Goodyear

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Goodyear, AZ

Area Guide

Bask in the recreational opportunities of this growing Phoenix suburb

Suburban Growing Active Scenic Mountain Views Riverside Family-Friendly Convenient

Located in the Sonoran Desert, Goodyear sits 17 miles west of Phoenix, offering a mix of suburban living and outdoor recreation. The city, named after the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company's historic cotton operations, has grown into an established community. Estrella Mountain Regional Park spans 20,000 acres with more than 30 miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, while baseball fans gather at Goodyear Ballpark during spring training to watch the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds. Current rental rates range from $1,283 for studios to $2,821 for four-bedroom homes.

Goodyear features several distinct neighborhoods across its landscape. The Estrella community stretches across 20,000 acres near the Estrella Mountains, showcasing desert vistas, while Palm Valley, situated north of Interstate 10, offers established residential areas. PebbleCreek, a 55+ community, features 54 holes of golf and resort amenities. The area's roots trace back to 1917, when the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company purchased 16,000 acres for cotton cultivation. Today, Goodyear's population exceeds 95,000, and residents experience more than 300 sunny days annually, making it a sought-after rental destination that combines suburban convenience with desert landscapes.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Goodyear, AZ is $1,220 for a studio, $1,422 for one bedroom, $1,672 for two bedrooms, and $2,152 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Goodyear has decreased by -6.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,422/month
766 Sq Ft
House
$2,715/month
1,969 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,618/month
902 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,592/month
1,520 Sq Ft
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Transportation

27

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Wildflower School

Public

Grades PK-8

683 Students

Western Sky Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

954 Students

Westar Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

773 Students

Desert Thunder

Public

Grades PK-8

911 Students

Palm Valley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

671 Students

Wildflower School

Public

Grades PK-8

683 Students

Western Sky Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

954 Students

Westar Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

773 Students

Desert Thunder

Public

Grades PK-8

911 Students

Palm Valley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

671 Students

Millennium High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,121 Students

Estrella Foothills High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,398 Students

Desert Edge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,991 Students

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Estrella Mountain Regional Park
  • Base and Meridian Wildlife Area

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.