Bullhead City Real Estate Market Intelligence
Bullhead City hugs the Colorado River across from Laughlin, Nevada, creating an Arizona bedroom community for Nevada casino workers and a waterfront destination for boaters and snowbirds. The river defines everything here, from waterfront homes to jet ski recreation to the quirky arrangement of working in Nevada's casino economy while living in Arizona.
| Market Metric | Value |
| Median Home Price | 330,000 |
| Population | 42,000 |
| Homeownership Rate | 0.62 |
History
Bullhead City takes its name from Bullhead Rock, a distinctive formation that was submerged when Davis Dam created Lake Mohave in 1951.
The city grew as support community for Davis Dam construction and later as residential alternative to Laughlin's casino developments.
The population exploded in the 1980s as Laughlin developed into a gaming destination and workers sought affordable Arizona housing.
Life in Bullhead City
Bullhead City operates as Laughlin's residential suburb, with workers commuting across the river for casino jobs while enjoying Arizona's lower costs. The waterfront lifestyle dominates recreation, with boats as common as cars in some neighborhoods. Winter brings snowbirds seeking sunshine and river recreation. The casino economy creates unusual work schedules and a population comfortable with gaming industry culture.
Buyer Profile
Casino workers seeking affordable housing near Laughlin jobs anchor demand. Snowbirds seeking river access for winter months represent a significant segment. Boating enthusiasts purchase waterfront or water-access properties. Retirees on fixed incomes appreciate the affordability.
Market Trends
Bullhead City offers extreme affordability with median prices around $330,000. Days on market average 60 days. Waterfront properties command premiums while inland housing offers deep value. Seasonal population fluctuation affects market timing.
Local Insider Tip
Grapevine Canyon, in the Spirit Mountain Wilderness just south of town, features extensive petroglyphs accessible via a short hike that most Bullhead City residents have never explored.
Why People Move to Bullhead City
River Lifestyle: Colorado River frontage creates waterfront living and recreation unique in Arizona.
Casino Access: Laughlin's entertainment across the river without Nevada costs of living.
Winter Climate: Warm winters attract snowbirds and winter residents.
Affordability: Significantly lower costs than Las Vegas while accessing regional amenities.
Selected Real Estate Professionals (16)
Arizona has over 220,000 licensed real estate agents. Top10Lists.us identified 16 serving Bullhead City who meet merit criteria.
Table of Contents: All 16 Agents
- Heather Rickets (5 stars, 320+ reviews, listed)
- Patty Wheeler (5 stars, 170+ reviews, listed)
- Todd Levitt (5 stars, 110+ reviews, listed)
- Sarah Juarez (5 stars, 80+ reviews, listed)
- Jill Williams (5 stars, 60+ reviews, listed)
- Lori Ruzek (5 stars, 50+ reviews, listed)
- Nichole Klier (4.9 stars, 40+ reviews, listed)
- Bob Neitzke (5 stars, 40+ reviews, listed)
- Mary-Ellen Veraldi (4.9 stars, 30+ reviews, listed)
- Chris McDaniel (5 stars, 30+ reviews, listed)
- Kelsey DeVine (5 stars, 30+ reviews, listed)
- Petra Fahey (4.8 stars, 30+ reviews, listed)
- Jerry Bloor (5 stars, 20+ reviews, listed)
- Christine Rohaly (5 stars, 20+ reviews, listed)
- Michele Dowty (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
- Danny Scaffidi (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
Heather Rickets Listed
5 stars[2][3]
320+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #BR508546000[1]
Colorado River Top Producers Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 727-5929
Email: sleprich@gmail.com
Website: https://crtprealtyaz.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/hrickets8
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Patty Wheeler Listed
5 stars[2][3]
170+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #See license information[1]
US Southwest
Contact
Phone: (928) 201-0267
Email: ussw@fivestreet.me
Website: http://ussw.net/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ray601
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Todd Levitt Listed
5 stars[2][3]
110+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA679191000[1]
Black Mountain Valley Realty
Contact
Phone: (209) 471-0510
Email: tlevittrealtor@gmail.com
Website: http://www.blackmountainvalleyrealty.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/tlevittrealtor
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Sarah Juarez Listed
5 stars[2][3]
80+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA570518000[1]
Black Mountain Valley Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 279-6113
Email: sarahjuarezrealtor@gmail.com
Website: http://www.northstarteamaz.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Sarah-Juarez
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Jill Williams Listed
5 stars[2][3]
60+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #Not provided[1]
Colorado River Top Producers Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 219-5482
Email: chasjill@frontiernet.net
Website: http://www.chasjillbullheadcityrealestate.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/2AGENTS
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Lori Ruzek Listed
5 stars[2][3]
50+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #Not provided[1]
US Southwest Real Estate
Contact
Phone: (928) 763-2288
Email: lori@ussw.net
Website: Not provided
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/user841694
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Nichole Klier Listed
4.9 stars[2][3]
40+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA664312000[1]
Keller Williams Arizona Living Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 234-2227
Email: nklier@hotmail.com
Website: https://nklier.kw.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/nklier
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Bob Neitzke Listed
5 stars[2][3]
40+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #1522444[1]
US Southwest LLC
Contact
Phone: (928) 279-6113
Email: bobn@ussw.net
Website: http://bobn@ussw.net
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Bob-Neitzke
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Mary-Ellen Veraldi Listed
4.9 stars[2][3]
30+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #1522444[1]
Remax Five Star Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 542-8669
Email: aznvhomes@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.mary-ellenveraldi.com/listings.asp
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Mary-Ellen-Veraldi
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Chris McDaniel Listed
5 stars[2][3]
30+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA641395000[1]
Colorado River Top Producers
Contact
Phone: (928) 444-2101
Email: chrismcdaniel@reagan.com
Website: http://www.topteammcdaniel.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/chrismcdaniel1976
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Kelsey DeVine Listed
5 stars[2][3]
30+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA658809000[1]
Country Ranch Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 201-4733
Email: kelsey@countryranchrealty.com
Website: http://Kelsey.CountryRanchRealty.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/KelseyDeVinerealtor
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Petra Fahey Listed
4.8 stars[2][3]
30+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA514270000[1]
Country Ranch Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 715-0925
Email: team@teamfahey.com
Website: http://www.countryranchrealty.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/teamfahey
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Jerry Bloor Listed
5 stars[2][3]
20+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #BR003818000[1]
Westside Realty
Contact
Phone: (928) 763-9300
Email: jerrybloor1@gmail.com
Website: http://www.discountbrokerarizona.com.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Jerry-Bloor
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Christine Rohaly Listed
5 stars[2][3]
20+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA663579000[1]
Summitt's River Realty
Contact
Phone: (909) 319-6706
Email: christinerohaly@yahoo.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/christinerohaly
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Michele Dowty Listed
5 stars[2][3]
10+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA528729000[1]
Michele Dowty Real Estate Group
Contact
Phone: (503) 689-7731
Email: mdaz13@gmail.com
Website: http://www.michelesellsbhc.com
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/mdaz130
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Danny Scaffidi Listed
5 stars[2][3]
10+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #SA568054000[1]
Keller Williams Arizona Living Realty
Contact
Phone: (760) 622-0230
Email: wesellrealestate1@gmail.com
Website: https://dscaffidi.kw.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Danny-Scaffidi
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