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Commute from Scottsdale to TSMC Arizona
TSMC Arizona's fab is at 5088 W Innovation Circle, Phoenix AZ 85083 in Maricopa County. From Scottsdale, that's roughly a 20-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 Scottsdale 85254
Recent sales in 85254 ranged from $777,000 to $1,275,000, with a typical price near $992,000. Median home size sold was 2,354 sq ft. That works out to roughly $425 per square foot.
Price by Home Size
| Size | Recent sales | Median $/sqft | $/sqft range (p25–p75) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,400-1,900 sq ft | 78 sales | $429/sqft median | $396–$464 /sqft |
| 1,900-2,600 sq ft | 154 sales | $420/sqft median | $376–$483 /sqft |
| Over 2,600 sq ft | 131 sales | $426/sqft median | $354–$561 /sqft |
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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 Scottsdale, Phoenix AZ 85254
District: ZIP-level data shows the schools below; confirm the exact district and attendance boundary for a specific address at azreportcards.azed.gov.
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)
| School | State Grade | Grades Served |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elementary School | A | Preschool - Grade 6 |
| Copper Canyon Elementary School | A | Preschool - Grade 6 |
Middle Schools (most attended)
| School | State Grade | Grades Served |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Shadows Middle School | A | Grade 5 - Grade 8 |
| Sunrise Middle School | B | Grade 5 - Grade 8 |
High Schools (most attended)
| School | State Grade | Grades Served |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon School | B | Kindergarten - Grade 8 |
| Horizon High School | A | Grade 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 Scottsdale
Here's what homeownership actually looks like in 85254, based on recent closed sales rather than marketing copy:
- 23% of recent sales carried an HOA, median $98/mo
- 77% had a private pool
- 9% were in a gated section
- 2% were on or adjacent to a golf course
- 1% 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 Scottsdale
Grocery and big-box options within range, pulled from live Google Places data.
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Popular Markets near Scottsdale
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
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 Scottsdale
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Healthcare Near Scottsdale, Phoenix 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 Scottsdale
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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 Scottsdale
Established resale stock — median sale in this ZIP was built around 1985. 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 Scottsdale Near TSMC
How far is Scottsdale from TSMC Arizona?
Scottsdale is roughly a 20-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 Scottsdale 85254?
Recent sales in 85254 ranged roughly $777,000 to $1,275,000, with a typical price around $992,000.
What schools serve Scottsdale?
Based on recent home sales in 85254, the most commonly attended high school is Horizon School (rated B by the Arizona Department of Education), Horizon (rated A by the Arizona Department of Education). Confirm exact attendance boundaries at azed.gov, since ZIP-level data can span more than one district.
Does Scottsdale have an HOA?
About 23% of recently sold homes in 85254 carried an HOA, with a median fee around $98/month.
Clifford Wong
West USA Realty · TSMC Corridor Specialist
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 Scottsdale, call or text me at 602-300-7153.