The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 85353 sells for about $414,877, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are down 4.6% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,800 a month.
ZIP 85353 — Tolleson
The housing market in 85353 is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization with a slight year-over-year decline in median sale prices. Inventory levels remain moderate, and the market is characterized by steady demand from families and commuters, though the pace of sales has slowed compared to previous years.
This ZIP is well-suited for young families and commuters seeking relatively affordable housing options in the West Valley with access to major logistics employment centers.
Median prices moved down 4.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 10.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 85353, Maricopa County AZ
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Tolleson Elementary and Union Elementary districts, with performance ratings varying across individual campuses.
The area is subject to standard desert climate risks, including extreme heat and occasional flash flooding, with insurance premiums reflecting regional wildfire and wind exposure.
The area benefits from proximity to major logistics and industrial hubs in the West Valley, with ongoing residential development and infrastructure expansion supporting population growth.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arizona) — Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze): Provides a 'freeze' on the valuation of the property for tax purposes, limiting the growth of the property tax burden for eligible seniors. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: The tax is calculated by applying an assessment ratio to the property's Limited Property Value (LPV). For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: Property tax is calculated using the formula: (Full Cash Value or Limited Property Value) x Assessment Ratio = Net Assessed Value. The Net Assessed Value is then multiplied by the local tax rate. For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Delinquent Property Tax Lien Sale and 3-Year Redemption Foreclosure: The county treasurer sells a tax lien certificate via public auction to the investor bidding the lowest annual rate of interest (ranging from 16% down to 0% per annum under A.R.S. § 42-18114). State (Arizona) — Statutory Residential Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $400,000 of equity in an owner-occupied primary dwelling from attachment, execution, and forced sale arising from unsecured civil judgment liens.
Residents typically commute via I-10 or AZ-101, with travel times to the Phoenix employment core averaging approximately 27-30 minutes.
The area features local community parks and is within reach of regional shopping centers in Avondale and Tolleson, though major recreational amenities are primarily located in neighboring municipalities.
The rental market shows steady demand driven by a younger demographic, with a median rent of $1,800 and moderate vacancy pressure.
The local economy is anchored by logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing sectors, benefiting from the area's strategic location near major transportation corridors.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-10, facilitating access to the broader Phoenix metropolitan area.
Ongoing residential and commercial development continues to expand the footprint of the area, particularly along the I-10 corridor.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including school, fire, and community college districts typical of Maricopa County.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including heat and wind exposure.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local community park offering sports fields and recreational space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.