If you're moving for a job at TSMC Arizona, start your home search around north Phoenix, where the campus sits near Interstate 17, Loop 303 and the Carefree Highway. Nearby choices include north Phoenix neighborhoods, Anthem, north Peoria and north Glendale, with a mix of new builds and resales. Test the commute at your real shift times.
Homes near TSMC Arizona at a glance
- TSMC's site is in north Phoenix near I-17, Loop 303 and the Carefree Highway
- Look at north Phoenix, Anthem, north Peoria and north Glendale first
- New-build communities and established resales are both nearby
- Drive the route at your actual shift start and end times
- Ask whether a home's FHA or VA loan may be assumable
I'm Terry Day with DeLex Realty. The semiconductor build-out in north Phoenix has brought engineers, technicians, construction teams and supplier staff to the Valley from across the country and overseas. Most of them ask me the same thing: where should I live so the drive works? Here's how I approach it, by home features and commute, not by labels.
Where the plant is
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing bought a large parcel of state land in north Phoenix in 2020, near Interstate 17, Loop 303 and the Carefree Highway. That location shapes everything about the home search. I-17 is the main north-south route, and Loop 303 and the Carefree Highway run east-west across the north Valley. Homes with quick access to those roads usually make the shortest drives.
Areas to look at first
North Phoenix
Neighborhoods north of the Loop 101 along I-17, including the Deer Valley and Happy Valley areas and newer communities farther north, are among the closest options. You'll find 1990s and 2000s resales, gated sections, and newer construction as you move north. See homes in ZIP 85085.
Anthem
Anthem is a master-planned community along I-17 north of the plant, with its own community council that runs parks and community facilities and hosts events through the year. Some buyers like that it's set apart from the busier parts of the Valley; others want more shopping close by.
North Peoria
North Peoria stretches toward Lake Pleasant and includes large master-planned communities with newer homes, parks and trails. Many routes use Loop 303 or the Carefree Highway toward I-17.
North Glendale
North Glendale offers established neighborhoods and some newer pockets, with access to Loop 101 and Loop 303. It can be a good fit if you want more choices in age and price of home.
New build or resale?
New construction is active across the north Valley, with builders opening communities near the new job centers. A new home gives you new systems and a warranty, but you'll wait for completion, start with bare yards and may pay for window coverings and landscaping. A resale usually comes with a finished yard, mature trees, window coverings and immediate move-in. Some resales also have an assumable FHA or VA loan, which a qualified buyer may be able to take over with lender approval. See my page on assumable mortgage homes in Arizona.
Always bring your own agent on the first visit to a builder's sales office. Builders often require your agent to register you at that first visit.
Test the commute the right way
Shift schedules vary, and traffic patterns are different at 5 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. I suggest driving from each area you're considering at the exact times you'll start and leave work, including a weekend shift if you'll work one. Note road construction too; the north Valley is growing fast, and new interchanges and widenings come with temporary delays.
Features worth prioritizing
- A garage, ideally with room for two cars and storage, to keep your car out of the sun
- Dual-pane windows and a newer AC unit
- A bedroom away from the street if you'll sleep during the day
- Good internet service at the address; check the FCC National Broadband Map
- An HOA you're comfortable with, since most newer communities have one
Moving here from another state or country
If you're relocating on a set start date, my post on a job transfer to Phoenix on a short timeline walks through buying on a deadline. Arizona doesn't change its clocks, which matters for scheduling calls back home; see does Arizona observe daylight saving time.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the TSMC plant in Phoenix?
In north Phoenix, near Interstate 17, Loop 303 and the Carefree Highway.
What areas are close to TSMC Arizona?
North Phoenix neighborhoods along I-17, Anthem, north Peoria and north Glendale are common starting points. Drive each route at your shift times.
Should I buy new construction near TSMC?
It depends on your timeline. New homes take time to complete; resales can offer faster move-in and finished yards.
Do I need my own agent for a new build?
It's a good idea. Builders represent themselves, and many require your agent to register you on your first visit.
Are there homes with assumable loans near TSMC?
Sometimes. FHA and VA loans are generally assumable with lender approval. I can show you which homes may have one.
Relocating for a semiconductor job? I'll help you compare areas by commute and home features and find the right home near the north Phoenix campus. Call Terry Day, DeLex Realty, 602-483-4665.