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Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale · AZ 85260
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.0M
Median Price
4/100
Walk Score
7.9/10
Schools
33 min
to Downtown Phoenix
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
79/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
4/100
WYLT Score51/100
Our Take
Scottsdale 85260 is a solid suburban enclave with high‑quality schools, a safe environment, and plenty of amenities, but it comes with a steep price tag and limited walkability. If you’re looking for a comfortable, family‑friendly place and can handle higher cost of living, it’s a good fit.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public and private schools
- ✓Low flood risk and solid infrastructure
- ✓Safe with low violent crime rates
- ✓Access to outdoor recreation and nearby parks
Real Talk
- !High home prices reduce affordability
- !Limited public transit options and reliance on cars
- !Traffic congestion on the 33‑minute commute to downtown Phoenix
- !Potentially high property taxes and HOA fees
- $Homeowners insurance
- $Property taxes
- $HOA dues (for condominiums or gated communities)
Best For
FamiliesProfessionalsRemote WorkersRetirees
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Scottsdale, AZ
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer 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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