Scottsdale has a personality all its own, blending the spirit of the Old West with beautiful desert landscapes, world-class resorts, exceptional dining, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene. One of the things I love most about Scottsdale is how dramatically its character changes as you travel from south to north. Old Town Scottsdale is full of energy, with its art galleries, restaurants, boutiques, and lively entertainment, while North Scottsdale offers a quieter desert setting with stunning mountain views, beautiful golf communities, and impressive custom homes. The McDowell Sonoran Preserve is one of the area's greatest treasures, with miles of trails winding through spectacular Sonoran Desert scenery. Scottsdale is also known for its architectural diversity, from charming mid-century homes and contemporary condominiums to extraordinary luxury estates. And of course, there's the excitement of the Waste Management Phoenix Open, spring training baseball, and a year-round calendar of festivals and events. What I appreciate most about Scottsdale is its versatility. Whether you're enjoying an evening in Old Town, exploring a desert trail, or simply taking in a mountain sunset, there's always another side of Scottsdale to discover.
294,350 people live in Scottsdale, where the median age is 47.5 and the average individual income is $83,611. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Scottsdale, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Fresh Beets, Something Baked, and Chef Mike Scoplitte.
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| Dining | 2.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.6 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Dining · $ | 2.6 miles | 137 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.27 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.51 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Active | 2.6 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Active | 2.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.3 miles | 34 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.41 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.42 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.6 miles | 6 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.6 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Scottsdale has 139,212 households, with an average household size of 2.208181818181818. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Scottsdale do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 294,350 people call Scottsdale home. The population density is 2,615 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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