PHOENIX
Phoenix is the capital of Arizona and the center of town. Phoenix is divided into different neighborhoods including downtown, uptown (central Phoenix), North Central Phoenix, the Biltmore, Arcadia, Arcadia Lite, West Phoenix, North Phoenix, and Ahwatukee. Each neighborhood has it’s own look, feel, and personality. If you’re looking for a vibrant nightlife, art/culture, and want to be close to all the action, Phoenix is the place to be.
QUICK STATS
AVG. PRICE: $432,500
POPULATION: 1,654,000
HOUSEHOLDS: 586,900
PROS
- With so many different neighborhoods, anyone can find a community that makes them feel at home
- You’re smack dab in the middle of town, making any event you want to go to within reach
- Diverse population with a rich culture
CONS
- Home prices are some of the highest in the valley, especially if you want to be closer to popular areas
- Traffic is the most congested in Phoenix
- Highest population of homelessness