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 is a nice place to live! - 11/16/2009
Why is everyone so bent on Phoenix? This is not the only place or State I've lived in, but all I can say is people need to stop bashing Phoenix. It's hot, get over it.
A person's perception of Phoenix is likely dependent upon where they live in the City. There are extremely nice areas and extremely nasty areas. Do your homework before you move here and figure out what works for you. I love my neighborhood, but would never live in some areas of the City.
As for cost of living, compared to California and other coastal areas this place is downright cheap and a good value. Taxes are extremely low. I can understand why some people are so bent, because a lot of people lost their rear in the foreclosure crisis here, and it's because this place is "desirable" and banks and developers got greedy. Hint to those who still have their job and still filed banktruptcy: "Don't buy what you can't afford".
Phoenix has tons of year round recreation including: camping, hiking,
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Metro Phoenix Has Seen Its Best Days - 11/13/2009
The 60-mile wide sprawl called Phoenix is polarized by the haves (NE) and have-nots, mostly transplants, ununified, unrooted. In the last 30 years summers have changed (due to cement) to longer, warmer at night, and monotonous. Empty playgrounds sizzle. Charter schools have sprung up (white flight) to counter illegals, who have crippled this area, and Tucson, to its knees as "sanctuary" cities in the courts, hospitals, and schools, with Spanish billboards and check-cashing shops almost everywhere. Phoenix was built by HOA home builders throwing up beige stucco boxes on treeless streets, anticipating that the climate would continue to bring people. Good while it lasted, but it's over for at least a decade, until someone has the foresight and money to solarize water and air conditoning and rebuild it from the ashes. Aptly named
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Come on down! - 11/13/2009
The weather is great! The housing costs just took a giant leap backwards so buyers are king now. Whatever you are looking for (except snow) we have it here. I'd be willing to help anyone that wants to know more about this great town with all it's rich resources and great people. The light rail has been a very nice improvement this year in the downtown area. Glendale and Peoria have the sports complexes, concert halls and night life. Cave creek and Scottsdale have the horse properties or if you'd rather be east then Mesa and Apache Junction would be your choices. Anyway, I could go on with all the different choices in homes, property and attractions but I'll leave that up to you to contact me for the "rest of the
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Finally cool - 10/30/2009
Phoenix, Arizona is as hot as most people assume from May until late October. Now that October is winding down we have much cooler weather and we remember what we liked about the desert to begin
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Phoenix, not a place for good, or sane people. - 10/26/2009
Eighteen years ago when I moved to Phoenix, Arizona, I loved it, but something has happened to turn this once great city into a "hell hole." At that time the cost of living was low, and even though the wages were never that good, one could make a decent living. The climate was hot in the summer, and summers were too long, but somehow, it was worth it to live here in the winters. Then came the builders, the buildings, the highways, the swimming pools, the "changing climate profile", and those trying to make a fast buck. Add the illegals, the gangs, the corruption, the drugs, and the idiots running things here, and presto....you've got "hell on earth." As a result of the greedy housing, banking, and wall street speculators, we found ourselves in a recession, and unable to sell our home, and get out. Of course that meant the low lives got stuck here too. P
resently, it is just a day to day event trying to survive the mean spirited idiots that are here now. The cost of living is
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Phoenix is the armpit of the United States, and th - 10/21/2009
Phoenix is the armpit of the United States, and that's an insult to armpits.
Culturally, it is an absolute vacuum. I've been stranded here for 11 years and I can assure you that if you have anything even remotely approaching a refined palate (regardless of topic matter) you want to steer extremely clear of this DMZ. I've lived in the two most coveted neighborhoods in the valley and can tell you that it's no relief.
Professional activity is weak. Economy sucks. People are borderline retarded. Restaurants are absolute garbage on every scale, irrespective of type of cuisine or level of "elite-ism" (HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA...I don't know if I can continue...).
Scottsdale has carved out a reputation for itself as "The Beverly Hills/Newport Beach of the Desert". What a friggin' joke. The nightlife here is a pathetic attempt at cool & consistently tries to convince itself (and other poor, unfortunate dupes) to be on a level with South Beach,
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Worst City in the U.S. Period. - 10/20/2009
Phoenix is the armpit of the United States, and that's an insult to armpits.
Culturally, it is an absolute vacuum. I've been stranded here for 11 years and I can assure you that if you have anything even remotely approaching a refined palate (regardless of topic matter) you want to steer extremely clear of this DMZ. I've lived in the two most coveted neighborhoods in the valley and can tell you that it's no relief.
Professional activity is weak. Economy sucks. People are borderline retarded. Restaurants are absolute garbage on every scale, irrespective of type of cuisine or level of "elite-ism" (HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA...I don't know if I can continue...).
Scottsdale has carved out a reputation for itself as "The Beverly Hills/Newport Beach of the Desert". What a friggin' joke. The nightlife here is a pathetic attempt at cool & consistently tries to convince itself (and other poor, unfortunate dupes) to be on a level with South Beach,
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NE Valley is great for 8 months out the year botto - 10/5/2009
We have lived here in 85032 (E of 51 highway) now for about 8 years now and are quite happy to call it home. Our only gripe is the heat that comes with the summers when we are usually out of town travelling and such. We have excellent schools in our area with A+ ratings and great hospitals and a great economy for the most part. During the winters we are loaded with events such as SB's, Barrett Jackson show, PGA golf tours and much more. Our home is 2000+ sq ft pool, ect and built in the 90's for around $200,000 which is very reasonable. Not to mention that the women are beautiful out here and were loaded with top notch restraunts and 3 hours from the ocean in Rocky Point, Mexico which is safe and beautiful. AZ is a great place to start over or migrate to for winters just wanted to give a real look at whats going on out
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A REAL Account of Life in Phoenix - 9/10/2009
Some of these posts make me laugh…and not just about Phoenix, but about most cities in general. The reason, they’re barbed with opinion, comparison, and emotion based on experience. Let’s face it, every city has crime, but every large city has more crime, and more heinous crime. All large cities have traffic problems (although at least we don’t see grid-lock on a daily basis here), poverty and seedy areas, the good, bad, and ugly when it comes to the “people” or jobs, large taxes, and so on are prevalent in most large cities. What I aim to do is list what’s UNIQUE only to this city with as little opinion as possible. That way, you can decide whether Phoenix is right for you.
• Jobs – Yes, there are good ones. If you’re in hospitality, retail, some technology, and medical. This place is a Mecca for the elderly & snowbirds, which brings a lot of hospitality and medical opportunity.
• Entertainment – Yes. Not quite like NY, but the arts are a live and well. Also
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Phoenix - 9/10/2009
Hot, Hot, Hot, you live in the airconditioning most of the summer. You need to have a pool in your backyard or in your apartment complex. Lots of shopping,lots to do all around the state. Cooler weather is only a few hours away. Phoenix is beautiful in the winter, no white Christmas here though. Although if you do not have the money to go back home for Christmas, you can always visit the many cities in northern AZ that get snow. Our family left Phoenix quite a few years ago to move to Northern Az. Some of the children have moved back and so now I have a place to go when I want to get out of the snow. I think that is the most appealing factor about AZ you are only hours away from the snow or the
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