Question 1

Is 85033 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85033 in Phoenix has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Phoenix city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 85033 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 85033?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85033 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 85033. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 85033 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Phoenix. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 85033?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 85033 is approximately $327K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 85033 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 85033 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 85033 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85033 has an overall NeighborScore of 69/100, placing it in the moderate range for Phoenix. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 69/100, 85033 scores similarly to the middle tier of Phoenix neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Phoenix — ZIP 85033

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
ACCLAIM Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Westland School	KG–12	—	—	—
Pioneer Preparatory - A Challenge Foundation	KG–06	—	—	—
Western School of Science and Technology	07–12	—	—	—
Academy of Math and Science Camelback	KG–08	—	—	—
Victory Collegiate Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Desert Sands Academy of Mass Communication & Journalism	06–08	—	—	—
Estrella Middle School College and Career Prep	06–08	—	—	—
Heatherbrae School	PK–06	—	—	—
Holiday Park School	PK–06	—	—	—
Starlight Park College Preparatory and Community School	PK–08	—	—	—
Sunset School	PK–06	—	—	—
Tomahawk School	PK–06	—	—	—
G. Frank Davidson	PK–06	—	—	—
Maryvale High School	09–12	—	—	—
Trevor Browne High School	09–12	—	—	—