The Southwest Phoenix Valley—including the horse-friendly communities of Laveen, Buckeye, Tonopah, Avondale, and Tolleson—continues to be a prime destination for equestrian property buyers seeking spacious acreage, ranch-style estates, and unmatched riding opportunities. This region is known for its blend of rural charm and urban accessibility, making it ideal for horse enthusiasts, ranchers, and investors alike.
***** In order to be considered a horse property, the horse property listing must have at least one horse feature: Arena, Auto Waterer, barn, corral, stall, tack-room,hotwalker etc….
🌵 Why Buyers Choose Horse Property in the Southwest Valley
Horse properties in this area often feature:
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Large barns, covered riding arenas, round pens, and generous turnouts.
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Flood irrigation—a highly sought-after feature for maintaining lush pastures
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Easy access to open desert riding, regional trails, and local equestrian facilities
The accessibility to flood irrigation makes this area of Phoenix very desirable for horse owners.
📊 Current Market Snapshot – As of April 17th, 2025
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30 Active Horse Properties>>> https://www.flexmls.com/share/C1T8R/Selected
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Median List Price: $724,950
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Median Price Per Sq Ft: $332
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10 of 30 listings feature an arena >>> https://www.flexmls.com/share/C1TT0/Selected
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For comparison, on March 17th, 2025 there were 33 active listings
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Median List Price: $719,900
The slight decline in active listings signals a tightening market and growing interest in equestrian real estate especially during this time of year which is generally the most active in real estate sales.
🏡 Recent Sales Activity 
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5 Horse Properties Sold in the last 30 days>>> https://www.flexmls.com/share/C1TF8/Selected
Within the last 90 days, the median sold price is $584,000.00 and the median price reduction from list to sold is $41,000.00.
🐎 A Region with Strong Equestrian Appeal
Whether you’re a trail rider, competitive equestrian, horse trainer, or simply a lover of wide-open space, the Southwest Valley provides an exceptional lifestyle. With flood-irrigated land, large parcels, and the flexibility of non-HOA living, these communities remain an attractive option for both full-time residents and seasonal equestrian buyers.
💼 Thinking of Buying or Selling Horse Property in Laveen, Buckeye, or Tonopah?
Now is a great time to explore your options in Arizona’s Southwest Valley horse property market. If you’re looking for spacious land, well-equipped equestrian amenities, and long-term investment potential, this region has it all.
Disclaimers:
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- The definition of “Median is often considered a more accurate reflection of the typical property because it better represents the center value in a dataset by excluding the high and low values of the outliers.
- Not all listings are with West USA Realty brokerage.
- Full supporter of the Fair Housing Act.
Ron Bykerk is a seasoned entrepreneur and Arizona horse property specialist with over 30 years of experience in the equestrian industry. As a REALTOR® with West USA Realty, he combines his deep knowledge of equine properties, land use, and the unique needs of horse owners to help buyers and sellers navigate the Arizona horse property market. Having visited thousands of equestrian properties across the state, Ron offers unparalleled expertise and a centralized platform—Arizona Horse Property Resource—to ensure maximum exposure, expert guidance, and seamless transactions. His long-standing relationships with horse owners, trainers, and equestrian professionals reflect his commitment to serving the Arizona horse community with integrity and passion.
📞 Call or text: [480-221-1280]
📧 Email: ron@azpropertyresource.com
🌐 Learn more: arizonahorsepropertyresource.com
West USA Realty
2355 W Utopia Rd Ste #100, Phoenix, AZ 85027
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