There’s one place like home
Welcome to Agritopia, a planned community that redefines village life for the modern family. Spread across 11 acres of urban farmland, Agritopia embodies the spirit of Arizona’s rich agricultural history.
Located in the heart of Gilbert, Agritopia provides a distinct environment where residents can create, experience, and truly live. Come take a stroll around the neighborhood and experience the Agritopia life for yourself.
A treasure around every corner
Agritopia is a blend of the past, present, and future. At its core, it celebrates agriculture and its contribution to Arizona’s communities. Down every street, around every corner, and over every picket fence, Agritopia’s roots are woven into all aspects of the property, including the homes and businesses alike. Here, you'll discover exceptional culinary and shopping experiences at each of Agritopia’s unique restaurants, retail shops, and gathering places.
A taste that is timeless
The common thread in the restaurants and establishments at Agritopia is a commitment to quality and freshness. Agritopia’s restaurants embrace the farm-to-table approach and celebrate the agricultural fabric of the property. Whatever your tastebuds are craving — a comforting breakfast, a healthy yet hearty lunch, a refreshing and unique cocktail — chances are you can find it here.
Cultivating a family legacy
Rooted in History: The Johnston Family Farm
The land that is now Agritopia was originally homesteaded by the Reber family. In 1960, Jim Johnston and his wife Virginia thought owning a farm would be ideal for their growing family of three boys. They purchased the farm and built a home on the land.
The Johnston family loved their rural existence. Jim grew cotton and wheat and the boys attended nearby schools, working on the farm during the summers. The younger sons, Steve and Paul, majored in agriculture at The University of Arizona, returning to the family farm to work after graduation. The eldest son, Joe, graduated from Stanford University with an engineering degree. By the late 1990s, when Gilbert’s rapid growth meant suburban development near the farm, the Johnstons began brainstorming ways to preserve their land.
Joe’s engineering expertise helped plant the literal and figurative seed of Agritopia. Collaborating with a land planner, landscape architects, the Town of Gilbert, and community developers, in 2000, Joe spearheaded the evolution of the family’s vision for their farmland: a simpler but fuller life, set in a present-day village that honors the farming traditions of the past.
