Lost something in Avondale? Here is where to report it.
File a single report and we route it to the Avondale Police Department, City Hall, Valley Metro transit, and active local social channels. Then our system monitors the web continuously for matches—no need to check Facebook groups and Nextdoor yourself every day.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Arizona : found property held by a public agency can change hands after just 30 days, the shortest official window of any large state. (Arizona Revised Statutes §12-941)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Avondale
You Report Your Loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right places in Avondale—whether it's the police department, transit authorities, or local community channels.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report lands with Avondale Police's Property & Evidence Unit, City services, Valley Metro if applicable, and gets shared with local Facebook groups and Nextdoor where Avondale residents actively post found items.
Automated Monitoring Finds Matches
Our system scans the web, Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplaces, and local social channels every day for 12 months. When a credible match appears—someone posting 'found' that matches your description, location, and timeframe—you get an alert. You don't lift a finger.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Avondale
ReportLost connects you to all these places at once. But if you prefer to contact them directly, here's where each one is and what they do.
Avondale Police Department & Property Unit
The Police Department's Property & Evidence Unit at 11485 W. Civic Center Drive is where found items are typically logged and held. We identify which report goes to them and include all required details. For non-emergency inquiries, call (623) 333-7001. Victim Services can also help: (623) 333-7003.
City of Avondale Municipal Services
City Hall coordinates with various departments and can point you toward the right office depending on where you lost your item (public buildings, parks, city facilities). We file your report with the appropriate City department so you don't have to navigate the phone tree yourself. Main line: (623) 333-1000. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Valley Metro Bus Transit
If you lost something on a Valley Metro bus serving Avondale, the transit authority maintains a lost and found. Items are held and searchable by route and date. We ensure your loss gets logged with the right transit system and timeframe so the staff can search accurately. Direct line: (602) 534-5053 (8 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday–Friday). For local Avondale transit coordination, call (602) 716-2100.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
If you lost an item while traveling through Sky Harbor, the airport's Lost & Found office handles items found in terminals, shops, and common areas. The TSA Lost & Found in Terminal 3, Level 7, handles checkpoint-area losses. We make sure airport staff receive your details with the correct terminal and date information. Phone: (602) 273-3333 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.). Email: lostandfound@phoenix.gov.
Lost Pet Support
If you've lost a cat or dog in Avondale, the Avondale Police Department's Animal Control division (623-333-7012) and Maricopa County Animal Control (located at 2500 S. 27 Ave in Phoenix, open 7 days a week) track strays and found pets. For pets, we can file a priority alert across local rescue networks, shelters, and active lost pet groups. file a priority lost pet report
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The Earlier You Report, the Better
Most found items are reported within the first few days. Once you file a report with ReportLost, our team notifies all Avondale authorities and begins automated monitoring immediately. You can relax—we're watching for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Avondale means contacting multiple places: the police, City Hall, Valley Metro if you lost it on a bus, local Facebook groups, and Nextdoor. Each service operates independently, and you're responsible for checking them all repeatedly to spot a 'found' post that might be yours. It's time-consuming, stressful, and many people give up after a week.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report, one contact with us, and we notify every relevant Avondale authority and active local channel on your behalf. Then we keep watching the web for you—scanning groups, posts, and community boards automatically—while you move on with your day. The moment a match surfaces, you'll know.
Common Areas Where People Lose Items in Avondale
Lost something in one of these zones? The sooner you report, the more likely our monitoring will catch a match.
Civic Center District
City Hall and municipal facilities around W. Civic Center Drive are frequent locations for lost phones, wallets, and personal items. City services and police can coordinate quickly here.
Downtown Avondale & Main Street
Retail shops, restaurants, and public gathering spaces in the downtown corridor see a steady flow of lost-and-found activity. Many items end up with local businesses.
Valley Metro Bus Routes
Public transit buses throughout Avondale are common loss points. Valley Metro maintains a central lost and found, searchable by route and date.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Avondale's parks and outdoor spaces see lost personal items regularly. City Parks & Recreation can help locate items left at facilities or on grounds.
Shopping Centers & Retail Districts
Shopping plazas and commercial areas are typical locations for lost items left in stores, parking lots, or during errands. Staff often hold items behind customer service desks.
Active Local Communities Watching for Found Items
Avondale residents share found items on Facebook, Nextdoor, and Reddit. We post your report to these channels and monitor them daily.
Facebook group for lost and found pets across the western Phoenix metro
Regional Facebook community for reuniting lost dogs with owners
Reddit community for Phoenix metro area, includes lost and found posts
Neighborhood app where Avondale residents post found items and community alerts
Multiple hyperlocal groups for posting and spotting found items
Questions About Lost Items in Avondale
How long does Avondale Police hold found items?
The Avondale Police Department's Property & Evidence Unit typically holds items for a set period before disposal. Contact them directly at (623) 333-7001 (non-emergency) or visit the Property & Evidence office at 11485 W. Civic Center Drive to ask about hold periods for your specific item type. ReportLost ensures your details reach them so they can search their inventory.
What if I lost something on Valley Metro?
Valley Metro's Lost & Found (602) 534-5053, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday–Friday) can search by route number and approximate date. Have your bus route and departure time ready. ReportLost files your report with them and monitors for posts from other riders who may have found it.
Where do items found in City buildings go?
Items found in Avondale City Hall or municipal facilities are typically held by the department where they were found or forwarded to City Services. ReportLost routes your report to the appropriate department so they know to look for it. Call City Hall at (623) 333-1000 if you need to follow up directly.
I lost something at Sky Harbor Airport—what's the process?
Sky Harbor's Lost & Found (602) 273-3333, Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., email lostandfound@phoenix.gov) handles items found in terminals and common areas. TSA Lost & Found in Terminal 3 covers security checkpoint items. Provide the terminal, approximate location, and date. ReportLost can file your report with Sky Harbor; check with TSA separately for checkpoint losses.
How does ReportLost monitor for my lost item?
Once you file a report, our system scans Facebook groups (like the Avondale/Goodyear lost pet and lost & found groups), Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and other public web pages daily for posts matching your item's description, location, and timeframe. If a credible match appears, we alert you immediately. This monitoring runs for 12 months, so you don't have to check these groups yourself every single day.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace the police or City Hall?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the Avondale Police Department or City government. We don't replace official channels; we complement them. When you report with us, we file your information with the proper authorities and amplify your reach to local community channels. You maintain full contact with the police and city services through the official numbers we provide. We're a coordinating layer that saves you time and adds automated monitoring for several months.
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Ready to Find Your Lost Item?
Report it now and let ReportLost handle the coordination. We'll notify Avondale Police, City services, Valley Metro, and local community groups—and then keep searching the web for you for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Avondale Police Department, City of Avondale, Valley Metro, Sky Harbor International Airport, Maricopa County Animal Control, or any other government or municipal entity. We work alongside official services to coordinate your report and automate web monitoring. Always contact the appropriate authorities directly for urgent matters or specific questions about hold periods and item retrieval.