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Arizona By Todd Gillenwater, Owner & Associate Broker Russ Lyon, Sotheby’s International Realty
Arizona remains a top destination because of our predictable weather, lifestyle variety and convenience (numerous direct flights to and from most major metro areas). Sky Harbor, Arizona’s international airport, is an important hub and route- connector to numerous large airlines, making access to the Grand Canyon state convenient from almost anywhere in the US and abroad.
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Arizona experienced unprecedented residential growth and construction from the late 1990’s through 2008. The global economic crisis and housing correction hit Arizona early on and forced a significant reset of home and land values over the last several years. While clearly recovering, many opportunities still exist within our housing market with beautiful homes available for purchase at or even below replacement cost. This opportunity coupled with incredibly low interest rates and yes, that still ever present sunshine, make this an ideal time to own a piece of the treasure that we call Arizona.
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Most notably, Arizona enjoys an amazingly temperate climate with abundant year around sunshine – ideally suited for Seattleites seeking a charge of Vitamin D. From the desert epicenter of Scottsdale/Phoenix, residents have numerous active, outdoor lifestyle opportunities in all seasons at their disposal. Golf, of course, is a great attraction across the state and provides a perfect winter and shoulder season haven for those from wetter, colder climates. But it’s not all desert. Almost half of the state is over 5,000 feet elevation and we have mountains that soar over 12,000 feet! This varied terrain is perfect for snow skiing, climbing, hiking, biking, camping and generally all outdoor activities – all within a two hour drive from the desert. And indoors Arizona’s cultural offerings include world-class arts, dining, shopping and entertainment venues.