New River is named after the seasonal wash of the same name, part of the Agua Fria River system which drains into the Salt River. It was founded by Lord Darrell Duppa in 1868 as a stagecoach stop. For many years, it was the terminus of the old Black Canyon Highway (now Interstate 17). The pavement ended in New River and continued as a dirt road to the city of Prescott.
New River has largely retained its rural character; however, its future as a rural community is uncertain as the city of Phoenix expands into the region.
In the mid 1990s, the Del Webb Corporation proposed a residential development roughly as large as Flagstaff, Arizona's eleventh largest city (2000 census). This instigated a short-lived self-incorporation campaign, which failed. Phoenix in 1995 and again in 2003 annexed in the region and Del Webb in 1998 opened the newly built Anthem.
As development of the Phoenix metropolitan area continues northward, the broad area that is defined as New River is closer to New River Road. The General Plan of Phoenix includes the entire New River area. Residents of newly built subdivisions identify with the established residents of Phoenix or Anthem.
Those interested in residential real estate in New River will find many types and styles of homes for sale in New River, as well as community events of interest and local amenities unique to the New River area. Others may enjoy outdoor activities and family friendly atmosphere of New River, AZ.
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