Far West Phoenix Valley Arizona Horse Property Market Report – May 2025
Covering Waddell, Surprise, Wittmann & Wickenburg
The Far West Phoenix Valley—encompassing Waddell, Surprise, Wittmann, and Wickenburg—is one of the top regions in Arizona for horse property buyers seeking expansive acreage, equestrian zoning, and that authentic Western lifestyle. Known for their rural charm and open desert spaces, these communities cater to everyone from professional horse trainers to weekend trail riders.
Wickenburg, proudly recognized as the Team Roping Capital of the World, continues to attract competitive riders with its world-class roping arenas, training facilities, and seasonal equestrian events. Wittmann offers more affordable horse properties with direct access to wide-open desert trails—ideal for trail riders and endurance riders. Surprise presents a unique blend of rural living and suburban convenience, while Waddell remains a favorite for horse owners looking for irrigated land to support lush pastures and large equestrian operations.
These areas are packed with equestrian appeal—featuring county island lots, non-HOA horse estates, barns, arenas, round pens, and plenty of turnout space. With proximity to major highways, these horse-friendly communities remain accessible while maintaining a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
***** 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….
(Waddell, Surprise, Wittmann & Wickenburg – as of May 2025)
Active Listings: 80 horse properties currently for sale https://www.flexmls.com/share/C5Yf6/Selected
Median List Price: $869,950
Median Price Per Square Foot (PPSF): $369
Properties with Arenas: 7 (2 in Waddell, 2 in Wittmann, 2 in Wickenburg) https://www.flexmls.com/share/C5YdL/Selected
Total Sales: 18 horse properties sold https://www.flexmls.com/share/C5Ygi/Selected
Median Sold Price: $667,500
Median Sold PPSF: $346
Like much of the Phoenix metro area, the Far West Valley horse property market has cooled, placing the advantage in the buyer’s hands. Sellers are increasingly realistic about pricing—many are reducing their asking prices to attract qualified buyers. In fact, across both horse and non-horse properties, the median price in this region has dropped from $543,932 in late February 2025 to $508,750 in early May
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This shift presents an excellent opportunity for horse property buyers to find the acreage, space, and equestrian amenities they want—at a better value. Whether you’re searching for irrigated lots in Waddell, desert-access acreage in Wittmann, or roper-ready arenas in Wickenburg, the Far West Phoenix Valley is full of potential for equine enthusiasts ready to make a move.
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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📧 Email: ron@azpropertyresource.com
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