Ashland Ranch is an established neighborhood just south of downtown Gilbert, mostly in the 85295 zip code. It's made up of several smaller subdivisions, with homes built mainly in the late 1990s and early 2000s, many in the 2,300 to 3,700 square foot range. The Eastern Canal trail runs through the area, and the neighborhood park has a basketball court, sand volleyball and open grass. The Heritage District and SanTan Village are both close. At this age, roofs, AC units and water heaters deserve a careful look.
Ashland Ranch is the kind of neighborhood people find and then stay in. It sits just south of downtown Gilbert, with stone pillars at the entrance, mature trees along the streets and a canal trail that runs right through it.
It's not a resort style community with lakes or a clubhouse. What it offers is a settled, established feel, homes with some size to them and a location that keeps the Heritage District and SanTan Village close. Here's what to know before you tour.
Where it is and what's nearby
Ashland Ranch is in south central Gilbert, mostly in the 85295 zip code. The Heritage District and SanTan Village are both within about a ten minute drive, and the Loop 202 and US 60 connect you to the rest of the Valley.
Several subdivisions, one name
Ashland Ranch isn't one big subdivision. It's made up of several smaller ones, with names like Chestnut Hills, Cypress Point, Cedar Ridge and Aspen Hills. That matters for two reasons. Each one may have been built by a different builder with different floor plans, and each one may have its own association or rules. When you look at a home, find out exactly which subdivision it's in.
Home styles and pricing
Most homes here were built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Many fall in the 2,300 to 3,700 square foot range with four or more bedrooms, and a few larger homes sit on bigger lots.
| What to compare | Why |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Builders, floor plans and HOA rules differ |
| Canal or park lot vs. interior lot | Location inside the neighborhood affects price |
| Updated vs. original | Remodels change the value a lot at this age |
| Pool vs. no pool | A pool adds value and upkeep |
When I price a home here, I compare it to homes in the same subdivision with a similar level of updating. An original kitchen and a remodeled one aren't the same home, even at the same square footage.
The canal trail and the park
The Eastern Canal trail runs through the area, a long paved path for walking, running and biking. The neighborhood park has a basketball court, a sand volleyball court and open grass. If you want a home that backs to the canal or the park, ask about the view fencing, who maintains the wall and how much foot traffic passes behind the yard. Walk it at a few different times of day.
The HOA
Ask for the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs), the rules, the budget, the reserve study and recent meeting minutes for every association that applies to the home. If the subdivision has its own association on top of a master one, you'll pay both. Read the rules on things like paint colors, RV parking, solar and rentals before you make an offer. More in Understanding your HOA before you buy.
Schools
Gilbert is served by more than one school district, so confirm the boundary for the exact address with the district. If schools are part of your decision, look up each school's state A through F letter grade on the Arizona School Report Cards site.
Gilbert is a town, and that matters a little
Gilbert is officially the Town of Gilbert. For you, that mostly means water, trash and permits come from the town. Look up the home's actual property tax bill on the Maricopa County Treasurer's website, and ask the seller for twelve months of utility bills so you can see the true monthly cost. More in Living in Gilbert, AZ.
What to check on a home from the late 1990s
Homes in Ashland Ranch are now twenty to thirty years old. Some have been updated top to bottom, and some still have most of their original systems. During your inspection period, look closely at:
1 - The tile roof underlayment, which often needs replacing around this age. More in Tile roof underlayment in Arizona.
2 - The AC units and their age.
3 - The water heater and plumbing supply lines.
4 - The electrical panel.
5 - Pool equipment and the pool surface, if the home has a pool. More in Pool homes in Chandler.
Get rough contractor numbers for anything near the end of its life, so you can negotiate with real figures.
How it compares
Buyers looking at Ashland Ranch often look at other established Gilbert neighborhoods too, like Val Vista Lakes. Val Vista Lakes is older and built around lakes and a clubhouse. Ashland Ranch is a little newer, with the canal trail and park instead. Which one fits depends on what you want to pay for each month and how you spend your time.
Commute
The Loop 202 and US 60 are both within reach, which makes trips toward Chandler, Tempe, Mesa and Phoenix workable. Drive your actual commute at rush hour before you decide.
The bottom line
Ashland Ranch gives you an established Gilbert neighborhood with room to spread out, a canal trail out your door and downtown Gilbert close by. The key is knowing which subdivision a home is in, what its association covers and how its condition compares to others nearby. I'll help you sort that out before you make an offer.
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Questions, answered.
Where is Ashland Ranch in Gilbert?
Just south of downtown Gilbert, mostly in the 85295 zip code, with the Heritage District and SanTan Village close by.
When were homes in Ashland Ranch built?
Mostly in the late 1990s and early 2000s, so check the roof underlayment, AC units and water heater.
Is Ashland Ranch one subdivision?
No. It's made up of several smaller subdivisions, and each may have its own builder, floor plans and association.
Does Ashland Ranch have a lake or clubhouse?
It doesn't have a clubhouse. It has a neighborhood park and the Eastern Canal trail.
Is there an HOA in Ashland Ranch?
Yes. Get the dues and documents for every association that applies to the home you're considering.
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