Anthem · North East Valley
Anthem, AZ real estate agent & realtor.
Homes for sale, neighborhoods and local guidance in Anthem from Jan Tamou, REALTOR.
Anthem is a master-planned community along the I-17 corridor north of Phoenix, with parks, trails and a range of home sizes. Searches often focus on specific streets and on the area known as The Landing.
Jan helps you compare Anthem's different neighborhoods, and helps sellers price their homes using recent comparable sales.
Moving to Anthem: what to plan for
If you are relocating to Anthem, a few things are worth planning early: which part of the Valley fits your commute, how summer cooling costs affect your budget, and whether to tour in person or start with video walk-throughs.
Jan has helped buyers relocating from other states, and works with clients in English, Arabic and Assyrian.
- Map your commute at the hours you will actually drive it
- Ask for a year of electric and water costs on any home you tour
- Decide which features are must-haves: pool, garage size, single story, no HOA
- Line up your lender early so you can move quickly on the right home
New construction in Anthem: what to know before you walk into a model
Builders in the Valley offer both to-be-built homes and quick move-in homes that are finished or nearly finished. New homes come with warranties and modern systems, but the contract is written by the builder, so the details matter.
Bring your agent on your first visit. Many builders will only pay a buyer's agent if that agent is registered at your first visit to the sales office, and the on-site sales team represents the builder, not you. A new home should still get its own independent inspection before closing.
- Register Jan on your first visit to any model home or sales office
- Compare builder incentives, including closing-cost help that may depend on using a preferred lender
- Ask what is included versus an upgrade, and whether the lot carries a premium
- Schedule an independent inspection before closing, even on a brand-new home
Homes with a pool in Anthem
A pool is a top search across the Valley, where much of the year is warm. Pool homes can cost more to buy and to carry, so it pays to look past the water to the equipment and the rules.
Jan points out the pool's age and condition, the equipment, the safety barrier and any HOA rules, and recommends a pool inspection alongside the home inspection. Ask for a few months of pool service, water and electric costs.
- Get a separate pool and equipment inspection
- Check the safety barrier, gates and any alarms
- Ask about service, water and electric costs, and what it does to your insurance
- Look at the age of the pump, heater and pool surface
Communities and areas buyers ask about in Anthem
These names come up most often in searches for Anthem homes. Ask Jan for current listings and recent sales in any of them.
- The Landing
- Zip 85086
Selling in Anthem?
A good listing starts with an honest valuation. Jan prepares a free, no-obligation valuation using recent sales of similar homes, then walks you through preparation, pricing and negotiating offers.
Frequently asked questions about Anthem real estate
Is Sun City Anthem the same as Anthem?
No. Sun City Anthem (Merrill Ranch) is a separate 55+ community near Florence in Pinal County, not the Anthem community north of Phoenix. Searches for the two are often confused, so Jan makes sure you are looking in the right place.
How do I compare neighborhoods in Anthem?
Compare the same things in each area: age and size of homes, lot size, HOA fees and rules, commute, nearby services, and what comparable homes have recently sold for. Jan can pull recent sales so you are comparing real numbers rather than asking prices.
Is down payment assistance available for homes in Anthem?
Arizona has several down payment assistance programs, and many apply statewide, including homes in Anthem. Eligibility depends on things like income, credit score, purchase price limits and, for some programs, first-time buyer status. Down payment assistance is Jan's specialty, so ask her which programs you may qualify for before you start shopping.
How long does it take to buy a home in Anthem?
A typical financed purchase takes roughly 30 to 45 days from an accepted offer to closing, with the search before that depending on how quickly the right home appears. Getting pre-approved first, and knowing your must-haves, is the best way to shorten it.
How is a home valued in Anthem?
Valuation starts with recent sales of similar homes nearby, then adjusts for size, condition, lot, upgrades, pool and location. Market conditions matter too. Jan can prepare a free, no-obligation valuation using current local data.
Do I need my own agent to buy a new build in Anthem?
It is a good idea. The sales team at a builder's model home works for the builder, and many builders will only pay a buyer's agent who is registered on your first visit. Having Jan with you from the start protects that, and she can help you review the contract, upgrades and inspection.
Ready to make a move in Anthem?
Tell Jan what you are hoping to do and she will map out your next steps.