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Avondale, AZ
Avondale · Maricopa County · AZ 85323
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$370K
Median Price
63/100
Walk Score
8.9/10
Schools
25 min
to Downtown Phoenix, AZ
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
89/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
CWalkability
63/100
WYLT Score68/100
Our Take
Avondale offers a fairly affordable price point and solid schools, plus a 25‑minute drive into downtown Phoenix, but it’s not a walk‑friendly or transit‑heavy suburb. You’ll need a car for most errands and be mindful of higher rent relative to income and some crime concerns.
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The Good
- ✓Median home price (~$287k) is below many Phoenix cores
- ✓High school ratings averaging 7.4
- ✓Short commute to Downtown Phoenix
- ✓Bike score of 60 makes cycling viable
Real Talk
- !Almost all errands require a car
- !Public transit options are minimal
- !Rent is ~25% of median income, high for many budgets
- !Some violent crime incidents reported in the area
- $Higher commuting costs (gas, insurance)
- $Utility bills can be high in desert climate
- $Possible HOA fees in newer subdivisions
Best For
FamiliesCommutersBike RidersAffordable Phoenix Suburbs
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Avondale, AZ
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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