Buying a Home in Peoria, Arizona

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Peoria is located in Maricopa County

Population: 108,000

Peoria’s Roots
The City of Peoria was established in the 1880’s when William J. Murphy’s vision of fertile farm lands fed by water from the Salt River became reality with the completion of the Arizona Canal in 1885. Once this canal was completed, Murphy went East to interest people in settling in this new community. Mr. Murphy was successful in catching people’s attention - over 5,000 acres of land in the new district was purchased by citizens from Peoria, Illinois. Four families from Peoria, Illinois were among the first to move to Arizona to occupy and work their land. Residences in the new community sprang up, and a school and Post Office were established by 1889. More people followed the original families and Peoria continued to grow as a farming community. The farmlands were fertile and the people made a good living, despite having to battle swarms of red ants and the occasional rattlesnake in the kitchen.

Peoria was incorporated in 1954, with boundaries covering one square mile of land. The warm climate and small-town atmosphere of Peoria continued to attract people, and still do today. Currently, Peoria covers 144 square miles, and is home to over 101,000 residents. Peoria is Arizona's 4th largest city in terms of incorporated area, and 9th largest city in terms of population.

From a simple visionary farming community, Peoria, Arizona - a dynamic desert city, has grown.

The City of Peoria, Arizona is proud to be the "Gateway to Lake Pleasant," one of the finest water recreation areas in the Arizona. The Lake Pleasant Regional Park is managed by the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. Revenue collected from special events and entrance fees are used for operation of the park.

The lake headquarters houses the Park Supervisor, Rangers, administrative staff and other organizations including the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department, Arizona Game and Fish Department, and Coast Guard Auxiliary.

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