Shopping Centers

There are three major shopping plazas in North Phoenix, all within about 20 minutes of most neighborhoods.

On the south side of Happy Valley Road and no more than 20 minutes from most North Phoenix neighborhoods, you'll find Barnes & Noble, Lowes, Wal-Mart and numerous restaurants and retail outlets.

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Outlets at Anthem

Attractions, Shopping Centers

Just off I-17 at the very north edge of Phoenix, you'll find everything you expect from an outlet mall. Among the retail outlets: Gap, North Face, Vans, Michael Kors, BOSE, Calvin Klein.

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Shops at Norterra

Attractions, Shopping Centers

This bustling shopping district, with a "main street" of sorts, is conveniently located just off the I-17 on the north side of Happy Valley Road. You'll find Harkins Theatre, Best Buy, P.F. Changs and several other restaurants, plus numerous other small and large retail stores.

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Water Problem Called ‘Dire’ in New River & Desert Hills
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