Paradise Valley is a town in Maricopa County, Arizona, situated between Phoenix and Scottsdale in a desert and mountain setting. It had a population of 12,658 at the 2020 census and spans about 15.4 square miles of land.
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Schools
Some areas of the town fall under the Scottsdale Unified School District. Paradise Valley High School, located at 3950 E. Bell Road, opened in 1957 and was the first of the district's five high schools.
Getting around
Paradise Valley offers access to major roads including Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale Road, Tatum Boulevard and Arizona State Route 51, connecting to Scottsdale and Phoenix. The town's coordinates place it east of Phoenix, with Scottsdale bordering it to the east and Camelback Mountain to the south.
Homes and housing
Homes in Paradise Valley tend to sit on larger lots than comparable properties in nearby areas, with many estates spanning one to ten acres or more. Properties range from classic adobe-style homes to modern builds, often featuring pools, guest casitas, and desert landscaping on expansive parcels. The area includes distinct communities such as Camelback Country Club Estates, set against Camelback Mountain with golf course access, and the Village at Mountain Shadows, a guard-gated area with detached homes and villas near the historic Mountain Shadows resort and golf course.
Things to do
The town is known for its golf courses, resorts, and restaurants, including the workshop of architect Paolo Soleri. Golf options in and around the area include Paradise Valley Country Club, Camelback Golf Club, and Phoenix Country Club. Camelback Mountain offers hiking trails, and the Phoenix Mountain Preserve provides additional trails for hiking and mountain biking accessible from many neighborhoods. Resorts in the area include the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort, the JW Marriott Camelback Inn, and Mountain Shadows Resort.
- Paradise Valley was incorporated on May 24, 1961. Basic Town Facts
- The town's land area is 15.4 square miles. Basic Town Facts
- Paradise Valley's ZIP code is 85253. Paradise Valley, Arizona
- Paradise Valley Unified School District's office is located at 15002 N 32nd Street, Phoenix. Paradise Valley Unified School District
- Paradise Valley High School opened in 1957 at Bell Road and 40th Street. Paradise Valley High School
- The 2020 census population of Paradise Valley was 12,658. Paradise Valley town, Arizona - U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts