The July Update
July has that peak-summer feeling: Long lazy days, impromptu stops for ice cream and last-minute adventures. To me, this month always flies by the fastest, so I’m soaking in every bit of sunshine and time with family!
Before we dive in, here’s a little peek at life lately:
🍉 Living on cold iced drinks like mint lemonade and fresh fruits
🎆 Enjoying all the summer festivities
🏖️ Permanently working pool side until further notice
What’s something you’re looking forward to this month? Hit reply and let me know—I love hearing what you're up to!
👉 New Sprouts-anchored commercial development clears planning board in Mesa
A new mixed-use project near Mesa Gateway Airport anchored by a Sprouts Grocery has just been approved by the Mesa Planning & Zoning Board—bringing fresh retail and dining options to the growing area.
👉 FUNBOX, Arizona’s largest indoor bounce house, opens in Mesa
FUNBOX has launched a 14,000 sq ft indoor inflatable park in Mesa—the state’s first permanent location—with slides, obstacle courses, tween/teen zones, arcade games, and party rooms, ideal for family entertainment.
👉Mercy Center in Gilbert debuts Arizona’s largest solar-powered Starbucks
The 11‑acre Mercy Center at South Val Vista Drive has opened, featuring Arizona’s largest Starbucks (a two‑story, solar‑powered flagship with a 23‑car drive-thru), alongside wellness and medical tenants like Beem Light Sauna, Honoré Skin Clinic, Prizm Dental, Brikhouse Orthodontics, and more.
👉The Kolache Cafe is expanding rapidly in the East Valley—with two Mesa locations open and plans to open in Gilbert and east Mesa later this year—bringing delicious Czech-style pastries to the neighborhood.
Here’s what I’m noticing in our East Valley market…
It’s currently a mixed but shifting buyer’s market in many East Valley neighborhoods due to higher inventory and longer days on market in some areas—though pockets like Queen Creek and parts of Gilbert are still competitive.
💰 Homes in Mesa have sold for about 0.5% less than they did this time last year.
⏳ In Queen Creek, well-priced homes are still selling quickly—often within 10–14 days.
🏠 If you're buying in Gilbert, you may have room to negotiate—over 70% of homes sold below asking pricelast month.
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Arizona Celebration of Freedom
July 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Downtown Mesa’s signature Independence Day event returns with live entertainment, a patriotic car show, naturalization ceremony, and a large fireworks display—one of Arizona’s biggest free celebrations
Gilbert 4th of July Celebration
July 4, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (fireworks at ~8:50 PM)
Held at Gilbert Regional Park, this free family event features live performances, a drone show, and fireworks—presented by Earnhardt Auto and Haydon
Hometown 4th at Schnepf Farms
July 4, 2025 | Gates open at 4:00 PM
Celebrate Independence Day at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek with food trucks, live music, water slides, a festive atmosphere, and a fireworks finale
Drums Across the Desert
July 13, 2025 | 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Experience an evening of competitive marching-band performances under the stars at Mesa Community College Stadium—an entertaining show for the whole family
Live Music at the Queen Creek Olive Mill
Various dates in July 2025 (e.g., July 4, 11, 12, 18) | Evenings
Enjoy live music at the scenic Olive Mill, featuring local acts like Ian Eric, Brian Starck, Tangelo Bros, and more throughout the month
Cheers to a great month ahead! And if you’re ever need a local recommendation or have a real estate question, just hit reply to this email. I’m here to be a resource!
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