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Northwest Phoenix Relocation Guide · Surprise, Maricopa County, AZ 85374

Living in Surprise AZ

Surprise is roughly a 15-minute drive from the TSMC Arizona fab at 5088 W Innovation Circle. Recent sales in 85374 ranged from $340,000 to $435,000, with a typical price near $388,000. Median home size sold was 1,696 sq ft. That works out to roughly $232 per square foot. Homes here are currently averaging about 67 days on market.

Clifford Wong, West USA Realty — TSMC Arizona real estate specialist
Clifford Wong
West USA Realty · SA699206000 · TSMC Corridor Specialist
Drive to TSMC15 min
Price Range$340,000 to $435,000
HOA$137/mo
SchoolsDysart Unified School District (DUSD)

Commute from Surprise to TSMC Arizona

TSMC Arizona's fab is at 5088 W Innovation Circle, Phoenix AZ 85083 in Maricopa County. From Surprise, that's roughly a 15-minute drive on surface streets and freeway under normal traffic — actual time depends on your exact street and time of day.

Drive times shift meaningfully during 7–8:30am and 4:30–6pm. Before making an offer, drive the actual commute yourself at the time of day you'd be commuting — map estimates and lived experience often differ by 5 to 10 minutes in this corridor.

Home Prices in Surprise 85374

Recent sales in 85374 ranged from $340,000 to $435,000, with a typical price near $388,000. Median home size sold was 1,696 sq ft. That works out to roughly $232 per square foot.

Price by Home Size

SizeRecent salesMedian $/sqft$/sqft range (p25–p75)
Under 1,400 sq ft95 sales$261/sqft median$246–$279 /sqft
1,400-1,900 sq ft211 sales$230/sqft median$211–$244 /sqft
1,900-2,600 sq ft121 sales$214/sqft median$194–$237 /sqft
Over 2,600 sq ft26 sales$236/sqft median$164–$257 /sqft
Search active listings in 85374 by size
Under 1,400 sqft → 1,400–1,900 sqft · 2-3 bed → 1,900–2,600 sqft · 3-4 bed → 2,600+ sqft · 4+ bed →
Price per square foot varies a lot by condition and updates within the same ZIP. Two homes of the same size, built the same year, can be $80K apart based on HVAC age and kitchen/bath updates. Get a real comparable pull before pricing an offer, not just a ZIP-wide average.

Schools Near Surprise AZ 85374

District: Dysart Unified School District (DUSD)

Schools below are the ones recent buyers in this ZIP most often declared on their purchase — the closest thing to real, current attendance data. State grade and grades served come from the Arizona Department of Education; click a school name for its full report card.

Elementary Schools (most attended)

SchoolState GradeGrades Served
Kingswood Elementary SchoolAPreschool - Grade 8
West Point Elementary SchoolBPreschool - Grade 8

Middle Schools (most attended)

SchoolState GradeGrades Served
Kingswood Elementary SchoolAPreschool - Grade 8
West Point Elementary SchoolBPreschool - Grade 8

High Schools (most attended)

SchoolState GradeGrades Served
Willow Canyon High SchoolAGrade 7 - Grade 12
Valley Vista High SchoolAGrade 7 - Grade 12
School boundaries change and a single ZIP can span more than one attendance zone. Always confirm the exact assigned school for a specific address with the district before making an offer.

HOA and Community Character in Surprise

Here's what homeownership actually looks like in 85374, based on recent closed sales rather than marketing copy:

  • 98% of recent sales carried an HOA, median $137/mo
  • 19% had a private pool
  • 17% were in a gated section
  • 57% were on or adjacent to a golf course
  • 5% had community-pool access
HOA dues, rules, and amenities vary by specific subdivision even within the same ZIP. Get the current CC&Rs and financials for the exact community before writing an offer, not just the ZIP-wide average shown here.

Shopping Near Surprise

Grocery and big-box options within range, pulled from live Google Places data.

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Popular Markets near Surprise

Ingredients that can be hard to find after a long-distance move. Nearest options below, sorted by distance.

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Parks, Trails, and Outdoor Activities

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Weekend Day Trips

Sedona
Red rock hiking, mountain biking, galleries, and upscale dining. Roughly 1.5 to 2 hours depending on your start point.
Flagstaff
Mountain town at 7,000 feet, 25 to 30 degrees cooler than Phoenix in summer. Roughly 2 to 2.5 hours.
Grand Canyon South Rim
A long day trip or a better one-night stay. Book lodging 6 to 12 months ahead for peak season.
Las Vegas
Roughly 4 to 4.5 hours by car, or a direct flight from Sky Harbor.

Fitness, Golf, and Recreation Near Surprise

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Healthcare Near Surprise AZ

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New-patient wait times for primary care in the northwest Valley typically run 2 to 4 weeks — generally faster than comparable California or East Coast markets.

Childcare Near Surprise

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Contact preschools well before your relocation date — infant waitlists of 3 to 6 months are common at well-reviewed centers in this corridor. Arizona DHS also maintains a public registry of licensed home-based providers for families needing flexible hours.

Home Age and What to Inspect in Surprise

Established resale stock — median sale in this ZIP was built around 1999. Most homes are on at least their second HVAC system; verify roof and window updates before writing an offer.

Questions to Ask During Inspection

  • HVAC age and maintenance records — the most important system to check in Arizona.
  • Roof and underlayment condition, and when it was last serviced.
  • Window type (single vs. dual-pane) and any planned replacement.
  • Pool equipment service history, if the home has a pool.
  • Water heater age.
  • Stucco cracks — ask whether they're cosmetic or were ever evaluated for foundation movement.
  • Solar documentation — confirm owned vs. leased before making an offer.

Questions About Living in Surprise Near TSMC

How far is Surprise from TSMC Arizona?
Surprise is roughly a 15-minute drive from TSMC Arizona at 5088 W Innovation Circle, Phoenix AZ 85083. Actual time depends on your exact street and time of day.
What are home prices in Surprise 85374?
Recent sales in 85374 ranged roughly $340,000 to $435,000, with a typical price around $388,000.
What schools serve Surprise?
Based on recent home sales in 85374, the most commonly attended high school is Willow Canyon (rated A by the Arizona Department of Education), Valley Vista (rated A by the Arizona Department of Education). Surprise is generally served by Dysart Unified School District (DUSD).
Does Surprise have an HOA?
About 98% of recently sold homes in 85374 carried an HOA, with a median fee around $137/month.
A note on this data
The prices, schools, and HOA figures above come directly from recent closed home sales and county records — not estimates. Places like restaurants and healthcare are live from Google. If you want a deeper read on a specific street or subdivision inside Surprise, call or text me at 602-300-7153.

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