Phoenix Valley Home for Rent in “the country”!

It’s hard to avoid the city feel here in the Phoenix Valley, convenience is clearly our thing. But if you’re looking for something quieter, a more idyllic lifestyle, one of the best places to find convenience with a distinctly rural atmosphere is Florence, Arizona. Surrounded by farms and open spaces, the Magma Ranch community in… Read More

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7 of the Best Places if You Love the Outdoors

Just Outside the Phoenix Valley, Arizona Few people realize that from anywhere in the Metropolitan Phoenix area and in any direction, you are less than an hour away from gorgeous back-country wilderness and outdoor recreation. And in fact, the city of Phoenix itself offers one of the best inner-city hiking experiences in the country! The… Read More

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Gilbert Among Best Cities for Veterans

Gilbert Arizona has collected more than a few “best cities” designations over the years, which probably accounts for the constant influx of people relocating here to the East Valley. Among Gilbert’s more significant awards are Best Cities for Early Retirement, Best City to Raise a Family, Smart Cities North America Finalist and for two years… Read More

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Real Estate as Investment Part III: Top Cities for Renters

Nothing is truer than the cliched catchphrase”Real Estate is all about location, location, location”. And in no case is this more valid than when you’re investing in rental properties. Some states, regions and even specific neighborhoods are more ‘rentable’ than others and before you drop even a dime on a downpayment you need to know… Read More

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Gilbert AZ Tops List of Best Places to Live

It comes as no surprise to us that Gilbert placed number one- the best place to live, in AZBigMedia‘s most recent edition of ‘Ranking Arizona’. Gilbert has long been one of Arizona’s fastest growing communities, indeed Gilbert as ‘the nation’s largest small town’ and home to around 272,000 residents, has managed to maintain its homey,… Read More

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Best Places to Raise a Family? Gilbert Makes the Grade!

Gilbert, Arizona sits near the top of the list of ‘Best Places to Raise a Family‘. Using data compiled by WalletHub and released just this month, Gilbert scored #13 in the U.S. out of 182 similar sized cities and towns. The criteria are signifiant; Health and Safety, Affordability, Socio-Economics, Family Fun- which includes weather, walkability,… Read More

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Gilbert at a great price!

What will you do with the extra space? NOW $519,950!! Wait til you see this great tri-level floorplan with flex living space! The welcoming foyer leads to an open living and dining room with vaulted ceiling, lots of natural light and sleek wood laminate flooring that extends into the nicely appointed kitchen. But here’s the… Read More

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Truly a Home You Won’t Want to Miss!

Looking for a vibrant, “Best Cities” award-winning community in Arizona? Get all the perks of living in Gilbert; highly ranked school district, convenient health care, thriving businesses, employment opportunities, public parks and leisure activities, not to mention Arizona’s 300+ days-a-year of sunshine! This beautiful tri-level home is wonderfully cared for and sits on a well… Read More

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10 Best and Worst Cities for First-Time Home Buyers – WalletHub Study

Two Arizona cities appear on WalletHub’s list of Best Places for First Time Home Buyers, Gilbert and Peoria. In regard to home prices, there are certainly more affordable cities in the Valley but WalletHub’s study took 21 additional metrics into consideration including Real Estate Market Conditions and Quality of Life. Comprised of Cost of Living,… Read More