Pulte Homes in Phoenix-Mesa, AZ

Local information about Phoenix-Mesa, Arizona

Tips on buying a new home in Phoenix-Mesa, AZ

Phoenix, AZ - New Home Market Profile

Top Reasons Why You Should Relocate To Phoenix, AZ.

CLIMATE: Phoenix has over 300 days of sunshine a year. Many are drawn by the year-round good weather with an average temperature in the low 80's.

REAL ESTATE: The real estate market of Phoenix is among the most growing and yet affordable markets in the nation. With a real estate Zindex? (Median Zestimate?) of $205,000, there is a constant influx of new home buyers looking to make Phoenix their place of living.

JOB MARKET: The city unemployment rate is well below national averages and the local job market continuously grows. In fact, it is forecasted that Phoenix will bring 100,000 total new jobs for 2008. Arizona State University enhances the quality of workforce and high-tech firms like Google and eBay have recently made their home in Phoenix.

EDUCATION: There are over 30 public school districts across the city that continue to improve in quality of education. Arizona State University serves as the main center for higher education with growing research capabilities and technology.

ARTS & CULTURE: Phoenix is home to a broad range of cultural activities. The Phoenix Symphony Hall hosts Arizona Opera and Ballet Arizona. Art lovers can visit the Phoenix Art Museum or the internationally recognized Heard Museum, which hosts exceptional Native American art.

OUTDOOR RECREATION: With year-round sunny weather, anyone can enjoy any outdoor activity?year-round. Hiking, biking, and boating at nearby lakes is a popular activity. Even more so, the golf scene is world-renown. You can take the kids to Desert Botanical Gardens, the Phoenix Zoo, or the worlds largest municipal park, South Mountain.

RELOCATION: Phoenix is now one of the most popular locations to relocate to. With a thriving high-tech industry, inviting business environment, and great affordability, it's understandable why many families and professionals are making their way into the desert.

Population (year 2000): : 1,321,045 Estimated median household income in 2005: $42,353 (it was $41,207 in 2000)

Climate:Phoenix has an arid climate, with very hot summers and temperate winters. Most days are sunny, and rainfall is scarce, although there are thunderstorms sometimes during July and September caused by humid air blowing in from the Gulf of California. Winters bring mild, sunny days, with occasional fog. Snow is rare, but has been recorded, but frost is frequent in winter months.

Northern Scottsdale: Sonoran Desert Paradise
Realty Times Feature Article by Blanche Evans

Northern Scottsdale is one of the fastest growing areas of the Phoenix Valley due to a wide variety of reasons -- from its slightly cooler weather, custom homes, recognized schools and year-round sports to its beautiful mountain views.

In the area north of Happy Valley and east of Pima, there are breathtaking surrounding views. "Some say it could be the next Paradise Valley," says Realtor Victoria Felice. "Others say it is the horse Mecca of our country."

There are good buys still available, says Felice. "Prices are quivering at the 'status quo' line - as buyers are taking advantage of last year's leftovers and picking up some very good buys before the loan rates and property prices start hedging up and go over the peak, literally speaking."

"It has been a long run of great loan rates, and now that the public has gained some confidence back in the economy, buyers in the higher price range have been coming out of the woodwork. Sellers thinking they will have to wait a half a year or more before they sell are being surprised by buyers when they priced their home smartly," advises Felice. "These financially smart buyers are appearing, almost sneaking up on the sellers with respectable offers."

Click here to read more about Scottsdale