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Wickenburg, AZ

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Experience Old Western charms in this desert oasis

Suburban Historic Charming Welcoming Close-Knit Scenic Mountain Views Active Artistic

Located about an hour’s drive northwest of Phoenix, Wickenburg embraces its rich gold mining history as a true Western town. Ranches, horses, team roping, and cowboys are common fixtures in Wickenburg to this day. Take a step back in time at Wickenburg’s many historic sites like the Vulture Mine, Saguaro Movie Theatre, and the Santa Fe Railroad Depot as well as the annual Gold Rush Days celebration.

Wickenburg is an artistic oasis in the Sonoran Desert, where you can catch world-class performances at the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts, see an expansive collection of Western art at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum, enjoy free downtown concerts hosted by Friends of Music, and take classes at the Wickenburg Art Club.

Natural beauty surrounds Wickenburg, which sits on the Hassayampa River below scenic mountains in the desert. Outdoor recreation abounds in Wickenburg, with plenty of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Lake Pleasant Regional Park and Prescott National Forest are just minutes away from Wickenburg as well.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Wickenburg, AZ is $1,032 for one bedroom, and $1,178 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wickenburg has decreased by -3.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,032/month
528 Sq Ft
House
$2,672/month
1,593 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.

35

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

Hassayampa Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

284 Students

6
out of 10

Wickenburg Digital Learning Program

Public

Grades K-12

78 Students

5
out of 10

Vulture Peak School

Public

Grades 4-8

162 Students

4
out of 10

Wickenburg High School

Public

Grades 6-12

460 Students

5
out of 10

Wickenburg Digital Learning Program

Public

Grades K-12

78 Students

5
out of 10

Vulture Peak School

Public

Grades 4-8

162 Students

4
out of 10

Wickenburg High School

Public

Grades 6-12

460 Students

5
out of 10

Wickenburg Digital Learning Program

Public

Grades K-12

78 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Rancho De Los Caballeros
  • Hassayampa River Preserve

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