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SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Maricopa County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
519
⇧ 24.2% vs 418 last year
Pending
83
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$619,000
⇩ 19.6% vs $770,200 last year
Average Price
$1,140,696
⇩ 4.8% vs $1,198,669 last year
Days on Market
93
⇧ 19.2% vs 78 days last year

Market Context

Population: 40,709  ·  Density: 2,175.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,201

Typical home value: $455,708  ·  Homeownership: 47.0%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SCOTTSDALE, AZ real estate market (85251) currently shows 519 active listings, with 83 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 101 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 19.6% year-over-year, from $770,200 to $619,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 519 this year vs 418 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $619,000 (-19.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,140,696 (-4.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.1 miles — 2,030 listings ($1,881,525,121 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
85251Scottsdale, AZ 852510.0 mi519$592,021,224$619,000$1,140,696
85250Scottsdale, AZ 852503.0 mi180$170,917,920$699,000$949,544
85008Phoenix, AZ 850084.4 mi106$51,672,032$399,999$487,472
85281Tempe, AZ 852814.6 mi93$53,890,524$479,950$579,468
85201Mesa, AZ 852015.8 mi82$31,522,850$349,000$384,425
85282Tempe, AZ 852826.9 mi110$52,130,870$484,250$473,917
85288Tempe, AZ 852887.4 mi64$27,964,288$394,450$436,942
85006Phoenix, AZ 850067.6 mi62$31,024,986$485,000$500,403
85014Phoenix, AZ 850147.9 mi154$92,287,580$460,000$599,270
85260Scottsdale, AZ 852608.1 mi237$307,034,211$720,000$1,295,503
85254Scottsdale, AZ 852548.5 mi306$397,224,720$948,500$1,298,120
85012Phoenix, AZ 850128.7 mi64$40,171,072$530,000$627,673
85004Phoenix, AZ 850049.1 mi53$33,662,844$519,900$635,148

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251?

As of January 2026, there are 519 active listings in SCOTTSDALE, AZ (zip code 85251), compared to 418 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251?

The median listing price in SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251 is $619,000 as of January 2026, a 19.6% decrease from $770,200 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SCOTTSDALE, AZ?

Homes in SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 101 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SCOTTSDALE, AZ?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251 save an estimated $12,380 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $619,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.