Situated on the northeastern edge of the Phoenix Valley at the southern end of the McDowell Mountains is Fountain Hills, a unique community devoted to the arts, golf, and the night sky, not to mention its famous fountain. If any town in the Phoenix Valley has a unique pedigree and vibe, it’s Fountain Hills. Its location on the metropolitan area’s periphery gives residents a sense of peace while also being close to shopping and the vibrant life that entices people to Arizona.

Fountain Hills slopes gently toward the McDowell Mountains, starting with an elevation of 1,520 feet at the famous fountain and rising to 3,190 feet on a spur of the McDowell Mountains on the town’s western border. This elevation allows Fountain Hills to be a few degrees cooler than Phoenix in the summer but also played a part in being named an International Dark Sky Community. Natural features like the McDowell Mountains, the McDowell Mountain Regional Park, and two adjacent native American nations shield the city from light pollution. The Fountain Hills Dark Sky Association has worked with the town council and staff to change outdoor lighting and sign ordinances to address light pollution and ensure that night lighting is low impact.

Find Your Retirement or Vacation Home

With a population of just under 24,000, Fountain Hills is one of the fastest-growing communities in the area. The community offers a rich cultural life, along with plenty of carefree condominiums and townhomes, many of which are within walking distance of Fountain Park. These affordable residences start at around $400,000, making them ideal as second homes for sale in Fountain Hills.  snowbirds. However, you’ll also find plenty of developments that are perfect starter homes or communities for growing families, along with multi-million dollar luxury executive homes. Popular neighborhoods include Fountain Hills, Eagle Mountain, and North Heights.

A Golfer’s Paradise

Golfers will find no better place to live in the Valley than Fountain Hills. Play a different course every day of the week, all just minutes from your door. Within Fountain Hills’ borders, you’ll find Fire Rock Country Club, plus the public courses at Desert Canyon Golf Club, Fountain Hills Golf Course, Eagle Mountain Golf Club, and Sun Ridge Canyon Golf Club. Just outside Fountain Hills are the two courses at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club in Fort McDowell and Verde River Golf & Social Club in Rio Verde.

Fun Town Center

Few town centers can boast more fun things to do than Fountain Hills. Just south of the town center is Fountain Hills Park, where you can see the famous fountain, play disc golf, have a picnic, or simply walk around the lake. Downtown has a mixture of grocery, hardware stores, drug stores, quirky boutiques, art galleries, a public art walk, a community center, and more. There’s always something going on, plus you can’t beat the food. Enjoy outstanding cuisine at places like Oka Sushi, Euro Pizza Café, and Alexander’s Greek Kitchen, among others.

New Businesses

Manny’s at Park Place, 16725 E. Avenue of the Fountains, Suite C-109

Slated to open in fall 2022, Manny’s is a family-owned business that features men’s dress and casual apparel with a stylish European look.

Veeta’s Vegan, 16751 E. Parkview Ave, Suite 1

Plant-based wellness café, slated to open on September 7, offers fresh juices, fruit and vegetable chips, dried foods, nut milks, specialty dishes, and more.