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Squaw Peak Groves Neighborhood
Boundaries: 12th Street, 12th Place, Glenn Drive, and the Arizona Canal

Formerly citrus groves this up and coming neighborhood has evolved into a midcentury suburb boasting beautiful views and access to the canal.  It has seen an uptick in popularity as trendy new restaurants and local businesses are tapping into the potential that is afforded given the prime central location, and atomic ranch appeal.  It is also in the very desirable Madison 1 school district.

Tucked between 12th Street and 12th Place, Glenn Drive and the Arizona Canal, this hidden gem of atomic ranch homes — built primarily between 1960 and 1962 — is a suburban dream.

Set against the backdrop of Piestewa Peak, this cluster of cul-de-sacs and winding no-outlet drives delivers on generous lots, manicured lawns, and quaint facades that feel familiar to anyone who grew up in Phoenix’s more midcentury developments: It’s ideal for anyone looking to raise a family without relinquishing that coveted central location.   

One prominent local business is Luci's at the Orchard located on 12th street just north of Glendale avenue.   Luci’s owners Ken and Lucia Schnitzer have been bringing the area’s past front and center with their multi-use space, The Orchard.

Located on a former citrus farm and nursery, The Orchard features Luci’s second location, Splurge Ice Cream and Candy Shop, and Pomelo, an Italian eatery with a citrus name to pay homage to the neighborhood’s history.  Since its opening in 2016, the generous space has become a hotspot for 12th Street corridor residents looking for a place to gather with their kids, dogs, and the influx of new neighbors. Actually, The Orchard has become a major selling point for the once-sleepy neighborhood, where home values have substantially increased.