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Upscale suburban. Golf courses, resorts, spas. New homes $650-900K. 10-15 minute drive to Old Town. Families and retirees.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale
Upscale suburban. Golf courses, resorts, spas. New homes $650-900K. 10-15 minute drive to Old Town. Families and retirees.
Scottsdale Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,550/mo
Median 2BR rent
$2,050/mo
Median home price
$625K
Avg utilities
$175/mo
City-wide medians. Central Scottsdale rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Scottsdale breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Scottsdale
Compare Central Scottsdale with other popular areas.
Old Town Scottsdale
Upscale, walkable, artsy. Galleries, high-end restaurants, spas. Median rent $1,800/month 1BR. Older demographic; touristy on weekends. Parking is difficult.
Scottsdale Quarter
Modern mixed-use with shopping, restaurants, offices. High Walk Score (72). Newer construction, younger professionals. Rents $1,600-1,900/month 1BR.
North Scottsdale
Ultra-wealthy gated communities and new construction. Golf-course living, country clubs. Homes start $800K, median $1.2M+. Car-dependent.
South Scottsdale
More affordable, transitional. Lower-income families, service workers. Homes $400-500K; rents $1,200-1,500/month. Less walkable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central Scottsdale a good neighborhood in Scottsdale?
Upscale suburban. Golf courses, resorts, spas. New homes $650-900K. 10-15 minute drive to Old Town. Families and retirees.
What is the rent in Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale?
Scottsdale citywide median 1BR rent is $1,550/mo. Central Scottsdale pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Scottsdale often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Central Scottsdale in Scottsdale known for?
Upscale suburban. Golf courses, resorts, spas. New homes $650-900K. 10-15 minute drive to Old Town. Families and retirees.
How does Central Scottsdale compare to other Scottsdale neighborhoods?
Central Scottsdale is one of 5 notable neighborhoods in Scottsdale. Other options include Old Town Scottsdale, Scottsdale Quarter, North Scottsdale.
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