PHOENIX, ARIZONA HOMES FOR SALE
“Arizona’s urban heart”
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Phoenix midtown skyline
Looking for sophisticated desert living? Look no further than Phoenix, Arizona. Phoenix is the capital of Arizona, and its largest city with a population of 1,626,000 in 2017, Phoenix metropolitan area almost 5 million. It is also the sixth most populous city in the United States, making Phoenix a hub for work and entertainment.
Rich in history, it was founded in 1881 and became the capital of the State of Arizona on Valentine’s day, 1912. This city is divided into urban villages with each its own character and identity. And, of course, year-round sunshine and warm weather make Phoenix an ideal location for outdoor activities. Families, singles and retirees will find a place to call home in the Valley of the Sun.
Things to Do
Surrounded by beautiful desert scenery, Phoenix has many outdoor activities to offer visitors and residents. Your eyes won’t believe the colorful mountains, the gorgeous wildflowers and cactus one only sees in movies.
It is no wonder that residents of Phoenix love to take in the outdoors. And all year long you can find something to do. In the winter, enjoy any number of walking and biking trails. Reveal in the natural beauty of the red rocks on the Cholla Trail on Camelback Mountain.
And you can’t miss the South Mountain Park and Reserve, the nation’s largest municipal park. In the summer, go on a hot air balloon ride over the valleys. In the fall, go to the Desert Botanical Garden, which houses the most exotic plants in the world.
And the whole family will love the Phoenix zoo all year round. It is one of the top-rated zoos in the country and home to many native animals.
Golfing
When you want to get your golf game on, you will have more choices than you will know what to do with in Phoenix. From golf courses that blend fine golf with natural scenery to high-class resorts, golf in Phoenix is top class.
If you are feeling like a pro, try your hand at the TPC Scottsdale, which was designed for the Waste Management Phoenix Open. But don’t miss one of the courses at one of the luxurious resorts.
You may be tempted to sip drinks by the pool, but playing at the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa is not to be missed. After a rigorous game of golf, head to one of the spa’s relaxing resorts for a massage or any treatment. In Phoenix they don’t just know how to play, they know how to relax, too.
Arts and Entertainment
Phoenix is not only rich in natural scenery, it is also a haven for art and culture. Phoenix is proud of its Native American heritage, and you can learn all about it at the Heard Museum, where you will find Native American artifacts on display.
For those with more contemporary taste, the Phoenix Art Museum hosts collections from around the world. Families will love the Children’s Museum. Phoenix also has a vibrant theater and performing arts center.
But when your idea of culture or relaxation is shopping, enjoy a variety of shopping centers, outdoor shopping malls or take a stroll through downtown. And you’ll find all the top designers at the chic Scottsdale Fashion Square. Phoenix is the place to live for fun and sun.
