There’s something special about waking up to mountain views, spending afternoons by the lake, and gathering for sunset hikes with neighbors who feel more like family.
This summer, the world is starting to take notice. Estrella has officially been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Live by ideal-LIVING Magazine & RPI Media, earning its place in their highly celebrated Top 100 Amenity Communities list.
That’s right; our community has caught the eye of national tastemakers who recognize how lifestyle, location, and heart intersect right here in the West Valley.
Ideal-LIVING curates its annual honors by listening to thousands of readers and tracking lifestyle trends that shape how – and where – people want to live. The 2025 selections celebrate communities that bring people together through thoughtful amenities like spa days, social clubs, lakeside activities, pickleball courts, and miles of trails.
Estrella stood out not just for its offerings, but for the way it inspires connection, comfort, and plenty of room to roam. Whether you’re just starting out, raising a family, or embracing a slower pace, Estrella is more than a place to live; it’s a place to belong.
And Estrella isn’t the only one turning heads. Our hometown, the City of Goodyear, is basking in well-deserved recognition of its own. HGTV recently ranked Goodyear among the 30 Best Up-and-Coming Small Cities in America, praising its remarkable growth, laid-back vibe, and exceptional quality of life.
With more than 111,000 residents and a 10% population jump in just two years, it’s easy to see why Goodyear is on the map for those seeking a fresh start or a new adventure.
From rounds of golf at The Golf Club of Estrella and spring training thrills at Goodyear Ballpark to scenic hikes in Estrella Mountain Regional Park, Goodyear offers a vibrant lifestyle that complements the Estrella experience.
It’s also making bold moves to grow tourism and invite more Arizona residents and business travelers to explore its charm. Hospitality projects, like the developing GSQ area and Arizona’s very first Buc-ee’s travel center, are just the beginning. City leaders are focused on building out hotel capacity, creating a dedicated office of tourism, and enhancing marketing efforts to attract more year-round visitors.
In a recent study by GoBankingRates, Goodyear ranked as the second most affordable city to live in nationwide and the top in Arizona, thanks to a population boom and value-driven growth. And with inflation driving more Arizonans to seek travel adventures closer to home, Goodyear is leaning into its appeal, not just as a day-trip destination, but as a place worth staying overnight.
Estrella and Goodyear are shining together, proving that thoughtful planning, community spirit, and a shared vision can make headlines and win hearts. As Estrella continues to offer a master-planned lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty, and Goodyear amplifies its efforts to welcome more visitors and residents, one thing is clear: there’s never been a better time to call this place home.
