Very nice town but not for everyone!
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8/29/2021
Here's my take on Mesquite. I have a home in Orange County, CA and since 2005, a 2nd (vacation) home in St. George. We have spent much time in Mesquite. My daughter bought a home there last year. In the Fall/Winter, it is lovely weather wise. Summers are brutally hot. The people who like (or love) Mesquite tend to be older retired people who like the friendliness of the town and that you can get around the whole place in about 15-20 minutes. What even those folks (at least most) do not like about it is lack of great healthcare options. You really do often need to go to St. George or Vegas. And the town really does need more shops, restaurants and services to accommodate growth. I really don't see the place being ideal for younger people (especially singles) as there is not all that much to do. If you are raising children, the schools get mixed reviews. Home pricing/housing is going up - up - up but is still less than St. George, for the most part. My daughter had wanted to buy in St. George but the market was too red hot to get in at her price point. If you are retired and looking for a small town feel and friendly people (and can tolerate the heat), Mesquite can be a good option. The Sun City Del Webb community is very nice but has gotten pricey. I have never met anyone who lives there who doesn't like it. There are other more affordable options for housing for seniors/retirees in the town. And it is close enough to St. George to make a weekly shopping or other trip up - which many Mesquite residents do.
Catherine | Huntington Beach, CA