Pair of Estrella land sales will provide much-needed finished lots as Valley homebuilders scramble to meet housing needs

Land Advisors Organization facilitates the deals totaling 30+ acres for more than $18M.

GOODYEAR, Ariz. (Jan. 17, 2024) – A pair of land sales at the master-planned community of Estrella totaling more than 30 acres will provide much-needed finished lots as homebuilders scramble to meet rising housing needs in Metro Phoenix.

Land Advisors Organization facilitated the sales, which yielded more than $18 million combined, to Richmond American Homes and Brightland Homes.

With interest rates dropping, homebuilders could see more competition for homes coming on the market. Phoenix Realtors reported that sellers were reluctant to put homes on the market, and through November 2023, West Valley communities saw new listings drop between 20 percent and 25 percent from 2022.

That could change in 2024 as the West Valley has announced major new employers bringing thousands of new jobs. According to The Arizona Republic, the Valley is still one of the top metro areas nationally for homebuilding and is “poised to see more new houses go up in 2024.”

“We’re excited to bring these two builders back to Estrella. They’ve been successful here in the past, and we’re thrilled they recognize Estrella as the terrific community it is,” said Jeff Zimmerman, Director of Entitlements and Development for Estrella Development Company. “Whether you’re looking for lakeside living, hiking and biking on our 65 miles of trails, or a small town feel just over the hill, Estrella has a tremendous amount to offer.”

Estrella North LLC (Tim Brislin, President of Harvard Investments), sold 15.25 acres for $10.09 million ($174,000 per lot, $661,770 per acre). The buyer was Brightland Homes of Arizona LLC (President Mark Moskal). The parcel is located at the NEC of Estrella Parkway and Cotton Lane in Goodyear.

Estrella North LLC also sold 15.66 acres to Richmond American Homes of Arizona Inc. (President Rick Morris), for $8.6 million ($141,000 per lot, $549,200 per acre). The parcel is also located at the NEC of Estrella Parkway and Cotton Lane in Goodyear.

The Land Advisors team of CEO Greg Vogel, Ryan Semro, Bret Rinehart, Ben Heglie, Max Xander, and Wes Campbell facilitated both deals.

“Estrella is poised to be one of the top selling master-planned communities not only in Arizona but in the U.S.,” Vogel said. “All the elements of success are in place and it is being further enhanced by the expertise and capital of Harvard Investments and its partners.”

About Estrella

Home to more than 8,000 families, Estrella is a 20,000-acre mixed-use master-planned community located in the City of Goodyear, approximately 17 miles west of Phoenix. Estrella’s 500-plus acres of open space include more than 50 parks and 65 miles of paths and trails, plus 72 acres of lakes for kayaking, sailing, and catch-and-release fishing. Amenities include Starpointe and Presidio Residents’ Clubs, the Yacht Club of Estrella, two fitness centers, resort-style swimming pools, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and tennis courts. Estrella is also home to a Nicklaus-design Championship golf course, The Golf Club of Estrella. For more information about Estrella, please visit estrella.com.

About Land Advisors Organization

Founded in 1987, Land Advisors Organization is the nation’s largest land brokerage firm specializing in providing deep market insights to landowners and purchasers for the most comprehensive and effective evaluation of land in markets across the country. By integrating current local market information with cutting-edge technology and geographically specialized professionals, Land Advisors Organization advises clients in identifying and capitalizing on valuable land opportunities in all economic environments. Land Advisors Organization serves landowners and purchasers from offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Casa Grande and Prescott, Arizona; Irvine, San Francisco, Century City, Pasadena, Roseville and San Diego, California; Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa Bay, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Greenville, South Carolina; Nashville, Tennessee; Boise, Idaho; Las Vegas, Nevada; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Austin, Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Kansas City, Kansas; and Seattle, Washington. Stay connected with us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.