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Phoenix, AZ
Overview
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Phoenix is located in Maricopa county in the state of Arizona. Phoenix is the capital of Arizona and one of the largest, fastest-growing cities in the nation. According the the 2004 Census, Phoenix's population was estimated at 1,416,055. In 1993, Phoenix ,also known as the "Valley of the Sun", was selected as the "Best Run City in the World".
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Geography
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Phoenix is 1058 feet above sea level and lies in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. Running westward through the city of Phoenix is the Salt River. Phoenix is surrounded by four sets of mountains: the McDowell Mountains to the northeast, the White Tank Mountains to the east the Sierra Estrella to the southwest and to the far east are the Superstition Mountains.
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Climate
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Phoenix's dry climate holds some of the hottest seasonal temperatures in the world. Phoenix's warmest months are from June through the early part of September with daily averages highs in the 100 degree F range. Monsoonal moisture has been typically known to make it's way to Phoenix during the month of August. Phoenix's average annual rainfall is 8.4 inches. March, on average, is the wettest month of the year.
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Housing
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Phoenix offers a wide variety of real estate options from condominiums to luxury homes. Real estate in Phoenix is continuing to rise. According to the 2000 Census, the median house value was listed at $112,600. Whether you are looking to purchase a vacation home or a retirement investment, Phoenix has real estate options to suit your lifestyle.
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Things To Do
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Phoenix is home to several professional, major league sports such as the Phoenix Cardinals (NFL) and Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB) just to name a few. Phoenix offers a broad range of cultural activities with it's art galleries, museums, civic plaza and the popular Phoenix Symphony Hall. The outdoor types can enjoy a broad range of hiking trails, fishing lakes, parks and horseback riding in the world's largest municipal park, the South Mountain Park. The area is a mecca for golfers with the 300 plus days of sunshine per year and famous year-round golf courses. Regardless of your lifestyle, Phoenix is a great place to call home.
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Phoenix Real Estate Links
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