Gilbert has a way of blending small-town charm with all the conveniences of a thriving, modern community. What was once a quiet agricultural town has grown into one of the East Valley's most vibrant destinations, and I love that it hasn't forgotten its roots. The historic Heritage District is one of my favorite spots, with its locally owned restaurants, lively patios, unique shops, and iconic water tower that serves as a reminder of Gilbert's history. Beyond downtown, you'll find beautifully maintained neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, waterfront properties, and a wonderful variety of housing styles, from established homes to newer communities with impressive amenities. The Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch is a hidden gem, offering peaceful walking trails, wildlife viewing, and a surprising little escape into nature right in the middle of town. Gilbert also has an abundance of parks, recreation facilities, and gathering places. What I appreciate most about Gilbert is its balance of history and progress. It has grown tremendously, but there's still a welcoming, hometown feel that makes it special.
281,769 people live in Gilbert, where the median age is 36.1 and the average individual income is $52,334. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Gilbert, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Weider Global Nutrition, Morning Quickie Coffee, and Bite Me Cake Pops & Sweets Treats.
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| Dining | 0.19 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.57 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.14 miles | 4 reviews | 2.3/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.18 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.23 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.23 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.23 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.23 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.23 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.66 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.67 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.18 miles | 2 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.2 miles | 10 reviews | 3.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.21 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Gilbert has 96,912 households, with an average household size of 2.908333333333333. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gilbert do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 281,769 people call Gilbert home. The population density is 4,053 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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