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Phoenix, Arizona · ZIP 85051
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A community of about 68 homes in Phoenix, built mostly from 1976 to 1977.
The short answer
Northern Shadows is a community of about 68 homes in Phoenix, Arizona, all single family homes, built mostly from 1976 to 1977. Typical homes are about 1,484 square feet on lots of about 7,600 square feet.
Source: Maricopa County Assessor parcel records, accessed November 3, 2026, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
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From county records for the homes inside the community boundary.
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About Northern Shadows
Where it is, what the homes are like, and who serves it.
- Homes
- About 68
- Home types
- All single family homes
- Year built
- 1976 to 1977 (10th to 90th percentile), 1976 to 1984 overall
- Home size
- Typically 1,174 to 1,854 square feet, median 1,484
- Lot size
- Typically 6,600 square feet to 10,100 square feet, median 7,600 square feet
- Pools
- About 35% of homes have a pool
- ZIP codes
- 85051 (79%), 85301 (21%)
- School districts
- Washington Elementary School District (79%), Glendale Elementary School District (21%), Glendale Union High School District
- Boundaries
- Nearest major streets: 43rd Avenue (west).
Neighborhoods and recorded plats in Northern Shadows
The recorded subdivisions that make up the community, largest first.
- Northern Shadows Lots 1 Through 55, about 54 homes
- Northern Shadows 2, about 14 homes
Related pages
Nearby communities, the ZIP code and city, and the countywide map.
Northern Shadows questions, answered
Where is Northern Shadows?
Northern Shadows is in Phoenix, Arizona, ZIP 85051. Nearest major streets: 43rd Avenue (west).
How many homes are in Northern Shadows?
About 68 homes, according to Maricopa County Assessor records accessed November 3, 2026. All are single family homes.
When were homes in Northern Shadows built?
Most homes were built mostly from 1976 to 1977. The oldest home on record was built in 1976 and the newest in 1984.
How big are homes in Northern Shadows?
Most homes are about 1,174 to 1,854 square feet, with a median of 1,484 square feet on lots of about 7,600 square feet.
What school districts serve Northern Shadows?
Washington Elementary School District, Glendale Elementary School District and Glendale Union High School District. School boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
How does this page define Northern Shadows?
The boundary and home figures follow the recorded subdivision plats that make up Northern Shadows: Northern Shadows Lots 1 Through 55 and Northern Shadows 2. The live search shows MLS listings whose subdivision name includes Northern Shadows, in ZIP 85051 and 85301. 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 Northern Shadows 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.