By buying a house in the valley as opposed to another big city, you’re already getting more bang for your buck.  But the valley city and neighborhood you zero in on can mean the difference between more square footage or perhaps a later model home.

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This home in Gilbert at Morrison Ranch seems to have it all.  Tree lined streets, white picket fences, parks, and community lakes. This Immaculate home features a gourmet kitchen w/ center island, breakfast bar, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, huge pantry and eat-in kitchen.  The 4 bedroom, 3 bath house with a 3 car garage was built in 2012 and has 3,503 sqft.

 

Heading north to Scottsdale, you probably won’t find a home with as much square feet for the same price.

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Take this home in North Scottsdale at Sweetwater Ranch.  It’s an immaculate updated UDC home in a quiet neighborhood.  The kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops and opens to the family room with a view of the back yard. Vaulted ceilings. Fresh exterior paint.  The three bedroom, 2 bath home was built in 1986 and has 2,229 sqft.

 

Maybe a home isn’t your thing, but rather a condo.  In downtown Scottsdale, this condo at The Mark Residences is in Scottsdale’s premier condominium community.  You won’t get as much square footage, but there are plenty of amenities that make up for it.   

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This split 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath high rise condo has 1428 sqft. of livable space plus a large outdoor patio. The open floor plan has space for a living room, dining room and office.  New wood floors were just installed. Lifestyle amenities include 24 hour room service, private fitness center, rooftop pool, spa, cabanas and barbecues and concierge services.  Built in 2008.

 

Heading west into the Arcadia neighborhood in Phoenix, you’ll find homes with about the same square footage as the Scottsdale condo.  

 

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This secluded home on quiet street has updated kitchen/baths, subway tile, travertine, and wood floors.  N/S with south backyard salt water pool.  Large 2 carport with cabinets. Separate laundry room.  The 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home has 1,466 sqft. and was built in 1967.

 

In Paradise Valley, for the same amount of money, you might end up in a condo — but a luxurious one at that.  

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This 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo has all new hardware floors, paint, custom wood blinds and stainless steel kitchen appliances. Gourmet and designer kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabinets, all new appliances; custom walk-in master closet; laundry room with new washer/dryer; large shaded patio with expansive golf course views; over-sized garage.  Built in 2004, the condo has 1,428 sqft.

For more information on any homes on the market please call Jennifer Wilson @602-696-0379.