The Towne of Gilbert

Located in the Southeast Valley of the Metropolitan Phoenix area, Gilbert is one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. A booming business community, excellent school district, leisure activities, low crime rate and easy access to freeways contribute to Gilbert ranking 28 in Money Magazine’s TOP 100 CITIES to live in. Strong retail and manufacturing sectors have resulted in Gilbert having one of the highest median household incomes in the area.

LIFESTYLE

Gilbert is proud of a lifestyle which focuses on family, education, leisure activities and a growing business community.

Gilbert Real Estate

Insulated from the frantic pace of metropolitan Phoenix, Gilbert offers many amenities. A village concept of planned communities includes parks, equestrian trails, fishing, boating, and local business services, all within walking distance. Gated communities as well as equestrian properties are available in Gilbert. If you are interested in Gilbert AZ homes for sale give me a call and I can send you a list of available properties you may be interested in.

Parks & Recreation

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Department offers many leisure time activities for all ages year round. Residents age two and up can enroll in classes offered in a wide range of subjects. Classes include crafts, cooking, sports (for all ages) and ballroom dancing just to name a few. Park & Rec facilities include two community centers, one recreation center, a senior center, three municipal swimming pools and twenty park location, including a dedicated skateboard park and a dog park.

Education

There are two school districts in the Towne of Gilbert.

Gilbert School District

The Gilbert School District consists of 26 elementary schools, 6 Jr. high and 4 high schools. Twenty seven of these schools have received the state’s highest Excelling School ranking, making Gilbert one of the best school districts in the state.

Higley School District

The Higley Unified School District consists of 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school and 2 high schools. Most of these schools have received the state’s Highly Performing ranking. Due to growth in the area, the district has been growing. Williams Field High opened in the fall of 2008 and a new elementary school will be opening for the 2009/2010 school year.