(Apache Junction, Queen Creek & San Tan Valley, Arizona)
The Southeast Valley—encompassing Apache Junction, Queen Creek, and San Tan Valley—continues to be a prime destination for horse property buyers in Arizona. These areas are especially attractive to equestrian enthusiasts due to their abundance of spacious lots, direct access to open desert trails, and equestrian-friendly zoning. Many properties feature amenities such as barns, arenas, and in some Queen Creek neighborhoods, desirable flood irrigation.
As of April 2025, there are 37 active horse property listings https://www.flexmls.com/share/C572O/Selected across these three communities, down slightly from 40 last month. Of these, 14 properties feature riding arenas https://www.flexmls.com/share/C563H/Selected —a valuable asset for both hobbyists and professional trainers.
The current median list price is $965,000, up from $912,500 last month. The median price per square foot is $377.
***** 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…
🏡 Recent Sales Activity (Past 30 Days):
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12 horse properties sold https://www.flexmls.com/share/C574M/Selected
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Median sold price: $677,000
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Median price per square foot: $363
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Median home size: 1,857 sq. ft.
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Average price reduction (list-to-sale): -$30,000
These figures reflect a cooling market across much of the Greater Phoenix Valley, including Queen Creek when Spring is supposed to be historically one of the better markets in the Valley. With inventory rising and contract ratios remaining low, the area is currently trending toward a buyer’s market, offering more negotiation power and selection for prospective buyers.
Whether you’re seeking a luxury equestrian estate or a functional horse property with access to scenic desert riding, Apache Junction, Queen Creek, and San Tan Valley remain strong contenders for Arizona horse property buyers.
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Author Ron Bykerk
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
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