Fountain Hills is a small, scenic desert community located east of Scottsdale and about 45 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport. The town is surrounded by mountains with sweeping mountain views including Four Peaks, the Superstition Mountains and the McDowell Mountains, and boasts a natural desert landscape.
The views of Fountain Hills are one of the town's most valuable assets and are available from almost all of the numerous residential neighborhoods, custom homes and condominiums.
Even though Fountain Hills is a town and not a city, and it is a relatively small community compared to some of its neighbors, there is still plenty to do there.
Today, the town’s motto is “All that is Arizona.” This all encompassing motto is reflected in the center of town at a man made lake.
With a name like Fountain Hills, of course there is a fountain. But not just any fountain. Built 30 years ago, this dramatic landmark is a centerpiece of the town in Fountain Park. The fountain is located in the middle of a man-made 28-acre lake in the heart of Fountain Hills. One of the world's highest fountains, the 560-foot tall plume of water, shoots to the sky and is visible for many miles.
Housing Cost
Single family housing; 3 bedrooms; 2 bath; range $300,000 – $4,300,000. Condo; patio home; town homes; lofts, 3 bedrooms; 2 bath; range $200,000 -$1,402,000. Commercial 4 plexes range $575,000.
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2005: 23,217. Fountain Hills covers 18.2 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,500 to 3200 feet above sea level.
Climate
Fountain Hills, AZ climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 99.90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 41.10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 25 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Fountain Hills is 13.28 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 2.01 Inches.
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own is surrounded by mountains with sweeping mountain views including Four Peaks, the Superstition Mountains and the McDowell Mountains, and boasts a natural desert landscape.