Avondale
Avondale is a suburb of Phoenix with a population exceeding 84,000 people. The city is located on the western edge of the metro area along the Agua Fria River. Avondale was originally an agricultural community, but over time it would evolve into a modern city situated in a prominent commercial corridor.
The area was originally a settlement established by William "Billy" G. Moore which he named “Coldwater.” In the early days, cotton was a major economic driver for the small settlement. It would later become a major stop for stagecoaches that were traveling through the area. The town eventually changed its name to Avondale after the local post office relocated near Avondale Ranch.
Living in Avondale
Avondale is currently undergoing a lot of development and it is quickly evolving into an up-to-date and modern city. Festival Fields Park is currently undergoing a $19 million renovation, and there are plenty of other public parks available to residents throughout the city. Avondale is rated by Niche.com as the second-most diverse suburban city in Arizona, and many of the residents will tell you that crime here is very sparse. The median household income in Avondale exceeds the national average and the city also offers an incredibly affordable cost of living. The majority of residents are homeowners and the public school systems always exceed expectations.
Geo-Coordinates of Avondale:
Lat: 33.4356
Long: -112.3496
Things to do in Avondale
Avondale is a lot smaller than the surrounding cities, but the area still offers plenty of fun attractions and recreational amenities. This includes the Phoenix International Raceway where multiple NASCAR races take place throughout the year. It’s also just one of thirteen raceways on NASCAR’s schedule that holds more than one weekend-event in a year. Another cool and groovy place to check out is 8-Bit Aleworks which is a craft microbrewery. It features a tasting room with seating for 46 people, as well as Super Nintendo, NES, tabletop games, and arcade cabinets. Also, if you’re searching for some fun weekend recreation, then look no further than American Sports Centers. It’s the state’s largest indoor multi-sport facility. The 4,000 square foot multi-purpose complex features two indoor fields for soccer, four basketball courts, and six volleyball courts. It’s also an ideal venue for weekend leagues and other special events with a focus on sports. If you are searching for something to do with the entire family, then you can always visit Main Event Entertainment. The entertainment center offers a variety of exciting activities and games, including bowling, regulation billiards, laser tag, video games, arcade games, karaoke, and miniature golf.
