Estrella is a mixed-use master-planned community located in Goodyear, Arizona, in the

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. Encompassing roughly 20,000 acres, the lakeside community is nestled in the foothills of the

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, in the Sonoran Desert Valley. Located approximately 17 miles west of Phoenix off the I-10 and Estrella Parkway, the community offers has access to the Greater Metro-Phoenix area. Currently, Estrella is home to more than 40,000 residents ranging from young couples to retirees. The community hosts regular events, and has amenities including parks, trails and open space. Estrella currently comprises three distinct communities – Mountain Ranch, Montecito and the gated, 55-Plus CantaMia. Estrella View

The community was recognized in Arizona Foothills Magazine'
"Best of Our Valley 2015"
ref> list as the best Master-Plan Community for Children.

History

In 1984 the Estrella property, a federal land reserve, was released to private ownership by the government. In 1985 Charles Keating of the American Continental Corporation purchased the land to create a master-planned community. In 1986, construction began on the North and South lakes, a combined total of 72 acres, and in 1988 th
Estrella Master-Planned Community
held its official grand opening. NorthLakeFountain

References

External links

City of Goodyear home page
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