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Phoenix, Arizona · ZIP 85008
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A community of about 146 homes in Phoenix, built mostly from 1925 to 1955.
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Vel Ru is a community of about 146 homes in Phoenix, Arizona, all single family homes, built mostly from 1925 to 1955. Typical homes are about 1,207 square feet on lots of about 7,100 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 Vel Ru
Where it is, what the homes are like, and who serves it.
- Homes
- About 146
- Home types
- All single family homes
- Year built
- 1925 to 1955 (10th to 90th percentile), 1913 to 2018 overall
- Home size
- Typically 846 to 1,750 square feet, median 1,207
- Lot size
- Typically 6,100 square feet to 9,300 square feet, median 7,100 square feet
- Pools
- About 4% of homes have a pool
- ZIP codes
- 85008 (56%), 85006 (44%)
- School districts
- Creighton Elementary School District, Phoenix Union High School District
- Boundaries
- Nearest major streets: Thomas Road (north), McDowell Road (south), Piestewa Freeway (west).
Neighborhoods and recorded plats in Vel Ru
The recorded subdivisions that make up the community, largest first.
- Vel Ru, about 79 homes
- West Vel Ru, about 67 homes
Related pages
Nearby communities, the ZIP code and city, and the countywide map.
Vel Ru questions, answered
Where is Vel Ru?
Vel Ru is in Phoenix, Arizona, ZIP 85008. Nearest major streets: Thomas Road (north), McDowell Road (south), Piestewa Freeway (west).
How many homes are in Vel Ru?
About 146 homes, according to Maricopa County Assessor records accessed November 3, 2026. All are single family homes.
When were homes in Vel Ru built?
Most homes were built mostly from 1925 to 1955. The oldest home on record was built in 1913 and the newest in 2018.
How big are homes in Vel Ru?
Most homes are about 846 to 1,750 square feet, with a median of 1,207 square feet on lots of about 7,100 square feet.
What school districts serve Vel Ru?
Creighton 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.
How does this page define Vel Ru?
The boundary and home figures follow the recorded subdivision plats that make up Vel Ru: Vel Ru and West Vel Ru. The live search shows MLS listings whose subdivision name includes Vel Ru, in ZIP 85008 and 85006. 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 Vel Ru 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.