Neighborhood Guide
Anthem, Phoenix
Anthem is a master-planned community located in the northern part of Phoenix, Arizona. Known for its picturesque surroundings and a strong sense of community, Anthem offers a mix of suburban tranquility and modern amenities.
What to love
- Beautiful natural surroundings
- Strong community feel
- Good schools
What to consider
- Limited public transportation
- Higher property values
Market Trends
The Anthem neighborhood in the 85086 ZIP code has seen a rise in property values over the past 2 years.
$654K
↗ 18%Median sale price
99
↘ 6%Average days on market
65
↘ 2%Homes sold
Market trends are based on the previous 4 weeks of data in the 85086 zip code.
Schools
There are 2 public elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school in 85086 serving ~3,500 students.
Schools
Anthem School
8 / 10
Boulder Creek High School
7 / 10
Data provided by GreatSchools
Safety
The crime rate in Anthem is lower than the surrounding areas. There are 1 police station and 1 fire station within this 85086 code.
Overall Crime Risk
B
Violent Crime Risk
A
Property Crime Risk
B
Provided by Ovogo.com
Transportation
Anthem is close to major highways and roads for people commuting to Phoenix. There are also several public transit options nearby: bus lines. The Walk Score is 25.
buses
Valley Metro Bus Route 7
airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
bike lanes
Available
light rail
None
high speed rail
None
bike sharing programs
None
Entertainment and recreation
There are great things to do near Anthem to get out and about: Anthem Community Park, Anthem Veterans Memorial, and the Outlets at Anthem.
Anthem hosts several community events throughout the year, including the Anthem Autumnfest and Music in May concert series.
Parks
There are several parks nearby that offer you a chance to get outside and explore: Anthem Community Park with a splash pad, Daisy Mountain Railroad with easy parking, and Liberty Bell Park great for runners.



