What BestPlaces Users Say about Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona is a bustling city known for its warm climate, desert landscape, and vibrant cultural scene. It is a popular destination for tourists and a growing city for residents, with a population of over 1.7 million. Located in the Sonoran Desert, Phoenix offers a unique lifestyle and attracts people from all over the country. To get a better understanding of what it is like to live in Phoenix, we will summarize user reviews from BestPlaces.net and provide insights from four different reviewers.
According to reviewers on BestPlaces.net, living in Phoenix has its pros and cons. One reviewer, Joe, shared that "Phoenix has something for everyone. The weather is great, the cost of living is affordable, and there is always something to do." Another reviewer, Maria, echoed similar sentiments, stating that "Phoenix is a wonderful place to live. The weather is amazing, the city is diverse, and there are endless opportunities for outdoor activities." However, not all reviews were positive. John mentioned that "the heat in Phoenix can be unbearable at times, and the city lacks green spaces and nature." Similarly, Sarah shared that "Phoenix has a lot to offer, but the traffic and urban sprawl can make commuting a nightmare."
Many reviewers mentioned the Phoenix job market as a major advantage. Susan stated that "the job market in Phoenix is booming, especially in industries like healthcare, technology, and tourism." Another reviewer, Alex, added that "the cost of living may be slightly higher, but the job opportunities and salaries in Phoenix make it worth it." On the other hand, some reviewers expressed concerns about the cost of living. Mike shared that "housing prices in Phoenix have been increasing rapidly, making it difficult for some people to afford living here." He also added that "utilities, groceries, and property taxes are also on the higher side."
The cultural and recreational offerings in Phoenix were highly praised by reviewers. Jane mentioned that "Phoenix has a rich art and music scene, as well as numerous festivals and events throughout the year." Another reviewer, David, shared that "there are plenty of parks, hiking trails, and outdoor spaces to explore in Phoenix, making it a great place for nature lovers." However, not all reviewers were satisfied with the city's cultural offerings. Mark noted that "compared to other major cities, Phoenix lacks diversity and cultural experiences." He also stated that "the nightlife scene is not as vibrant as I would have liked."
In conclusion, Phoenix, Arizona, offers a unique lifestyle with its warm climate, diverse culture, and job opportunities. However, the high cost of living, extreme heat, and lack of green spaces were concerns mentioned by some reviewers. On the other hand, the city's cultural scene and recreational activities were highly praised by many. Overall, it seems that living in Phoenix can be a great experience for those who enjoy warm weather and a bustling city lifestyle.
based on 449 ReviewsGet to know Phoenix with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Phoenix
Phoenix Arizona - The Worst Place to Live - 3/7/2013
People visit Phoenix from Nov-March with rose colored glasses on. Phoenix, for lack of a better term, is a sh-t hole. The quality of air is the worst second to LA and don't let anyone tell you different. The brownish pinkish cloud that lays over the entire valley is constant. The whole Phoenix Valley is surrounded by mountains you can't even see most days. If you don't have allergies or respitory problems before you move to Phoenix, you will after. The "Arizona Apple Chest" can be found on just about every female in the city. It's from driving into the sun for an hour and a half to work and an hour and a half home every day and not realizing the damage its doing to your face, neck and chest even through your car windshield. A 2 hour a day commute is average and 3 hours a day is pretty normal - there is no public transporation to support a city that is 100 square miles. Hardly anyone car pools so all the car pool lanes that were just constructed are used by single passenger
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Az. Sucks - 2/25/2013
I've lived in"The Valley Of The Sun" for most of my life. I've seen it go from a smaller city with a parimarily argricultural and tourist based economy to a pollution filled crime ridden over crowded barrio. Phoenix has no sense of history, preferring to tear down historic building rather than restore them. The older neighborhoods of Phoenix and it's suburbs are run down and again "barrios". Traffic is bad at best and public transportation is a joke.
The summers are getting longer and hotter, the winters shorter and warmer. Primarily due to the "Heat Island" effect rainfall had decreased and dust storms have almost become the
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Why are the few positive opinions of Phoenix writt - 11/13/2012
It seems everyone who lives here hates it except realtors and lenders who directly benefit from anyone lured into moving here.
The few positive reviewers of Phoenix have made a Faustian pact to speak nicely about the place and the rest of the population is struggling to escape
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Phoenix Comments - 10/16/2012
Great place to live if you don't mind the heat. As I work in the IT sector, I can vouch for the multitude of IT jobs here in the Phoenix Metro
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Where is the last review - 10/6/2012
I don't know how long reviews take to show up on Sperliing so if its processing excuse this pleas.
I spent some time typing a review of Phoenix and it hasn't showed up. So I'm typing this just to see if they actually do show up. Thanks. Nothing worse than typing all those paragraphs and it going
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I'm new in Phoenix Metro - 10/6/2012
I'm not going to knock the Phoenix area. I'm so new it wouldn't be fair to residents or people thinking of moving here. So my review is based on what I see out and about in the area. Basicially how it feels for me and not necessarily for everyone. So please keep that in mind. Yes it is very sprawled out like no place I have seen to this extent. I have been all over the USA and the closest in appearance to this would be Los Angeles. So think really big. To say there is alot of driving would be a huge understatement. You really have to have a decent vehicle here in top working condition. Breaking down in this heat where distance could be so far from your home etc, could be dangerous to say the least. So an investment in a decent vehicle is just about mandatory, and that means expense and upkeep Unless you live in the central core there is very limited transit here. I am not liking that at all, and I think it will become a problem with me. There are walls everywhere
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Villa Montessori - 9/28/2012
I have had a great experience with some of the teachers at Villa. Especially the E-1 teachers. Dedicated, compassionate...Villa is great for those looking to be a part of a tight knit community. Administration is well-intentioned, but not forward thinking. Not very open to doing things differently. In particular, I was hoping they would offer something in terms of foreign language. Not going to happen. Things get a little chaotic/logjammed. Communcation is not consistent.
Currently my child is on E-2 campus which is miles from main campus. Teachers are great. Assistants are great. Love the no-bullying approach. Good group of kids. Hardest thing as a parent is inability to get a clear read on child's academic progress before the semester is nearly over with! No "systems" in place that focus on "measurables". That is
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Trying not to move back - 9/9/2012
I'm an Arizona native, most of my childhood was spent in Chandler and my college and working years spent in Tempe and Scottsdale. I got fed up with everything and moved to Europe, currently I am in Prague. With the economic crisis hitting Europe quite hard at this moment I am forced to make a decision to either try to tough it out here in Prague or go back to Phoenix. Its a really tough decision to make because even though I don't make a killing here, I would make about 3 times as much money in Phoenix doing the same job. However, like some of the people have been saying, I have a big problem with the lack of culture here and that it seems that Phoenix is a magnet for a-holes from all across the country. to me it seems that people come to Phoenix to 're-invent' themselves and they try to be as arrogant and just plain mean.
For those thinking to move to Phoenix, keep a few things in mind. If you are a sports fanatic (watching and participating) Phoenix is a pretty good
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Long Hot Summers - 9/3/2012
I have lived in Phoenix for 20 years now and regardless what people say, you never truly get used to the un-relenting heat in the summer months that can stretch from late May well into October. The only reprieve you may get in the early and latter parts of the season is the nights will cool below 100 degrees and you can sleep and wake to bearable temperatures. Consider that four months of the year you will rarely see temperatures drop below 95 degrees, even at night. There will be weeks that the daily temperature never falls below 105 degrees and can get as high as 115 degrees. In 1993 Phoenix had a record 76 days over 100 degrees.
I grew up in the Midwest with bitter winters and I find that the long hot summers are much more debilitating than the long cold winters of the Midwest. I do not prefer either though. The only outdoor activities in Phoenix during the hot summers are centered around water…swimming, skiing, sailing, etc. There are several lakes within a two
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Chateau Thierry - 9/3/2012
Chateau Thierry , Shadow Mountain area in Phoenix AZ is a beautiful little neighborhood at the base of Shadow mountain. Most properties are horse property and it has the feel of the southwest country. But the city is accessible in just a few blocks. Winters are beautiful, summers a bit hot.
It is the state that pays the highest salary in my field of Sonography/ultrasound.
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