Yes, Virginia, there is paradise on earth and it’s in Paradise Valley, AZ. Cave Creek and Carefree Mountains on the north, Piestewa Peak on the west, McDowell Mountains on the east and Camelback Mountain on the south surround this beautiful community. In the center of town is the 320-acre Mummy Mountain Preserve, part of which is held in trust. Click Here -- Shop for your dream home in Paradise Valley! Despite the town’s relatively small size and population (under 15,000), Paradise Valley is home to 12 resorts and either is or has been the home of many notables: Barry Goldwater, Erma Bombeck, Jesse Owens, Hugh Downs, Bill Keane, Stevie Nicks, Sandra Day O’Connor, Randy Johnson, Jeff Hornacek, just to name a few. Here is just a small but enticing sampling of our resorts. Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain enjoys a legacy filled with Hollywood celebrities and international tennis stars. The story begins in the early 1950s when a group of prominent investors including Hollywood stars John Ireland, Joanne Dru and Sydney Chaplin, Charlie Chaplin’s son, bought the unique mountainside property. Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain is a luxury boutique hideaway with dramatic mountain and spa casitas offering spectacular views of Paradise Valley. Sanctuary Spa, an intimate retreat, offers Asian-inspired treatments along with a relaxing meditation garden, movement studio and fitness center. Elements Restaurant features farm-fresh cuisine with Asian accents while Jade Bar is known for its extensive wine list. Camelback Inn, a landmark resort set on 125 acres of lush desert landscape, gives guests an authentic Southwestern experience. Nestled at the base of Mummy Mountain and overlooking the famous Camelback Mountain, this is a place where luxury comes naturally. Nestled at the foot of picturesque Camelback Mountain, the InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa is located in the heart Paradise Valley. Inspired by the Andalusia region of Southern Spain, Montelucia reflects its European influences from the décor to fine dining experiences. Montelucia’s coveted location provides guests convenient access to high-end shopping districts, fine dining, recreation, and entertainment venues. Paradise Valley Schools The Paradise Valley Unified School District offers a premiere education to students in kindergarten through grade 12. We have 31 elementary schools (free, full-day kindergarten through grade six); eight middle schools (grades seven and eight); and six high schools (grades nine through 12). The district offers a variety of education choice programs, including K-12 International Baccalaureate, Core Knowledge©, S.T.E.M.G2 (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Global Geography), Digital Learning Center, fine arts, career & technical education, before- after-school programs, sports and extracurricular activities for all ages. Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is one of ten colleges, two skill centers, and multiple satellite locations that comprise the Maricopa County Community College District. Founded in 1985, PVCC has grown from a per-semester enrollment in 1987 of 3,700 to over 9,105 today. Paradise Valley Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA). Besides all that, PVCC is also home to the Center for the Performing Arts. The Paradise Valley Mall anchors Paradise Valley Urban Village, a multi-use development whose retail component alone has more than 3.08 million square feet of space. Within the mall, a four-anchor mix (one of the largest of any mall within a 10-mile radius) led by Macy’s is accompanied by more than 150 specialty stores and restaurants, including Ann Taylor, American Eagle Outfitters, Origins, Aveda, Limited Too, and GAP. Catering to the market’s many young families, Paradise Valley Mall offers such amenities as a children’s play area and carousel.
Living in Paradise Valley, Arizona
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Living in Paradise Valley
Enjoying the additional amenities of Buckeye and Avondale is a breeze. Both are within easy driving distance with Avondale being the closest metro neighbor.
The Paradise Valley Business Community
This highly educated community (69% college graduates with 32% having advanced degrees) enjoys an extremely low crime rate and enjoys a healthy economic base: professional, scientific and technical services; health care; finance; insurance; education; tourism; food service and public administration. Signature Healthcare is our biggest employer.
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