Avondale and Garden Lakes

Garden Lakes is a master-planned community in Avondale built around lakes, walking paths and parks. It offers single-family homes, many with pools, and easy access to Interstate 10.

Yes. Urban House Realty has a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 2,501 sq ft two-story home with a private pool for sale at 11406 W Crimson Ln in Garden Lakes. See current details on our Listings page or call Elsa at 602-586-8447.

Avondale is a West Valley city along Interstate 10, west of downtown Phoenix and next to Goodyear. It is home to Phoenix Raceway and is close to Estrella Mountain Regional Park.

Many buyers choose Avondale for its larger homes and lots, quick freeway access and established communities like Garden Lakes. An Urban House Realty agent can walk you through current homes and prices in the area.

Urban House Realty is a boutique Phoenix brokerage led by Elsa and Andy, with more than 30 years of combined experience. We help buyers, sellers and renters in Avondale and across the West Valley; call Elsa at 602-586-8447.

Garden Lakes has an HOA that maintains its community lakes and common areas, so homes there typically include that coverage. Other neighborhoods throughout Avondale vary, with some having an HOA and others not. Because the rules and amenities differ by community, it is worth checking the specifics for any particular neighborhood you are considering.

Avondale is served by several different elementary school districts along with separate high school districts, so coverage can vary from one neighborhood to the next, including within Garden Lakes. Families should confirm the exact school boundaries for a specific address before making assumptions. This helps ensure you know which schools your children would actually attend.

Avondale and Garden Lakes are well positioned along Interstate 10 and close to the Loop 101, which makes getting around the Valley fairly convenient. Most residents can expect about a 20 to 25 minute drive to downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor Airport. This central access along major freeways is one of the practical perks of living in this part of the West Valley.

The Phoenix area enjoys more than 300 sunny days a year, with summer highs often climbing above 100 degrees from June through September and mild winters generally in the 60s and 70s. That sunshine makes it easy to enjoy the lakes and walking paths in Garden Lakes, nearby neighborhood parks and green space, Estrella Mountain Regional Park and the Tres Rios Wetlands. Phoenix Raceway is also nearby for residents who want a change of pace from outdoor recreation.

Under the standard Arizona contract, buyers generally get a 10-day inspection period by default, so it helps to move quickly once you are under contract. Be sure to review the Seller's Property Disclosure Statement and any HOA documents, and check the age of the roof, air conditioning and pool equipment, since these can be costly to replace. If the home has solar panels, confirm whether they are owned outright or under a lease, as that affects your costs and responsibilities as the new owner.