Frequently Asked Questions
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General Community Information
- Where is Marley Park?
- How many acres is Marley Park?
- What makes Marley Park different
from other residential developments?
The Homes - How many homes are planned for Marley Park?
- What types of homes are offered at Marley Park?
- What is the property tax for the City of Surprise?
Amenities, Services and Operations - Is there a golf course at Marley Park?
- What amenities are offered in Marley Park?
- Is there a community pool at Marley Park?
- Is there a fitness center?
- Who are the utility providers at Marley Park?
- Who maintains the neighborhood tree-lined streets?
- What is a CFD?
The Parks and Arbor Walk - Are there paths and trails throughout the community?
- How is Marley Park able to support all of its grass and trees in this desert region?
Education - What elementary school do the children of Marley Park attend?
- What high school do the children of Marley Park attend?
- What is Marley Park's commitment to education?
General Community Information
Where is
Marley Park?
Marley Park is conveniently accessed from the Loop 101, Loop 303 and Grand Avenue approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix. The community is bounded by Waddell Road to the north, Cactus Road to the south, and Reems Road and Litchfield Road to the west and east. Marley Park can be accessed via Bell Road, which is the primary thoroughfare for Surprise, Arizona. Get
directions to Marley Park.
How many acres is Marley
Park?
Approximately 956 acres, 416 of which are planned for Phases I and II.
What makes Marley Park different
from other residential developments?
Marley Park is about feeling at home not just inside your home,
but also within your neighborhood. The Community Plan is unlike any other.
The Homes
How many homes are planned for Marley Park?
The community is approved for approximately 3,700 homes to be released in phases. Within our first two phases approximately 1,456 will be released.
What types of homes are offered at Marley Park?
Marley Park features classic architectural styles including: Bungalow, Cottage, Craftsman, Monterey, Spanish, Territorial Ranch and Traditional. A unique range of housing choices and floor plans are also available including single-family homes, attached homes and courtyard homes.
What is the property tax for the City of Surprise?
Slightly under 1%.
Amenities, Services and Operations
Is there a golf course at Marley Park?
Marley Park does not have a golf course within the parameters of the community. However, there are several public golf courses conveniently located nearby.
What amenities are offered in Marley Park?
Marley Park offers residents a variety of amenities, including a centrally located 45-acre public-use education and recreation parks complex that includes: Heritage Park, Marley Park Elementary School, as well as The Heritage Club, a series of unique neighborhood parks, the Arbor Walk, a community intranet and a neighborhood marketplace. Additional amenities include:
• 1,600-seat open-air amphitheater
• Lighted baseball and soccer fields
• Community rose garden
• Adventure play areas
• Community pool
Is there a community pool at Marley Park?
There is a community pool at Marley Park, available to residents and their guests. Please contact the Marley Park Community Life Team for more information.
Is there a fitness center?
There is no fitness center scheduled at this time. Marley Park is designed as a pedestrian-friendly community, and the Arbor Walk can be used for walking, biking, or running, and the numerous neighborhood parks provide outdoor recreation spaces, as well. The residents’ Heritage Club will provide fitness classes.
Who are the utility providers at Marley Park?
Southwest Gas, APS, Arizona American Water
Who maintains the neighborhood tree-lined streets?
The trees are maintained by the Community Life Team. Throughout the neighborhoods, water for the trees is drawn from the homeowners’ water source. Maintenance of ground cover in front of homes is the responsibility of the homeowners.
What is a CFD?
A CFD is a Community Facilities District. The CFD is a city-approved bond with funds used for community infrastructure improvements. In the absence of a CFD, infrastructure improvements would be achieved through additional Community Life Team Fees. The CFD is assessed through the property tax, and is currently deductible for purposes of calculating federal and state income taxes.
The Marley Park CFD is not expected to exceed $3.30 per $100.00 of secondary assessed valuation of property, for as long as the bonds are outstanding.
The Parks and Arbor Walk
Are there paths and trails throughout the community?
Phases I and II offer pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined paths, otherwise known
as the Arbor Walk, that link the community’s unique parks and
neighborhoods.
What is featured in each
park?
Fifteen uniquely themed parks have been planned for Phases I and II. The parks, featuring open play areas, covered picnic areas, flower gardens and shade trees, are located within a few minutes walk from each home in Marley Park.
How is Marley Park able to support all of its grass and trees in this desert region?
Marley Park is using a computerized system (Maxicom) to support and maintain the community’s landscape. The Maxicom System is the latest technology available in water management systems. It automatically calculates the daily water needs of each landscape area, adjusting the amount of water use based on conditions such as humidity and other factors. The system also alerts operators to breaks or leaks in irrigation lines. The water system allows Marley Park to use the minimum amount of water necessary to maintain landscaping, providing tremendous water conservation benefits. In addition, Marley Park utilizes non-potable water through the Maricopa Water District.
Education
What elementary school do the children of Marley Park attend?
Marley Park Elementary School, a Dysart Unified School District K-8 grade
school is located at the heart of Marley Park, adjacent to Heritage Park.
What high school do the children of Marley Park attend?
Marley Park residents attend Dysart High School, located on Dysart Road just south of Cactus Road.
What is Marley Park's commitment to education?
With a strong relationship with Dysart Unified School District, Marley
Park celebrates life long learning, emphasizing the arts, technology
and academic achievements.
