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Phoenix, Arizona · ZIP 85020
North Central (east of Central Ave) homes for sale
North Central Phoenix is known for ranch homes on deep, sometimes flood-irrigated lots near the tree-lined Central Avenue bridle path.
The short answer
North Central (east of Central Ave) is a community of about 3,609 homes in Phoenix, Arizona, a mix of single family homes, condominiums and townhomes, built mostly from 1950 to 1994. Typical homes are about 1,991 square feet on lots of about 10,900 square feet. The median recorded sale since January 2024 was $1.08 million, across 129 sales.
Source: Maricopa County Assessor parcel records, accessed November 3, 2026, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
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About North Central (east of Central Ave)
Where it is, what the homes are like, and who serves it.
- Homes
- About 3,609
- Home types
- 72% single family, 28% condominiums and townhomes
- Year built
- 1950 to 1994 (10th to 90th percentile), 1900 to 2025 overall
- Home size
- Typically 1,014 to 3,693 square feet, median 1,991
- Lot size
- Typically 7,200 square feet to 21,900 square feet, median 10,900 square feet
- Pools
- About 40% of homes have a pool
- ZIP codes
- 85020 (50%), 85014 (29%), 85012 (18%), 85013 (2%), 85021 (2%)
- School districts
- Madison Elementary School District, Phoenix Union High School District
- Boundaries
- Bounded by Northern Avenue on the north, Bethany Home Road on the south, 16th Street on the east and Central Avenue on the west.
- Recorded sales since January 2024
- 129 sales, median $1.08 million, typical range $339,000 to $2.33 million
Neighborhoods and recorded plats in North Central (east of Central Ave)
The recorded subdivisions that make up the community, largest first.
- Orangewood Lot 20 Block 5, about 332 homes
- Vista Del Monte Condominium, about 180 homes
- Bethany Estates, about 105 homes
- Flynn Lane Biltmore Amd, about 81 homes
- Beverly Manor, about 66 homes
- Beverly Manor Estates, about 64 homes
- Mirasol Condominiums, about 60 homes
- Sundance Condominiums, about 60 homes
- Palm Terrace 2, about 54 homes
- Palm Heights, about 53 homes
- Torre Blanca Unit 3, about 48 homes
- Miltons Groves Lots 11-52, about 46 homes
- Palm Terrace 3, about 43 homes
- Andare Condominium, about 41 homes
- Tiffany Place, about 40 homes
- Beautiful Gardens Lots 1-16, 26-39, about 40 homes
- Orangewood North, about 39 homes
- Loma Vista Terrace, about 39 homes
- Pueblo Hermoso Unit 4 Amd, about 38 homes
- Northwood Homes, about 38 homes
- North Central Groves, about 38 homes
- Bethany Estates 2, about 36 homes
- 7601 N Central Lot 1-36 Tr -a-j, about 36 homes
- Palm Heights 3, about 36 homes
Related pages
Nearby communities, the ZIP code and city, and the countywide map.
North Central (east of Central Ave) questions, answered
Where is North Central (east of Central Ave)?
North Central (east of Central Ave) is in Phoenix, Arizona, ZIP 85020. Bounded by Northern Avenue on the north, Bethany Home Road on the south, 16th Street on the east and Central Avenue on the west.
How many homes are in North Central (east of Central Ave)?
About 3,609 homes, according to Maricopa County Assessor records accessed November 3, 2026. About 28% are condominiums or townhomes.
When were homes in North Central (east of Central Ave) built?
Most homes were built mostly from 1950 to 1994. The oldest home on record was built in 1900 and the newest in 2025.
How big are homes in North Central (east of Central Ave)?
Most homes are about 1,014 to 3,693 square feet, with a median of 1,991 square feet on lots of about 10,900 square feet.
What school districts serve North Central (east of Central Ave)?
Madison Elementary School District and Phoenix Union High School District. School boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
What do homes in North Central (east of Central Ave) sell for?
The median recorded sale price since January 2024 was $1.08 million, across 129 sales, with most sales between $339,000 and $2.33 million, according to Maricopa County records. Bulk sales of three or more homes at once are excluded. Ask us for current MLS prices on the homes you are considering.
How does this page define North Central (east of Central Ave)?
The boundary and home figures follow the recorded subdivision plats that make up North Central (east of Central Ave): Orangewood Lot 20 Block 5, Vista Del Monte Condominium, Bethany Estates, Flynn Lane Biltmore Amd, Beverly Manor and Beverly Manor Estates and others. The live search shows MLS listings whose subdivision name includes Andare, Orangewood and Vista Del Monte, in ZIP 85020, 85014 and 85012. Figures were calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners from Maricopa County Assessor parcel records accessed November 3, 2026.
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Sources
- Maricopa County Assessor parcel records for the single family homes, condominiums and townhomes inside the North Central (east of Central Ave) boundary, accessed November 3, 2026: home counts, year built, sizes, lots, pools, ZIP codes and school districts. Ranges are the 10th to 90th percentile.
- Maricopa County recorded subdivision plats, used for the community boundary and the list of recorded plats.
- Maricopa County recorded sale prices since January 1, 2024, over $75,000, excluding deeds that moved three or more parcels at one price.
- ARMLS via Flexmls for the live listing search.
All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Listing information is provided by the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Community boundaries are approximate and follow recorded subdivision plats. Confirm the city, HOA, and assigned schools for a specific address. This page is for general information only and is not financial, lending, legal, or tax advice. Arizona Luxury Partners | Real Estate Group at RE/MAX Fine Properties, 21020 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. Office 480.766.1515. Brokerage License LC629808000. Equal Housing Opportunity.