Arizona Real Estate
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- 31Local AgentsFind a Home roster, Sep 28, 2026
- 29,000+Active ListingsStatewide, September 2026
- 65Median days on marketStatewide, September 2026
- -3.5%Year-over-year price change12 months to September 2026
Source: Realtor.com Economic Research, state-level data for September 2026. Market data is updated periodically and deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
About Arizona real estate
Arizona drew heavy in-migration through the last decade. The pace has slowed, but the long-term in-migration trend hasn't reversed.
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Expert take: Cooling from the 2022 peak but still net-inbound. Builder incentives have returned in some Phoenix submarkets (rate buy-downs, closing credits). Inventory is recovering.
By the Numbers
- $459,900Median listing price statewide
- 31Active AZ REALTORS® on this network
- 7.4 millionPopulation
- PhoenixCapital
- eXp Realty ArizonaBrokerage
Arizona market snapshot: September 2026
Source: Realtor.com Economic Research, state-level data for September 2026. Market data is updated periodically and deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- Median listing price$459,900-3.5% YoY
- Days on market65median
- Active listings29,000+on market
- YoY price change-3.5%12-month
Arizona through experienced eyes
What makes Arizona different.
Arizona is the only state where you don't change clocks for daylight saving time (except the Navajo Nation, which does).
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Roughly 60% of homes sold in Phoenix metro in 2024 were to buyers relocating from outside Arizona.
Current conditions.
Arizona's median listing price is $459,900, with homes taking a median 65 days to sell and 29,000+ active listings. Read Arizona by metro, not by state.
The single biggest trend.
Cooling from the 2022 peak but still net-inbound. Builder incentives have returned in some Phoenix submarkets (rate buy-downs, closing credits). Inventory is recovering.
Where to look in Arizona
Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale
5th largest US metro. Tech, healthcare, and finance. Heavy in-migration from California. Submarkets vary widely: Scottsdale and Paradise Valley at the top, Surprise and Buckeye driving new construction.
Tucson
Second metro. University of Arizona. Lower cost than Phoenix, more Sonoran desert character.
Flagstaff
Northern Arizona high country at 7,000 feet. Northern Arizona University. Cooler climate, higher prices due to limited developable land.
Prescott/Prescott Valley
Second-home market at 5,300 feet.
Lake Havasu City
Colorado River recreation. Heavy second-home market.
Schools & Education
Arizona public school districts include Scottsdale Unified, Chandler Unified, and Catalina Foothills (Tucson). Open enrollment is common between districts.
Climate & Weather
Hot desert south, alpine north. Phoenix sees 100°F+ days from May through September. Flagstaff gets real snow. Tucson sits between, hot but with monsoon relief July through September.
Questions buyers and sellers ask us most
How much do I need for a down payment in Arizona?
For conventional loans, 20% down on the Arizona median of $459,900 would be $91,980. Most Arizona buyers close with 3-5% down via conventional, FHA (3.5% down), or VA (0% for eligible service members). Check with a local lender.
What is the best time of year to buy a home in Arizona?
Late summer through early fall is historically the most favorable buyer window across most US markets, and Arizona follows this pattern. Spring has the most inventory but the most competition. Winter has the least of both.
Can I buy a home in Arizona without seeing it in person?
Yes. A local REALTOR® running video walkthroughs, paired with a thorough inspection contingency, makes a remote purchase manageable. Most Arizona agents are comfortable with this workflow.
How long does it take to close on a home in Arizona?
30-45 days is typical for a financed purchase, and 14-21 days is achievable for cash. The bottleneck is usually appraisal and lender underwriting, not title work.
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