Scottsdale Dreams

Mountain view driving on 101 through Scottsdale

My husband and I had been talking about retiring to Scottsdale, AZ for some time.  To clarify, we want to be snowbirds as I can’t imagine leaving my family (the grandkids) and friends full-time.

We never thought we could afford to buy anything in Scottsdale because we thought the prices were too high.  With the current recession and how hard Arizona has been hit with this buyer’s market, we were delighted to learn that we could afford a Scottsdale condo for sale.

We’ve been introduced to Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe and Fountain Hills but I’ve always been drawn to Scottsdale.  For one thing, I just loved every trip I ever took there.  For another thing, I feel it is a popular retirement area and it would be easier to rent our place out to other snowbirds if we ever felt the need.  And it’s close enough to the airport that it’s easy on us, our visitors and any renters we might have.

I love Florida, I love California, but when I leave Arizona my heart aches.  I don’t want to leave!  And then I can’t wait to get back.  Yep, I was born in the wrong state, or maybe living in Illinois makes me appreciate Arizona that much more.