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Neighborhood guide

Old Town & South Scottsdale

Walkable dining, galleries and nightlife, plus established neighborhoods of ranch-style and mid-century homes.

Living in Old Town & South Scottsdale

Old Town is the walkable heart of Scottsdale: restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, boutiques and an evening scene within a few blocks of each other. The Arts District, the shops along Fifth Avenue, the Scottsdale Waterfront along the Arizona Canal and Scottsdale Stadium (home of spring training baseball) are all part of the mix.

South Scottsdale stretches below Old Town toward Tempe. It is known for established streets, single-level ranch and mid-century homes, many of them updated, and easy access to the Indian Bend Wash greenbelt path system.

Arizona desert scenery near Old Town & South Scottsdale

Homes you'll find

  • Condos, lofts and townhomes in and around Old Town, from lock-and-leave units to newer luxury buildings
  • Single-level ranch and mid-century homes in South Scottsdale, from original condition to fully remodeled
  • Patio homes and small HOA communities that appeal to downsizers

Who it fits

  • Relocating buyers who want to walk to dinner and events
  • Downsizers and 55+ buyers who want a lock-and-leave condo near everything
  • Buyers who like character homes and do not need a large master-planned community

For 55+ buyers and downsizers

Single-level homes and elevator-served condos make this area a strong fit for downsizers. Ask about parking, noise near nightlife streets, and HOA rules on rentals before you commit.

Market snapshot

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Questions to ask before you buy

  • Is the building or street close to late-night venues?
  • What do the HOA documents say about short-term rentals?
  • Has the home's roof, plumbing and electrical been updated (common questions on older homes)?

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