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Surprise, AZ

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A resort community with a small-town atmosphere.

Suburb Commuter Affordable Safe Military Sports Baseball Arts

Surprise is a small suburban city roughly 45 minutes northwest of Phoenix. Sun City Grand Resort and numerous golf courses occupy much of the central part of the city, and White Tank Mountain Regional Park provides a great opportunity to explore the rugged Arizona landscape right outside the city limits. Surprise is also home to the spring training facilities for the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers, and preseason games are highly popular with locals.

The local arts scene is quite active, with orchestra concerts, ballet recitals, and art installations contributing heavily to the local culture. With Phoenix and Luke Air Force Base located nearby, Surprise is a popular spot for both military and civilian commuters.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Surprise, AZ is $1,466 for a studio, $1,469 for one bedroom, $1,766 for two bedrooms, and $1,930 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Surprise has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,469/month
720 Sq Ft
House
$2,336/month
1,818 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,740/month
882 Sq Ft
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Transportation

29

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Canyon Ridge School

Public

Grades PK-8

944 Students

9
out of 10

Marley Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

1,084 Students

8
out of 10

Cimarron Springs Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

589 Students

8
out of 10

Sunset Hills Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

969 Students

7
out of 10

Sonoran Heights Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

712 Students

6
out of 10

Canyon Ridge School

Public

Grades PK-8

944 Students

9
out of 10

Marley Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

1,084 Students

8
out of 10

Cimarron Springs Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

589 Students

8
out of 10

Willow Canyon High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,787 Students

7
out of 10

Sunset Hills Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

969 Students

7
out of 10

Willow Canyon High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,787 Students

7
out of 10

Shadow Ridge High School

Public

Grades 7-12

2,323 Students

6
out of 10

Valley Vista High School

Public

Grades 7-12

2,464 Students

5
out of 10

Dysart Ischool

Public

Grades 7-12

106 Students

5
out of 10

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