If you like rolling topography, tall pines, and peaceful surroundings, the gated community of Deer Valley may be perfect for you. My third rated best place to live in this category is located about 10 minutes east of Bayfield off Highway 160. Most of the homes were built between 2000 and 2005 and are on 3 to 4 acre lots. The commute to Bayfield is pleasant because of the beautiful surroundings and quick with the ability to drive 60 miles per hour on Highway 160. Homes in this community sold in the $452,500 to $925,000 range during 2021/22, with an average price of $644,000. You have to see this community to fully appreciate all it has to offer.
Five Reasons you’ll love living at Deer Valley:
- Large lots provides plenty of space between neighbors
- Quick drive to Bayfield
- Beautiful trees, foliage, and topography
- Good value for your money
- Homes are newer and well-maintained
| Attributes | Comments | Rating 1-10 |
| Quality of Roads | Unpaved roads throughout community –maintained relatively well | 5 |
| Distance to pavement | .2 to 1.5 miles depending on location within community | 7 |
| Distance to Town | 10 to 12 minutes, depending on location within community | 8 |
| Distance to nearest gas and convenience store | 10 to 12 minutes, depending on location within community | 8 |
| Snow Levels | Moderate to high | 3 |
| Lot Sizes | 3 to 4 acre lots are the typical size | 6 |
| Proximity to Schools | 10 -12 minutes to middle and high schools, 11 to 13 minutes to elementary school. | 3 |
| Natural Gas Availability | no | 1 |
| Road / Other Noise | Low noise in most of the community, some noise at homes closer to Highway 160 | 8 |
| Proximity to poorly maintained homes | Most homes in the area are adequately maintained, a few are poorly maintained. | 6 |
| Views | All of the homes have some open space views | 2 |
| Central Water | No | 1 |
| Central Sewer | No | 1 |
| Age of area homes | Predominantly built between 2000 and 2005 | 8 |
| Architectural Requirements | None | 8 |
| Value for Your Money | Good Value | 8 |
| Appreciation Potential | Moderate | 5 |
| Area Landscaping | Mostly natural | 5 |
| Recreation/Facilities Nearby | Close to public lands and hiking trails | 3 |
| Average Ratings | 5.05 | |
