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Northwest Phoenix Relocation Guide · El Mirage, Maricopa County, AZ 85335

Living in El Mirage AZ

El Mirage is roughly a 15-minute drive from the TSMC Arizona fab at 5088 W Innovation Circle. Recent sales in 85335 ranged from $313,000 to $363,000, with a typical price near $353,000. Median home size sold was 1,514 sq ft. That works out to roughly $225 per square foot. Homes here are currently averaging about 42 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$313,000 to $363,000
HOA$31/mo
SchoolsDysart Unified School District (DUSD)

Commute from El Mirage to TSMC Arizona

TSMC Arizona's fab is at 5088 W Innovation Circle, Phoenix AZ 85083 in Maricopa County. From El Mirage, 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 El Mirage 85335

Recent sales in 85335 ranged from $313,000 to $363,000, with a typical price near $353,000. Median home size sold was 1,514 sq ft. That works out to roughly $225 per square foot.

Price by Home Size

SizeRecent salesMedian $/sqft$/sqft range (p25–p75)
Under 1,400 sq ft61 sales$256/sqft median$248–$274 /sqft
1,400-1,900 sq ft49 sales$211/sqft median$198–$225 /sqft
1,900-2,600 sq ft24 sales$184/sqft median$175–$193 /sqft
Search active listings in 85335 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 El Mirage AZ 85335

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
Dysart
El Mirage Elementary SchoolAPreschool - Grade 4

Middle Schools (most attended)

SchoolState GradeGrades Served
Dysart Middle SchoolBGrade 5 - Grade 8
Dysart Middle SchoolBGrade 5 - Grade 8

High Schools (most attended)

SchoolState GradeGrades Served
Dysart 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 El Mirage

Here's what homeownership actually looks like in 85335, based on recent closed sales rather than marketing copy:

  • 64% of recent sales carried an HOA, median $31/mo
  • 14% had a private pool
  • 0% were in a gated section
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 El Mirage

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

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Popular Markets near El Mirage

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 El Mirage

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Healthcare Near El Mirage 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 El Mirage

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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 El Mirage

Primarily built during Phoenix's 2000s growth era — median sale in this ZIP was built around 2001. Budget for HVAC and roofing replacement on the older end of that range.

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 El Mirage Near TSMC

How far is El Mirage from TSMC Arizona?
El Mirage 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 El Mirage 85335?
Recent sales in 85335 ranged roughly $313,000 to $363,000, with a typical price around $353,000.
What schools serve El Mirage?
Based on recent home sales in 85335, the most commonly attended high school is Dysart High (rated A by the Arizona Department of Education), Valley Vista (rated A by the Arizona Department of Education). El Mirage is generally served by Dysart Unified School District (DUSD).
Does El Mirage have an HOA?
About 64% of recently sold homes in 85335 carried an HOA, with a median fee around $31/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 El Mirage, call or text me at 602-300-7153.

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