Question 1

Is 85035 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85035 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 85035 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 85035?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85035 has a school score of 70/100, based on NCES EdFacts proficiency data for nearby public schools. Schools in 85035 perform near state averages on math and reading assessments — neither significantly above nor below the Phoenix district benchmark. For families with school-age children, the Full School Report for 85035 provides proficiency rates and enrollment data for each individual school. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 assessment data.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 85035?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 85035 is approximately $322K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 85035 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 85035 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 85035 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85035 has an overall NeighborScore of 59/100, which is below average for the Phoenix metro. The score weights crime (40%), schools (35%), and relative property value (25%). A score below 60 typically reflects above-average crime rates, below-average school proficiency, or both — though the property value component may show strong relative value (more home per dollar). Reviewing the component scores and the Full Reports for crime, schools, and real estate separately will give a clearer picture than the composite alone.

Phoenix — ZIP 85035

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Imagine Desert West Elementary	KG–05	—	—	—
Imagine Desert West Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Vista College Prep - Maryvale	KG–08	—	—	—
Vista College Prep Sueno Park	05–08	—	—	—
Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky	KG–08	—	—	—
Cartwright School	PK–08	—	—	—
Charles W. Harris School	PK–08	—	—	—
Palm Lane	PK–08	—	—	—
Peralta School	PK–06	—	—	—
Byron A. Barry School	PK–PK	—	—	—
Raul H. Castro Middle School: Academy of Fine Arts	06–08	—	—	—
Manuel Pena Jr. School	PK–06	—	—	—
Joseph Zito Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—