Covering Buckeye, Laveen, Tonopah, Tolleson & Surrounding Areas
The horse property market in Arizona’s Southwest Valley continues to offer a compelling mix of rural lifestyle and urban accessibility. From Buckeye to Laveen, including the open lands of Tonopah and Tolleson, this region remains a magnet for equestrian buyers seeking wide-open spaces, flood irrigation, and room to ride.
With updated data for June 2025, let’s take a look at how the market has evolved over the past several months and what buyers and sellers can expect this summer.
***** 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….
🐴 June 2025 Market Snapshot
As of mid-June, the market is showing subtle but important shifts:
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25 Active Horse Property Listings >>>> https://www.flexmls.com/share/CLo3p/Selected
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Median Home Size: 2,050 sq ft
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Median List Price: $750,000
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Median Price per Sq Ft: $302
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7 of the 25 listings include riding arenas>>>> https://www.flexmls.com/share/CLo7Q/Selected
🔍 Recent Sales (Past 60 Days):
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12 Horse Properties Sold>>>> https://www.flexmls.com/share/CLo5Y/Selected
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Median Sold Home Size: 1,826.5 sq ft
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Median Sold Price: $539,500
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Median Price Reduction (List to Sold): -$40,000
📈 How June Compares to March–May 2025
Let’s take a look at how the Southwest Valley horse property market has changed over the past few months:
➡️ Inventory Trends
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March: 33 active listings
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April: 30 active listings
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May: 28 active listings
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June: 25 active listings
🔻 Inventory has steadily declined each month, tightening the market and giving well-priced listings more visibility. This is typical heading into summer, when serious buyers tend to make their moves before the heat and monsoon season set in.
💰 Pricing Trends
| Month | Median List Price | Median PPSF |
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| March | $719,900 | — |
| April | $724,950 | $332 |
| May | $797,000 | $332 |
| June | $750,000 | $302 |
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List prices spiked in May, likely reflecting seller optimism.
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June’s list prices have come down slightly, suggesting a response to softer buyer demand and price sensitivity.
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Price per square foot has dropped, indicating buyers are getting more value for their money or sellers are pricing more competitively.
🏡 Sales Volume & Buyer Behavior
| Month | Sold Homes (60 Days) | Median Sold Price | Avg Price Reduction |
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| March | 11 | — | — |
| April | 5 | $584,000 | -$41,000 |
| May | 11 | $550,000 | -$47,500 |
| June | 12 | $539,500 | -$40,000 |
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Sales are strong, with 12 closings this cycle, matching May’s rebound from April’s slowdown.
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The median sold price continues to inch downward, reinforcing that buyers are negotiating and unwilling to meet overly aggressive list prices.
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Price reductions remain consistent, indicating a clear gap between seller expectations and market reality.
🐎 Key Takeaways for Buyers & Sellers
For Sellers:
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Inventory is shrinking, but pricing competitively is crucial.
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Overpricing can lead to larger concessions later.
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Properties with equestrian features like arenas or flood irrigation are still in demand—highlight these in your marketing.
For Buyers:
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With a variety of options and consistent sales activity, you’re in a strong position to negotiate.
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Watch for properties that have lingered on the market—these may be prime candidates for below-list offers.
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Now’s a great time to buy before potential summer slowdowns or fall competition ramps up again.
🌵 Why the Southwest Valley Remains a Top Choice
Whether you’re a competitive rider, hobbyist, or just seeking space and serenity, this region offers:
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Generous lot sizes with no HOA restrictions
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Access to trail systems and open desert riding
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Valuable infrastructure like barns, arenas, and irrigation rights
Communities like Buckeye, Laveen, and Tonopah continue to attract buyers looking for a lifestyle grounded in land, livestock, and freedom.
💬 Ready to Make a Move?
Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or simply explore your options, the Southwest Valley remains one of Arizona’s strongest equestrian property markets. Let’s connect and talk about how to make your next horse property move the right one.
Disclaimers:
- System Links automatically expire after 30 days
- 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
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