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The short answer

Sands West is a community of about 227 homes in Phoenix, Arizona, all single family homes, built mostly from 1960 to 1966. Typical homes are about 1,912 square feet on lots of about 8,900 square feet.

Source: Maricopa County Assessor parcel records, accessed November 3, 2026, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.

Sands West at a glance

From county records for the homes inside the community boundary.

227
Homes
1960 to 1966
Most homes built
1,912 sq ft
Median home size
56%
Homes with a pool

About Sands West

Where it is, what the homes are like, and who serves it.

Sands West outlined in navy. Boundaries follow the recorded subdivision plats and are approximate. Open it on the Maricopa County community map.
Homes
About 227
Home types
All single family homes
Year built
1960 to 1966 (10th to 90th percentile), 1958 to 1969 overall
Home size
Typically 1,685 to 2,301 square feet, median 1,912
Lot size
Typically 8,200 square feet to 11,300 square feet, median 8,900 square feet
Pools
About 56% of homes have a pool
ZIP code
85051
School districts
Washington Elementary School District, Glendale Union High School District
Boundaries
Nearest major streets: 43rd Avenue (east), 51st Avenue (west).

Neighborhoods and recorded plats in Sands West

The recorded subdivisions that make up the community, largest first.

  • Sands West 1, about 111 homes
  • Sands West 2, about 68 homes
  • Sands West Unit 3, about 48 homes

Related pages

Nearby communities, the ZIP code and city, and the countywide map.

Sands West questions, answered

Where is Sands West?

Sands West is in Phoenix, Arizona, ZIP 85051. Nearest major streets: 43rd Avenue (east), 51st Avenue (west).

How many homes are in Sands West?

About 227 homes, according to Maricopa County Assessor records accessed November 3, 2026. All are single family homes.

When were homes in Sands West built?

Most homes were built mostly from 1960 to 1966. The oldest home on record was built in 1958 and the newest in 1969.

How big are homes in Sands West?

Most homes are about 1,685 to 2,301 square feet, with a median of 1,912 square feet on lots of about 8,900 square feet.

What school districts serve Sands West?

Washington 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 Sands West?

The boundary and home figures follow the recorded subdivision plats that make up Sands West: Sands West 1, Sands West 2 and Sands West Unit 3. The live search shows MLS listings whose subdivision name includes Sands West, in ZIP 85051. Figures were calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners from Maricopa County Assessor parcel records accessed November 3, 2026.

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Sources

  1. Maricopa County Assessor parcel records for the single family homes, condominiums and townhomes inside the Sands West boundary, accessed November 3, 2026: home counts, year built, sizes, lots, pools, ZIP codes and school districts. Ranges are the 10th to 90th percentile.
  2. Maricopa County recorded subdivision plats, used for the community boundary and the list of recorded plats.
  3. Maricopa County recorded sale prices since January 1, 2024, over $75,000, excluding deeds that moved three or more parcels at one price.
  4. 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.

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