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Phoenix, AZ is one of the most vibrant cities in the United States. It has a lot to offer visitors and local residents alike, from its stunning desert landscape to its lively nightlife and entertainment. The city is known for its many cultural attractions, including museums, art galleries, performing arts venues, and architectural wonders. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as golf, biking trails, hiking trails, and more. Phoenix is also a great place to shop – from traditional malls to unique boutiques offering locally made goods. People visiting Phoenix for the first time often find that locals are friendly and welcoming.
Reviews of Phoenix are overwhelmingly positive; it consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the United States. People love its sunny weather and diverse population; they praise its thriving business climate and low cost of living; they enjoy all the great amenities that come with living in such a vibrant city; and they appreciate its proximity to other amazing destinations like Sedona or Flagstaff. The only downsides are that it tends to be quite expensive when it comes to housing costs compared to other parts of the country. All in all though, Phoenix offers something for everyone – no matter what you're looking for!
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Save your money and stay out of red states - 5/21/2020
I lived in Phoenix for 10 years......definitely a sh!thole. I moved and tried Tempe, another sh!thole and now I live in Tucson......well it is different and a bit cooler and wetter, and prettier but it is still a sh!thole.......What causes this phenomenon is the state government run by Mormons.....yes they have ruined this state too. Do not come here. It is a right to work red state, which means you have no rights. Very bad medical, abusive employers and a corrupt governor and
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Should be last option - 1/10/2020
There are pros and cons of living anywhere in the world, no place is perfect, but when it comes to choosing somewhere to live and settle down, the pros should generally outweigh the cons. That is not the case with Phoenix. For a city in the middle of the desert you would expect less traffic and cheaper cost of living, not the case. Gas here is 1$ more than the Midwest states (the states that EVERYONE seem to complain about) and you HAVE to drive here because our public transportation is a big joke, apartment and house prices have raised these past couple years because of the influx of people moving here, making it not practical anymore to purchase a house unless maybe you're fine with living an hour away from downtown. Everything is brown and beige, the houses are all cookie cutter its a true eye sore, air quality is really bad (pollution and dust), which can lead to sinus problems and overall health issues. The heat starts from late April and can last till late October as was the
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Consider before moving here what you're getting - 1/6/2020
I moved here for a job a few months ago and unfortunately won't be staying long. To summarize:
The bad:
-Traffic. I was a little shocked coming from a mid-sized city the amount of traffic. Luckily I time my commutes so they are either after the morning rush and after the evening one. My job luckily permits this, or I'd go even crazier. Drivers are generally bad and I feared getting in accidents often. This has evened out a bit as I try not to drive unless I absolutely have to now. So long, recreational trips. There's just too many people that live here.
-Ugly. I love the southwest and lived in Tucson for a number of years. You won't really get that living here much. It's all infrastructure and roads everywhere. I often forget I'm even in the desert. Trash is kind of everywhere.
-Beggars. I get asked/begged for money every time I stop to get gas.
-Air quality. My sinuses have been bad since moving here. I think it's due to the poor air quality
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One of the top 10 hottest cities on earth - 12/28/2019
I've already reviewed before, but one thing I would suggest if you're thinking of moving here, look up the hottest cities in the world. Phoenix typically shows up on every list. If not Phoenix, then Yuma which is only 3 hours south of there. AND, just remember, it's getting hotter.
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Stay away or end up in jail - 10/17/2019
Avoid Phoenix,, Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, all metro Phx, the summer sucks, few low paying jobs, high rent, police are inept at best, they tend to harrass and profile people, apartments nearly impossible to get, lots of
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Don't Move Here!! - 10/6/2019
I heard fuc**in rats in my house again today. It seems now that every winter they come in out of the cold. Been in this house twenty years with no problem. Just the past two winters I had a problem. And to think that that Arizona's rat problem started with the multimillion dollar homes here many years ago, not like skid row in LA. Arizona stopped fighting the Arcadia roof rats about 10 years ago because it was too expensive. When I get my allergic rash again this year because of the rats, and I go to the ER, the doctors again will tell me that, yea, they will also have to get more active in killing their rats in their multi-million dollar Arcadia and Scottsdale homes. And for this, my rent went up $350 per month since this time last year because it is very desirable to live here??????????????????????????????????????????????? The California people are all moving here to avoid the high rents and the rat problem there, and they are bringing all the high rents and rats here with them.
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Phoenix is a good place to live! - 9/7/2019
I spent summers in Phoenix growing up and have lived permanently in Phoenix over 35 years now. The city has grown significantly in that time. There are many outdoor activities including hiking and bicycling almost all year round. The area offers many attractions with great museums, art fairs, farmers markets, casinos, ball games, and shows. Of course, the heat is pretty brutal at times from July to August but every public business, car or home has air conditioning so it is manageable. Flagstaff is just a couple hours away if you need to get out of the heat completely. Installation of mass transit has been behind the curve but the light rail system is expanding and it is a great resource to use to visit downtown and avoid parking. The freeway system has really connected every part of the valley to allow easy access to any area. Like any city, there are areas that have a higher crime rate and should be avoided. Overall Phoenix is a good place to
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Hot, Dirty, nasty, fetid - 8/29/2019
I have lived many places and Phoenix is bar none the most lowlife, classless, mean cold place I have ever lived.The cost of living is high. The pay is horrible. They don't have to pay because so many people want to live there.I almost felt like apologizing because I have an education, no tatts, I don't beat my wife and I have an IQ over 21 and I'm polite.The young people are vicious and uncaring. it's hard to make decent friends. You might make some if you want to stoop real low.Good manners, class and kindness are sneered at. The summers are enough to drive you crazy, constant heat, smog, dust, dirt, ugly scenery.Most of the people I swear are on meth. The women love abuse. They know nothing yet are hyper
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Love it! - 7/31/2019
I've been here for 3 years. I have lived in California and the midwest. Cost of living is actually very similar to the midwest. My apartment when I first moved here was actually less than what I paid there by $50. I got paid a lot more too! I make about 23k more than what I was making in Kansas. I love the active lifestyle, a lot to do, a lot to see. Day trips are everything. I have never seen a rat in AZ like the other post. Only negative is when school is back in session the traffic seems to double. Finding a place to live will generally take you 3-4 months since housing is in high demand so start looking in advance! Worth the move, I didn't know anyone here and now me and my children call it home.
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