Ahwatukee Az Homes for Sale
Doing a custom search, and having to manually make changes may not be your top choice. Maybe you would prefer to just click on pre-set searches of available homes for sale in Awhatukee Az, and be able to peruse those listings. If that is the case, below you will find pre-made custom searches which show current homes, condos, townhomes, luxury homes and pretty much all types of Ahwatukee real estate which is currently for sale.
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About Ahwatukee Arizona
This page on my Ahwatukee Az website will be dedicated to all things pertaining to the buying of real estate in the Ahwatukee Arizona community. Of course this will include all homes, condos, townhomes, estates currently for sale in the Ahwatukee area.
Welcome to our in-depth guide to buying homes in Ahwatukee Foothills, Phoenix, AZ. If you’re looking to purchase a new home in this area, you’ve come to the right place. As a real estate expert, I have put together this guide to help you navigate the local real estate market in Ahwatukee Arizona and find your dream home. In this article, I’ll provide you with all the information you need to know to make an informed decision when purchasing a home in Ahwatukee Foothills.
Ahwatukee Homes
In Ahwatukee Arizona you will find real estate consisting of: single family homes, condos, townhomes, and luxury estates
When it comes to homes for sale in Ahwatukee Arizona, all buyers are wanting ONE thing above all others – to see homes available for sale.
Buyers want lists of homes that are currently for sale in the Ahwatukee real estate market, and that those properties be ACTIVE and for sale, and NOT homes that are already under contract.
Experience over years of helping buyers has shown, most buyers don’t want to waste their time on homes that are not available!
The BEST place to search for homes for sale in the Ahwatukee Az area, is ARMLS. ARMLS is the Arizona Real Estate Multiple Listing Service, which is what real estate agents use to promote all properties that are for sale at any given time. Of course the “MLS” as it is called, also has abundant information about homes under contract and past sales. For purposes of this quick article, buyers are interested in the ability to search for and find homes or properties currently for sale.
Click the above link to “Access the MLS”, and search for homes with the same tool realtors use on a daily basis. This will provide any home buyer, the opportunity to access the MLS, and see all homes the are currently for sale in the MLS. This system is updated instantly, with any and all changes done to properties by agents in the ARMLS area. It is THE MOST reliable and robust system any one can use to find available homes for sale in Ahwatukee or for that matter all the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Ahwatukee Arizona
Where is Ahwatukee Arizona?
Ahwatukee Arizona – Location – Some Quick Information
Ahwatukee Arizona, is a urban village/suburb of the Metropolitan Phoenix area. While it is technically part of Phoenix Arizona, the area is known as Ahwatukee Arizona.
The area is known for its stunning mountain views, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The community is situated between South Mountain Park and the Gila River Indian Reservation, offering a unique blend of urban and rural living. It extends from the Gila Reservation in the West to the I-10 freeway in the East. The zip codes making up the community are 85044, 85045, and 85048.
The Ahwatukee Arizona community is served by both the Kyrene School district as well as the Tempe district. Elementary and middle schools are part of the Kyrene School district. High schools are part of the Tempe Union high school district.
Commutes
Ahwatukee Arizona can be a great place to live for commuting, depending on where you work.
The Ahwatukee suburb is of course located in the South part of Phoenix, so if you work in the Phoenix area, Ahwatukee could be a convenient place to live. It is worth mentioning that Phoenix is a very large city, and commute time and traffic can vary greatly. If you like public transportation, Ahwatukee is serviced by several metro valley bus routes. I will say though, that public transportation in the Phoenix area, is not as advanced as other large metropolitan cities.
Freeways are a great option for your commutes from living in Ahwatukee. The construction and the completion of the 202 South Mountain Freeway has made most areas of Phoenix very accessible. Also, the I-10 offers another alternative to reach other areas of the valley. It is a good idea to research the area and commutes to make sure it fits your needs.
Housing Market
The housing market in Ahwatukee Foothills is highly competitive, with many buyers looking to purchase homes in this area. According to recent data, the median home price in Ahwatukee Foothills is around $550,000. However, prices can vary greatly depending on the specific neighborhood and the size and condition of the home. If you would like to talk about the current prices in the Ahwatukee area, and get up to date median prices, feel free to reach out to me.
If you’re looking to purchase a home in Ahwatukee Foothills, it’s important to work with an experienced real estate agent who has a deep understanding of the local market. I would be happy to help you find the perfect home that fits your budget and your lifestyle. To find out a little more about me, feel free to check out information on the contact me page.
Schools in Ahwatukee Arizona
Do you have children? You will be pleased to know that Ahwatukee Foothills is home to several highly rated schools. The Kyrene School District serves the area and has a reputation for providing excellent education to its students. Some of the top-rated schools in the district include Kyrene de la Sierra School and Kyrene de la Colina School. There are nine elementary schools in the Kyrene school district which serve the Ahwatukee community, you can see a map boundary here. https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1y0E6WJp86v5oA-J8sAoScvIAg9U&ll=33.29785329416472%2C-112.03083006124962&z=13
If you currently have older kids, know that there are several options for high schools. There are currently 3 high schools in Ahwatukee Arizona, that are part of the Tempe Union High School District. You can find information about the different Ahwatukee High Schools at the following link.
Outdoor Recreation
One of the major draws of Ahwatukee Foothills is the abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. South Mountain Park is one of the largest municipal parks in the country, offering over 16,000 acres of natural beauty to explore. The park is home to numerous hiking and biking trails, as well as picnic areas and scenic viewpoints. There is SO much to explore, miles and miles of trails.
In addition to South Mountain Park, Ahwatukee Foothills is also located near several other popular outdoor destinations, including the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, the Salt River, and the Superstition Mountains.
I hope that this quick look at Ahwatukee Arizona has helped. We took a look at where Ahwatukee Arizona is, homes for sale in the area, the housing market, schools in the area and commutes.
Below you will also see a description of the buying process for homes in the Phoenix area.
The Home Buying Process
Buying a home is generally the most expensive purchase most people will make, and it would be wise the understand the process!
Regardless of whether you are buying a home, condo, townhome or even land in Ahwatukee, or considering real estate in any other part of the Metro Phoenix area, this process should be the same.
Financing
The first place to begin your Ahwatukee home search is with financing. If you are a cash buyer, please proceed to the next step – the financing step will not be of concern.
Talk to a lender and have them get you qualified for buying a home. We real estate agents call this being “prequaled or prequalified”. All banks tend to have mortgage lenders, so if you have a particular bank with which you conduct your banking, feel free to reach out to them about getting a loan for buying a home. All of us realtors also have lenders that we have worked with over our many years in the industry that we would be happy to refer. I have multiple lenders with whom I have worked that do an exceptional job at both getting my buyer clients prequalified, and of course making sure to fund the real estate transaction in a timely manner. I would be happy to refer several lenders for potential buyers to consider.
It is really key to make sure you have a good lender. A good lender can help you save time and money. A lender that does not do their job well can cost you money, a lot of frustration, and ultimately and could cost you the home you desire.
What does being prequalified mean?
If you are prequalified to buy a home, you have spoken to a lender and met their requirements to being able to finance a home. Beyond the initial conversation, a lender will pull your credit report to verify a potential buyer meets the minimum requirements for financing. In addition a lender will typically have buyer fill out an application, which includes income and expenses.
Should lender provide you with a letter of prequalification, you are GOLDEN!! A buyer with a prequalification is set to be able to make offers on properties. A prequalification letter is a green light to be able to begin your home search process, because you are approved for financing in your real estate transaction.
Finding a Realtor to help with your Ahwatukee Arizona real estate transaction
When it comes to working with a realtor, there a couple of things I think all buyers should consider. Maybe link to my google business profile see if it helps ranking.
1. Work with realtor that has knowledge of the area, in this case, an Ahwatukee Realtor.
2. Work with a real estate agent that understands the real estate market and trends.
3. Work with a realtor who communicates!
4. Work with real estate agent who can offer you options? Lender discounts, pre MLS homes, proven buying strategy
5. Work with a real estate agent who can really help, and give guidance, the process, the rights, the obligations you as a buyer have during the real estate transaction.
Your Home or Property Search
The best way to go about your home, property or real estate search is to use the MLS (multiple listing service). As a realtor working in the Ahwatukee Arizona area, I freely give my clients access to the MLS. With the MLS, home buyers can see any and all homes that are currently for sale in Ahwatukee Arizona. The MLS will give you the power to search homes, properties, rental properties, land & lots, and real estate both residential and even commercial. Truth is, the MLS is one of the best and is the most powerful tool at a real estate agents disposal. Do you want to get access to the MLS and all can provide you? Click below.
Making an Offer
Your real estate agent can help with making an offer on an Ahwatukee property of interest. Below is my suggestion as to how I would go about the offer process.
Once you have found THE PROPERTY of choice, begin doing some research on comparable properties in the area, so you can determine current market value of the subject property (home of choice). Any good real estate agent, will want to make sure their buyers are making an offer that makes sense. Ideally I look for homes that have sold recently and are within 20% above or under in livable square footage, lot size, age of home, and as many other similar aspects to home as possible. The closer the the comparable, the better idea of current market value you can achieve.
One of the items in choosing a real estate agent to help with your Ahwatukee real estate search, was to have an agent that understand the real estate market and trends. Knowing the value of the home and the market trends in the Ahwatukee area, you have all the information you need to make the best decision possible regarding your offer.
Offer – Accepted – Now What?
There are really a couple of things that happen once you have an accepted offer on a property, at least there are 2 major things that a buyer needs to take advantage of during the following days.
First, a home buyer in the Ahwatukee Arizona area, has the right to have home inspected. Per the Arizona Association of realtor purchase contract, both parties have agreed to a 10 day period of time for buyer to do their due diligence. During the inspection period (or due diligence period) buyer at their expense can home inspected for physical condition, environmental condition, or any other inspection a buyer may deem appropriate and of importance. During this period of time, a home buyer will also want to check any other items they may deem important.
Once a home inspection has been completed, and the buyer is satisfied with their findings, both buyer and their realtor can try to negotiate any repairs buyer finds are needed. This is a 2nd negotiation, and asking for repairs does not mean the seller will agree.
Next Step in Buying – The Appraisal
If you are financing the Ahwatukee Az home, you will 100% need to have an appraisal performed. Generally, I don’t like ordering the appraisal until after the home inspection has been completed. Once the condition of home has been determined, and any repairs have been negotiated – that is when I’m ready to have the lender order the appraisal.
As a buyer, there really is NOTHING that you have to do at this stage. Your lender will be informed to go ahead and order the appraisal, and then we wait. An appraiser will go out to home, look at home, and then do their work to figure the the current market value of the property in Ahwatukee.
You know it is done, when lender informs you the your Ahwatukee property has APPRAISED.
Final Steps in buying process
You have now:
1. Done the inspections on your soon to be Ahwatukee Home.
2. The appraisal has been completed!
3. Any agreed upon repairs by both parties are being done at this time.
At this stage of the real estate purchase transaction, it really becomes a waiting game. As mentioned above, all the inspections for the property have been completed, and any repairs have been negotiated. In addition the lender has already ordered and received a copy of the appraisal, which we can assume has met the terms of the purchase contract. At this time, the seller of the Ahwatukee residence is hopefully taking care of the repairs and we are waiting till the agreed upon close of escrow date.
Lender at this stage be completing all their required work to make sure and meet the close of escrow date on this Ahwatukee Arizona property. Be ready to maybe turn over a couple of last minute documents (updated paystubs, new bank statements or other requested documents). Lender will do a final underwriting review, and upon completion and approval the lender will send loan documents to title.
Once all loan documents are at title, the escrow officer will call to schedule you to signing. Title company or escrow officer will provide you with instructions on what will need to be done, but here are a couple of things to expect. You will need to take a valid form of United States form of identification (drivers license, passport…etc). Title company will also indicate whether you need funds (money) to close the loan on your end. The most commonly used forms to pay these funds are to send a wire transfer (title provides wire instructions) or a cashiers check made out to title company.
Congratulations – You have signed on the Purchase of your Ahwatukee Property
To summarize, at this point you have inspected, appraised, and now signed loan documents and turned in any funds needed for the purchase of the property you found for sale in Ahwatukee Arizona. Now, you are just waiting for the loan to fund and for title to transfer ownership of the property into YOUR NAME!!!!
Your Ahwatukee real estate agent, will call and advise as soon as the property has been recorded. Once recorded, then realtor can provide you keys to your new Ahatukee Property!! Congratulations – its all done.