The August Advantage

The August Advantage

Market Snapshot: What’s Moving in the Valley

Phoenix Housing Market Finds Its Footing With affordability tightening and buyers needing to earn $22,500 more to afford the median home, timing is everything. But signs of stabilization—rising inventory and negotiable terms—suggest a more balanced market is returning. For well-positioned buyers, now may be the window to act. Explore the market dynamics

Paradise Valley Lot Sells in 48 Hours A stunning 1.5-acre homesite in Silver Sky sold for $5 million in under two days—underscoring high demand and urgency in the luxury sector. Tour the development

Phoenix Rents Hit Record Highs Phoenix’s median rent just reached an all-time high of $2,250—up 2.7% year-over-year—while Scottsdale dipped 5.9% to $3,500. This shift points to evolving renter behavior and new single-family rental demand. Compare rental trends

Phoenix Among Top 5 U.S. Industrial Markets With 2.2 million square feet leased in the first half of the year, Phoenix ranks among the top 5 markets for big-box industrial demand—fueled by logistics and manufacturing growth. View the stats

Phoenix Home Affordability Hits New Low Only 13.7% of homes in Metro Phoenix are considered affordable for the typical household—marking a sharp decline from previous years and intensifying calls for policy change. Read the full report

Design & Living Well

Arcadia’s Dos Puertas Blends Luxury with Soul A $3.25M estate in this gated Arcadia enclave features Moroccan tilework, hand-carved cabinetry, and lush courtyards that channel timeless desert luxury. View the listing

Atavia Condos Redefine Urban Living in Scottsdale Starting in the mid-$800Ks, Atavia offers sleek, walkable living with spa-like amenities in North Scottsdale—over 50% of Phase 1 is already sold. Explore the project

Anhelo Reopens in Old Town Scottsdale The acclaimed downtown Phoenix restaurant has reopened with a garden-inspired interior and seasonal tasting menus at its new home on 1st Avenue in Scottsdale. Preview the new space

Sweetgreen Expands to Arizona The fast-casual salad brand has opened its first Arizona locations in Scottsdale and Tempe, blending clean ingredients with sustainable, stylish design. Get the details

Phoenix & Scottsdale Dominate Resort Rankings Five local resorts made Travel + Leisure’s 2025 list of Arizona’s Top 10, with Mountain Shadows, Royal Palms, and Hotel Valley Ho among the standouts. See the rankings

Wellness-Focused Living Takes Hold New communities by Tri Pointe Homes focus on walkability, social connection, and multi-gen flexibility—making wellness an integral part of daily life. Learn more


Stay tuned for the next edition of The Echo Report, where we’ll continue to bring you the latest in the Valley's real estate and lifestyle scene.

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