Arcadia

Nestled in a lush corridor below Camelback Mountain along the Arizona Canal, Arcadia straddles the line between Scottsdale and Phoenix in both the literal and figurative senses, though it mostly falls within the latter of the two cities. The neighborhood owes its surprising amount of greenery to the irrigation provided in its days as a citrus-growing community, and there’s still a few holdout orange groves today. Properties here seldom run smaller than half an acre, with larger lots approaching five or more, filled with a range of home styles from classic Pueblos to custom new-build showpieces. While much of the area is residential, it’s host to a vibrant shopping and dining scene, with a mix of wine bars, brewpubs, and eateries of all sorts. A bike path along the canal and a handful of trail heads into the mountains offer year-round excuses to stay active outdoors.