North Phoenix Is BOOMING and Desert Ridge Is Leading the Way!

If you’ve felt the energy in North Phoenix lately you’re not imagining it. Corporate HQs, tech megaprojects, and new residential options are stacking up like sunshine days, and the Desert Ridge area sits right at the center of it all.

What’s fueling the boom?

• Arizona Cardinals HQ is coming to North Phoenix. The team is moving its headquarters and training facility to the Paradise Ridge site just north of Loop 101, with an opening targeted for 2028. It’s a 30 acre, state-of-the-art complex within a larger 217 acre mixed-use plan, an immediate credibility boost for the neighborhood and a long-term jobs engine.
• Sprouts Farmers Market is planting roots at High Street. Sprouts broke ground on a new campus near 56th St & Loop 101 that combines ~180,000 sqft of office with a flagship store and supporting retail, with a planned move-in by August 2026. Think hundreds of quality jobs right where we shop and dine.
• Discount Tire is doubling down on Desert Ridge. Beyond acquiring a 35 acre site near the 101 & 51 for a future HQ campus, the company also bought the Desert Ridge Corporate Center, signaling long-term commitment and more daytime traffic for local businesses.
• Mayo Clinic’s $1.9B expansion adds 1.2 million sqft of advanced care and research space, another anchor of high-skill employment and innovation minutes from Desert Ridge.
• TSMC’s North Phoenix chip campus keeps expanding. The semiconductor giant broke ground on a third fab near 43rd Ave & Dove Valley and is building a 15 acre industrial water reclamation plant to recycle nearly all water used on site. Translation: thousands of high wage jobs, spinoff companies, and steady household formation. 

Why it's are so desirable.

Location does the heavy lifting here. The 101/51 interchange makes commuting across the Valley easy. You’ve got Desert Ridge Marketplace, High Street, the MIM, Wildfire Golf, and quick jumps into Scottsdale Quarter and Kierland. It’s the rare pocket where resort living, daily convenience, and job centers all meet.

On top of that, builders and developers are still investing right here:

• Talinn at Desert Ridge (D.R. Horton) brings fresh single-family and townhome options minutes from the Marketplace.
• New land for future neighborhoods is trading hands.  K. Hovnanian recently won ~52 acres adjacent to the JW Marriott Desert Ridge, a strong signal for more top-tier homes on the way.
• Condo life is leveling up with The Luxe at Desert Ridge, where large, lock-and-leave floor plans (including ~4,000 sqft layouts) attract downsizers who want space without the yardwork.

How this impacts housing—buyers.

• Big employers = steady buyer pipelines. Expect well-located homes to hold value and move quickly.
• More variety, not necessarily more “cheap.” New builds and planned communities add choice, but land and materials still keep pricing firm. Get pre-approved, be ready to tour fast, and consider townhomes/condos as smart entry points.
• Lifestyle premium. Golf, dining, concerts, trail systems... paying for daily life you’ll actually use is often worth it here. For many, Desert Ridge checks every box.

How this impacts housing—sellers.

• Broader buyer pool. Corporate relocations and promotions tied to these projects expand the number of qualified buyers, great news for well-presented listings.
• Presentation matters. With new construction nearby, resale homes win on upgrades, outdoor living, and turnkey condition. Small improvements (paint, lighting, landscape refresh) can unlock bigger returns.
• Timing the market = timing the headlines. Listing alongside major openings/milestones can boost attention and traffic.

North Phoenix, especially Desert Ridge, is in the middle of a rare moment where jobs, lifestyle, and smart growth are all lining up. If you’re buying, act early and target the pockets closest to the action. If you’re selling, ride the momentum with a polished, move-in ready home.