As December 2025 brings the holiday season and the ringing of the New Year is around the corner, the Tempe and Mesa Horse Property Market (zip codes 85288, 85281, 85282, 85202, 85210, 85201, 85204, 85203, 85213, 85206, 85205, 85215, 85207, 85284) continues to offer unique opportunities for equestrian enthusiasts. This region blends Mesa’s agricultural history with Tempe’s urban access, featuring hidden horse properties near regional parks. In this December 2025 report, we’ll analyze Arizona MLS data, compare trends to October and November, and explore a balanced market. Whether you’re searching for horse properties for sale in Mesa AZ or Tempe, let’s dive in.
***** 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…
Active Horse Properties: 6 https://www.flexmls.com/share/DDjxM/Selected
Median Active Square Foot: 3,197.5
Median Active Original Price: $1,200,000
Median Active Current list Price $1,035,000
Median Active PPSF: $388.00
1 Horse Properties Include Arenas https://www.flexmls.com/share/DDjxv/10517-E-EVERGREEN-ST-Mesa-AZ-85207
4 Horse Properties Closed last 60 days https://www.flexmls.com/share/DDjy9/Selected
Median Sold Square Foot: 3,027
Median Sold Price: $887,500
Median Sold PPSF $322.00
Four of the six horse properties for sale right now are just East of the Interstate 202 in Mesa as well as the one and only property that includes an arena, and five of the six listings are priced between $759,000.00 and $1,395,000.00 with one outlier in Tempe priced at over 8 million dollars.
December 2025 Trends: Stable inventory (6 listings) and $1,035,000 median price reflect a balanced market. 1 arena property (stable) and 4 closings (stable) show selective demand, with longer days on market indicating holiday slowdown.
Outside the Arena: Local Market Overview (Tempe vs. Mesa)
The Tempe and Mesa real estate market in November 2025 shows contrasting dynamics—Tempe with tighter inventory and quicker pending times, Mesa with more options and higher sold-to-list ratios. Both areas offer equestrian-friendly properties, but their trends cater to different buyer preferences.
Market Overview and Inventory
Tempe has a 3.43-month supply of inventory, down 1% month-over-month, signaling a balanced market. Mesa, with a 3.48-month supply, is slightly more buyer-friendly, down 1% month-over-month but up 18% year-over-year, providing expanded choices.
Pricing and Listings
Tempe’s new listings median $515,000, active at $509,000, and pending at $485,000 (50 days to contract). Mesa’s new listings median $460,000, active at $465,000, and pending at $465,000 (46 days to contract). Tempe offers higher-value options, while Mesa provides affordability.
Sales Performance
Tempe’s median sold price is $468,000 (down 2%), selling at 97.61% of list. Mesa’s median sold is $465,000 (down 3%), at 98.2% of list. Mesa’s higher ratio favors sellers, contrasting Tempe’s negotiation room.
Community Appeal
Tempe boasts vibrant downtown and Tempe Beach Park. Mesa offers Desert Botanical Garden and downtown charm.
Buyer Insights
Tempe suits buyers wanting urban access; Mesa offers more inventory for patient negotiators. Horse properties in both benefit from trails, but Tempe has tighter competition.
As you can see by viewing the Cromford Reports list of the 18 largest cities in the Phoenix Metro area, that Tempe and Mesa are ranked 7th and 8th respectively and are considered in a sellers market. Both cities went from being in a lukewarm market to a sellers market within the last month.
Judging by all the green arrows though, it looks like all but Paradise Valley improved, but Paradise Valley Sellers in PV have no cause to grumble as they are just settling back a bit after a very strong run over the last 2 years and they remain in a sellers market. Peoria and Gilbert take the prizes for the strongest moves over the last month, with Queen Creek, Tempe, Glendale and Goodyear not far behind. The massive Phoenix market also move higher by 14%, which is important for the overall numbers as Phoenix represents 25% of the total market.
The average change in CMI over the last month is +10.8%, up slightly from +10.1% last week. We have 10 cities in a seller’s market, 2 balanced and 6 in a buyer’s market. Source is the Cromford Report.
Beyond the Paddock: National Real Estate News
Redfin reports pending home sales fell 1.2% year-over-year in the four weeks ending October 12, with inventory growth slowing. Homes sold for nearly 4% under asking in August—the steepest discount since 2019—as 16.7% of sellers cut prices (up from 15.9% last year). Nationally, delistings jumped 28%, with 12% of listings pulled in September (highest September rate in a decade), as sellers wait for better conditions rather than accept lower offers. For horse property buyers, this means more leverage in negotiations, but slower closings during holidays. [Source: Redfin]
Why Tempe and Mesa Stand Out for Horse Owners
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Hidden Properties: Zips 85207 (Mesa) and 85281 (Tempe) offer barns and turnouts near urban amenities.
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Agricultural History: Mesa’s legacy supports equestrian setups, with access to regional parks and trails.
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Urban-Rural Blend: Proximity to highways and downtown Phoenix appeals to hobbyists.
Conclusion
The December 2025 Tempe and Mesa market offers value and opportunity in a balanced market. Contact Ron Bykerk to explore horse properties for sale in Mesa AZ or Tempe—let’s make your equestrian dream real.
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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.
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