306 — Glendale
The 85306 housing market is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization with a median sale price of $400,193. Market activity is balanced, characterized by a 2.6-month supply and a moderate pace of sales, reflecting broader regional trends in the Phoenix metro area.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a balance between affordability and access to the broader Phoenix metropolitan area's employment and retail centers.
Median prices moved down 4.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 30 days on market with 2.6 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
36% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 9.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 85306, Maricopa County AZ
The area is served by the Glendale Elementary and Glendale Union High School Districts, which generally maintain stable performance ratings within the Phoenix metropolitan context.
The region faces standard desert climate risks, primarily extreme heat and occasional monsoon-related wind or flash flooding, with insurance markets reflecting these regional environmental exposures.
The area benefits from its proximity to major employment hubs in Glendale and Phoenix, with ongoing infill development and residential renovation activity driving local economic momentum.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arizona) — Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze): Provides a 'freeze' on the valuation of the property for tax purposes, limiting the growth of the property tax burden for eligible seniors. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: The tax is calculated by applying an assessment ratio to the property's Limited Property Value (LPV). For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: Property tax is calculated using the formula: (Full Cash Value or Limited Property Value) x Assessment Ratio = Net Assessed Value. The Net Assessed Value is then multiplied by the local tax rate. For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Delinquent Property Tax Lien Sale and 3-Year Redemption Foreclosure: The county treasurer sells a tax lien certificate via public auction to the investor bidding the lowest annual rate of interest (ranging from 16% down to 0% per annum under A.R.S. § 42-18114). State (Arizona) — Statutory Residential Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $400,000 of equity in an owner-occupied primary dwelling from attachment, execution, and forced sale arising from unsecured civil judgment liens.
Residents have convenient access to the Loop 101 and I-17 corridors, facilitating commutes to major employment centers in downtown Phoenix and the West Valley.
The ZIP features proximity to local parks and community centers, with larger regional amenities and shopping districts in Glendale and Peoria easily accessible within a short drive.
The rental market shows moderate pressure with a median asking rent of $1,514; vacancy rates remain low, supported by steady demand from commuters and local workers.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Phoenix-Glendale employment base, including sectors in healthcare, retail, and government services.
The area is primarily car-dependent, with major arterial roads providing connectivity to regional highway networks.
Development is characterized by infill projects and residential redevelopment rather than large-scale greenfield expansion.
The Maricopa County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine full cash and limited property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to standard school, community college, and municipal district taxes typical of Maricopa County.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and heat-related risk factors common to the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Great Wolf Lodge | Arizona4.217.1 mi
- Castles N' Coasters4.34.6 mi
- Hurricane Harbor Phoenix3.65.3 mi
- FatCats Surprise4.414.1 mi
- K1 Speed Phoenix4.316.2 mi
- State Farm Stadium4.68.3 mi
- Chase Field4.613.7 mi
- Desert Botanical Garden4.817.2 mi
- Mortgage Matchup Center4.613.5 mi
- Phoenix Convention Center4.513.5 mi
- Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley3.97.2 mi
- Musical Instrument Museum4.911.6 mi
- Phoenix Art Museum4.712.2 mi
- Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix4.412.4 mi
- Westgate Entertainment District4.67.9 mi
- Desert Botanical Garden4.817.2 mi
- Hole in the Rock4.717.4 mi
- Musical Instrument Museum4.911.6 mi
- McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park4.815.5 mi
- Phoenix Art Museum4.712.2 mi
- Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix4.412.4 mi
- Pioneer Community Park4.55.4 mi
- Steele Indian School Park4.610.2 mi
- Encanto Park4.611.3 mi
- Paloma Community Park4.810 mi
- Topgolf Glendale4.38.8 mi
- Arizona Biltmore Golf Club4.311.1 mi
- Orange Tree Golf Resort3.912.5 mi
- Bellair Golf Park4.51.7 mi
- Stonecreek Golf Club3.911 mi
- Arrowhead Towne Center4.43.3 mi
- Tanger Outlets Phoenix4.58.1 mi
- Desert Sky Mall410.5 mi
- Desert Ridge Marketplace4.612.1 mi
- Westgate Entertainment District4.67.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic park featuring orchards, gardens, and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.