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City of Queen Creek
Queen Creek was incorporated in 1989 and now possesses over 21,000 acres. The history goes back a lot further, when early settlers discovered that the land was ripe for growing cotton, citrus and other crops. The town was originally known as Rittenhouse but eventually became known as Queen Creek when it was named after the new mine.
Queen Creek cares about its history. The Queen Creek Wash, from which the town was originally named, is being preserved as a public trail and open space. Even though the washes remain dry they encourage wildlife, birds and plant life. The heritage of the town can also still be seen in the street names, which reflect some of the founding families.
Queen Creek stands elevated at 1,400 feet, at the foot of the San Tan Mountains. The town enjoys a sunny climate of 101 degrees F during the summer and 32 degrees F in the winter. But the great weather isn't all Queen Creek has to offer.
The town is at the base of the San Tan Mountains and has a population of approximately 14,000. It is 45 minutes away from Phoenix - enough distance to retain Queen Creek's status as a small town, but close enough to take advantage of the easy commute for the Phoenix metropolitan lifestyle.
Queen Creek is surrounded by natural beauty and has a quaint feel to it. It benefits from having a low crime rate and being a small, friendly community. It is reputed to be the Valley of the Sun's best-kept secret. With both local and high tech businesses located nearby, finding work is rarely a problem.
For people relocating with young families, Queen Creek is a Unified School District, providing the choice of four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. People interested in Higher Education will be pleased to note that less than a mile from the border of Queen Creek is the Arizona State University.
One of the many popular attractions in Queen Creek is the Schnepf Farm, which is 60 years old and consists of 300 acres. The family who own it host many festivals throughout the year including a Pumpkin and Chili Party; Strawberry Festival; Peach Festival and a haunted train ride through their orchards in October!
Residents of the town can enjoy the several golf courses nearby, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and outdoor living pursuits in general. A recent addition to the town is the Desert Mountain Park, which includes four baseball fields, two soccer fields, an equestrian staging area, playground areas, and basketball and volleyball courts.
Queen Creek neighborhoods
Johnson Ranch
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