Paradise Valley, Arizona

Paradise Valley is a town located in Maricopa County, Arizona. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 13,664. Despite the town's relatively small area and population to other cities in the Phoenix metropolitan area, Paradise Valley is home to twelve resorts, making it one of Arizona's premiere tourist destinations. Paradise Valley is often considered to be an extension of Scottsdale, Arizona. Paradise Valley residents attend schools in the Scottsdale Unified School District. Paradise Valley has prime real estate, with a median resale value at $1.2 million, with many exceeding $5 million and some over $15 million.

Famous Residents

Former United States Senator and 1964 Republican Presidential candidate Barry Goldwater died in Paradise Valley, and the town was also the home of former World Wrestling Federation champion "Superstar" Billy Graham during his professional wrestling career. In addition, singers Stevie Nicks and Alice Cooper, as well as actor Leslie Nielsen currently reside here.

Related Topics:
United States Senator - 1964 - Republican - Presidential - Barry Goldwater - World Wrestling Federation - "Superstar" Billy Graham - Stevie Nicks - Alice Cooper - Leslie Nielsen

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