What is the premium for Phoenix waterfront property?

Value of  Phoenix Waterfront PropertyBalcony view from Scottsdale Waterfront Residences

People have often commented that Phoenix waterfront property is an oxymoron. How can there be waterfront homes  in a desert?  Not too far into the conversation, the question will be “Is waterfront property more expensive than non-waterfront property?”  The easy answer is “yes, of course” since there is less of it.  Where it gets more complicated is the question, “How much more expensive is a waterfront home?” My answer has always been, “well, it depends”.  I thought it was about time to put some numbers to it. Continue reading “What is the premium for Phoenix waterfront property?”