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Arizona

Market intelligence, compliance regulations, and licensing requirements with source and freshness context.

Closing Model

Title / Escrow

Contracts

Varies by transaction

Avg Timeline

~30 Days

Renewal

24 CE Hrs / 2 Yrs

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Market Pulse

Median Home Price

$435,3784.5% YoY

vs. $379,701 previous

Days on Market

80

vs. 69 previous

Inventory

4.5 mos

vs. 3.9 mos previous

Status

Current

Review cadence: monthly

Data effective Apr 14, 2026

Economic Context

Macro IndicatorCurrent Value
Unemployment Rate4.9%
Median Household Income$76,872

Source: connector_state_baseline

Effective: Jul 24, 2026

Mortgage Climate

30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.73%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

15-Year Fixed

Residential

5.98%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

5/1 ARM

Residential

6.35%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

7/1 ARM

Residential

6.48%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

FHA

Residential

6.45%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

VA

Residential

6.15%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

USDA

Residential

6.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Jumbo

Residential

6.92%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

HELOC

Residential

8.5%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Reverse Mortgage

Residential

6.99%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Home Equity Loan

Residential

8.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Renovation/203k

Residential

7.1%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Non-QM

Residential

7.85%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Hard Money (Residential)

Residential

11.5%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Interest-Only

Residential

7.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

5/1 ARM

Residential

6.06%

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS ARM

Updated: weekly

As of: Nov 10, 2022

15-Year Fixed

Residential

6.6%

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Updated: weekly

As of: Oct 29, 2026

30-Year Fixed (Conforming)

Residential

7.13%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

Jumbo 30-Year Fixed

Residential

7.048%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

FHA 30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.959%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

VA 30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.765%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

Rate data effective Nov 2, 2026

Contract Practices

Asset FamilyContract Standardization
Single-Family Detached Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Condominium / Co-op Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Townhome / PUD Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Duplex / Triplex / Fourplex Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Manufactured / Modular Home Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Residential Lease Residential LeasingStandardized forms
Apartment / Multifamily 5+ MultifamilyStandardized or custom
Office CommercialStandardized or custom
Retail CommercialStandardized or custom
Industrial / Warehouse / Flex CommercialStandardized or custom
Mixed-Use CommercialStandardized or custom
Land / Development Site Land & DevelopmentStandardized or custom
Hospitality / Hotel / Motel / Resort HospitalityStandardized or custom
Self-Storage / Specialty Specialty CommercialStandardized or custom
Farm / Ranch / Agricultural Land & AgStandardized or custom

Regulatory Updates

Enhanced Water Adequacy Disclosure for Subdivisions

disclosureBill: HB 2720

Enhanced requirements for water adequacy disclosures in new subdivision sales per ARS §45-108, requiring developers and agents to provide detailed water source information, sustainability projections, and alternative supply plans.

Impact: high
Effective: Sep 1, 2025Read official bill text

Updated ADRE Advertising Rules for AI Content

advertisingBill: AAC R4-28-502 Amendment

ADRE updated advertising rules (AAC R4-28-502) to address social media, team names, and AI-generated content requirements. AI-generated listing descriptions and marketing must be identified as such.

Impact: medium
Effective: May 1, 2025Read official bill text

State Rules & Customary Notes

Disclosures

SPDS (Seller Property Disclosure Statement) required

Closing Logistics

Escrow company handles closing

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Frequently asked questions

Does Arizona require an attorney for real estate closings?

No. In Arizona, closings are typically handled by title or escrow companies rather than attorneys. Escrow company handles closing

Does Arizona use standardized real estate contract forms?

Arizona does not mandate promulgated forms statewide; contract practices vary by transaction type. AAR provides standard forms but not promulgated

How many continuing-education hours do Arizona real estate agents need?

Arizona requires 24 continuing-education hours per 2-year renewal period, with a renewal fee of $200.00. 6 hours in Contract Law, 3 hours in Disclosure, 3 hours in Commissioner Standards

How long does closing take in Arizona?

A typical Arizona real estate closing takes about 30 days from contract to close, though financing, inspections, and title work can shift the timeline.

License Reciprocity

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Local Terminology

  • build to rent homeContext: asset type
  • single family detachedContext: asset type
  • single family attachedContext: asset type
  • townhomeContext: asset type
  • condominiumContext: asset type
  • cooperativeContext: asset type
  • duplexContext: asset type
  • triplexContext: asset type

License Renewal

CE Hours: 24

Renewal Period: 2 years

Renewal Fee: $200.00

6 hours in Contract Law, 3 hours in Disclosure, 3 hours in Commissioner Standards

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