Phoenix, AZ is seeing rapid growth and Phoenix, AZ's' housing market remains not optimal with an average home price that is 15% above the 2023 national average. Phoenix, AZ is part of Maricopa county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2023 for county Maricopa is 0.59% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.