For those of you living in north Peoria, keep an eye out for the lane restrictions on 67th Avenue north of Happy Valley road.  The city of Peoria is beginning construction to connect Happy Valley from 67th Avenue (where it currently ends traveling west bound) through 91st avenue.  This will help everyone with their commute.  It should especially reduce the amount of traffic for our neighbors that live on 91st avenue north of Deer Valley road once completed.The current plan is to start blasting east of 91st Avenue (in mid February so it should be starting any day) to make the ground level in preparation for construction.  The project will be built in phases with the first section finished between 83rd and 67th avenues in the winter of 2008, and then the remaining section west of 83rd ave... 02/12/2008

I was looking at all of the homes for sale that feed into the Coyote Hills elementary school.  My kids go to school there so these are all the homes around where I live.  There are 135 homes for sale right now in this area.  It is amazing how big of a disparity there is in what homes are listed for.I am amazed at how many smaller homes with less upgrades are priced higher than the larger more upgraded properties.  Overwhelmingly the smaller less upgraded home that are priced higher will only have one picture, or vague comments about the home.  As a Realtor looking for homes for my buyer, all I can assume is that there isn't much good about the home and that's why there is nothing to show.One particular thing you need to pay attention to is your competition.  These are your neighbors.  T... 02/11/2008

JUST LISTED! BEAUTIFUL & SPACIOUS Peoria 3 Bd/2 Bath Manufactured Home in Desert Vista Place Location: Desert Vista Place YOU OWN THE LAND! MUST SEE this gorgeous, energy-efficient home! Spacious and open, split bdrm. floor plan! LARGE, bright eat-in kitchen w/bay windows, kitchen island, gas range/oven, plant shelves, loads of cabinets; double door entry to master sitting area or office/den off kitchen; formal dining; HUGE living room; master bath separate garden tub/shower; inside laundry with cabinets; large storage/workshop; private yard; ADT security system. Clubhouse features include sparkling pool & spa, big screen TV, BBQ, plus more! Great location plus community has fishing pond/park, basketball, volleyball PLUS RV parking available on-site! $86 HOA fee includes basic cable! W... 02/08/2008

OPEN HOUSE held January 27, 2008           RECENTLY REDUCED! -- $140,000FROM 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.WHERE: 11275 N. 99 Avenue Lot 123, Peoria, AZ  85345MOVE IN READY! 3 bdrm split floor plan with master walk-in closet; master bath features extra closet + linen and granite-like countertop and tub/shower walls; addt'l 2 bdrms have full bath between them with granite-like countertop; kitchen, formal dining, and family rooms feature beautiful dark wood flooring; inside laundry. Loads of cabinets! All appliances convey, gas range/oven, new carpeting, private yard, and storage. Clubhouse features include pool tables, air hockey, weight room, relaxing fireplace lounge area, sound stage/entertainment area, big screen TV, sparkling pool/spa, BBQ, plus more! Family room boasts great view!  See MLS ... 01/26/2008

Yes, the housing market is struggling.    I'm happy to report that the average selling price in Fletcher Heights has stayed relatively even.    In September 2007 two homes were sold in Fletcher Heights at an average sales price of $280,000.    In October five were sold at an average sales price of $287,300.   The average sales price in November slid back to $282,000 with seven homes sold.   December remained even at an average sale price of $283,000 with five homes sold.     If you want to find more information about Fletcher Heights, please view my website at Fletcher Heights or call me at (623) 640-0937.      01/16/2008

Peoria has culture -- demonstrated by the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts at 8355 W. Peoria Avenue.  The facility is home to two auditoriums and a visual arts gallery.  Community plays and dramatic opportunities for youth bring excitement to the facility.  For information about upcoming performances, or to rent the facility for your event, go to www.theaterworks.org.For properties in Peoria, go to www.homekey.org.  11/29/2007

Peoria's Challenger Space Center has activities, displays and events for visitors to learn and explore.  Not only are there flight simulators and information about space exploration; visitors will also see space-inspired artwork of Robert McCall.  The Challenger Center has the distinction of being affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.  Visit the Challenger Space Center website at www.azchallenger.org for information about all the programs and events.To view properties available in Peoria, go to www.homekey.org.  11/29/2007

FLETCHER HEIGHTS - Peoria's Best Kept Secret  Fletcher Heights      Fletcher Heights is a wonderful community in Peoria Arizona.  It is a sizable neighborhood with homes ranging from 1200 square feet to 4000 plus.  Homes sites range in size from 1/6th of an acre to 1/2 acre.  Within the area are several walking paths, greenbelt areas and waterfalls.  Also within Fletcher Heights is a park with lighted tennis courts, basketball courts and a large play area.  The community is a very family oriented/child oriented area.         Fletcher Heights is a desirable community in the Peoria Real Estate market because of its location and the reputable Peoria School District.  This self-contained community has schooling from K-12 which is always within walking distance.  Peoria is known for having o... 11/26/2007

Peoria Arizona Real Estate The Peoria Arizona Real Estate Marketing is flourishing.  In Peoria Arizona there are many homes for sale.  Peoria is a really great place to live becaus the schools are top rated homes for sale are affordable and the Peoria has a small town feel with large city ammenities.  If you are moving to the valley of the sun Peoria is a great place to buy a home.Peoria Arizona Real Estate holds value very well.  While surrounding areas are decling Peoria Arizona Real Estate seems to be moving at a reasonable rate. Home for sale in Peoria Arizona range from middle 100ks to 3.0 million.  If you are looking for a Peoria Arizona Real Estate agent contact Daniel McCarthy at 623.628.7372.  We will be happy to help you buy a Peoria Arizona Home. The McCarthy GroupDaniel McCa... 11/20/2007

The Peoria Arizona Real Estate Marketing is flourishing.  In Peoria Arizona there are many homes for sale.  Peoria is a really great place to live becaus the schools are top rated homes for sale are affordable and the Peoria has a small town feel with large city ammenities.  If you are moving to the valley of the sun Peoria is a great place to buy a home.Peoria Arizona Real Estate holds value very well.  While surrounding areas are decling Peoria Arizona Real Estate seems to be moving at a reasonable rate. Home for sale in Peoria Arizona range from middle 100ks to 3.0 million.  If you are looking for a Peoria Arizona Real Estate agent contact Daniel McCarthy at 623.628.7372.  We will be happy to help you buy a Peoria Arizona Home. The McCarthy GroupDaniel McCarthy623.628.7372http://www.... 11/20/2007

Trilogy at Vistancia  Trilogy at Vistancia is a stunning active adult gated community in northern Peoria.    This community has been established by Shea Homes and will consist of 2400 homes on 1000 acres and opened in 2004.   Homes in Trilogy at Vistancia range in size from 1300 to 3100 square feet.  There are many golf course lots available all at reasonable prices.  This is a beautiful gated community located away from all the hustle and bustle of city life.      Trilogy at Vistancia features many amenities to its residents.  These include the Kiva Club, a 35,000 square foot resort style club which includes billiards, event rooms, a fitness studio and athletic club.  The athletic club has fitness  and wellness equipment such as a 25  yard indoor pool, aerobics studio, free weights, st... 11/16/2007

If you live in the Phoenix Arizona area and love art and are looking for something a bit unusual and unique you will want to check out Bentley Projects. This art gallery showcases contemporary paintings and sculptures from internationally renowned talent as well as pieces from local rising artists.  The facility can also be rented out for events. For more information about this unusual art gallery, visit their website. If you are thinking of relocating to Arizona, call Bob and Carolin Benjamin at 480-201-3001. We look forward to helping you with your real estate needs in Arizona. 10/23/2007

 OPEN HOUSE ANNOUNCEMENT          August 25 & 26, 2007            RECENTLY LISTED!FROM 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.WHERE: 11275 N. 99 Avenue Lot 123, Peoria, AZ  85345MOVE IN READY! 3 bdrm split floor plan with master walk-in closet; master bath features extra closet + linen and granite-like countertop and tub/shower walls; addt'l 2 bdrms have full bath between them with granite-like countertop; kitchen, formal dining, and family rooms feature beautiful dark wood flooring; inside laundry. Loads of cabinets! All appliances convey, gas range/oven, new carpeting, private yard, and storage. Clubhouse features include pool tables, air hockey, weight room, relaxing fireplace lounge area, sound stage/entertainment area, big screen TV, sparkling pool/spa, BBQ, plus more! Family room boasts great view... 08/22/2007

Beautiful Peoria 3 Bdrm/2 Bath Manufactured Home located in Desert Vista PlaceLocation: Desert Vista PlaceMOVE IN READY! 3 bdrm split floor plan with master walk-in closet; master bath features extra closet + linen and granite-like countertop and tub/shower walls; addt'l 2 bdrms have full bath between them with granite-like countertop; kitchen, formal dining, and family rooms feature beautiful dark wood flooring; inside laundry. Loads of cabinets! All appliances convey, gas range/oven, new carpeting, private yard, and storage. Clubhouse features include pool tables, air hockey, weight room, relaxing fireplace lounge area, sound stage/entertainment area, big screen TV, sparkling pool/spa, BBQ, plus more! Family room boasts great view!InformationContact InformationJoyce Mahaney Brewster(6... 08/13/2007

Vistancia, voted one of the Top Ten Master Planned Communities in the nation for the third consecutive year, is a thriving area of the northwest valley, in Peoria, Arizona.  Unlike the Verrado® Community, where the developer DMB built Main Street before building the homes, Vistancia took the opposite approach. The early movers to Vistancia are poised for the payoff.  Along with a Safeway anchored shopping plaza and a Wells Fargo bank nearing completion, big box retail projects just a few miles away from the entrance to Vistancia are nearing completion, and have a significant customer base just waiting for the doors to open. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Now - if you think you want to be the f... 07/21/2007

Renting a home is an expensive luxury! The average rent in the Phoenix area is now $809 per month. Occupancy rates are 98% occupied. Rentals are getting very scarce and costly now.If you were paying $809 per month, how much home could you buy? After converting this rent payment and factoring in the tax advantage of home ownership you could buy a home worth $140,000. There are currently 2200 homes for sale in the Phoenix area for $140,000 or less.Are you paying $1000 per month? A home valued at $175,000 is within your reach.All of this doesn't consider that historically, home ownership will also pay you approximately 5% a year in equity appreciation.Can you afford to rent?Call me to find out how to fire your landlord!Jim Little, Your Sun City Realtorhttp://jclittle.com/Ken Meade Realty17... 07/20/2007

If you live in Arizona and your family enjoys stargazing, things related to space and planatariums you will want to check out The Challenger Space Center located in Peoria, Arizona. There are "Summer Matinee Missions" happening from June 12th through July 26th (Tuesday and Thursday afternoons ~ 1pm - 3:30pm). The Challenger Space Center also has several labs and camps for kids to enjoy this summer. You can visit their website to learn more about these educational and interesting summer activities being offered. 06/23/2007

The subdivision of Pleasant Valley had 4 homes sell during the month of May 2007.  These home had an average list price of $602,225.00 and average sale price was $584,750.00.  As of May 31, 2007, there were 2 homes under contract in Pleasant Valley. The average list price of these pending homes was $772,450.00.There were 43 active listings in Pleasant Valley as of the end of May 2007.    The average list price of these active listings was $668,014.72. For more information about Pleasant Valley or other fine communities in Peoria Arizona, please view my website at http://www.donrichhomes.com/.      M page specifically on Pleasant Valley is http://www.donrichhomes.com/Pleasant_Valley/page_1687489.html.     Call m at (623)640-0937 if you have any questions.  06/10/2007

The subdivision of Terramar had 7 homes sell during the month of May 2007.  These home had an average list price of $380,114.00 and average sale price was $371,914.29.  As of May 31, 2007, there were 6 homes under contract in Terramar. The average list price of these pending homes was $407,219.17. There were 98 active listings in Terramar as of the end of May 2007.    The average list price of these active listings was $450,462.95. For more information about Terramar or other fine communities in Peoria Arizona (http://www.donrichhomes.com/Peoria_Arizona/page1671896.html), please view my website at http://www.donrichhomes.com/Terramar/page_1687505.html or contact me at (623) 640-0937.    06/10/2007

As of the end of May there were 45 active listings in Trilogy at Vistancia with an average list price of $431,077.76.      There were 7 homes under contract, or pending, during the month of May and 3 homes sold in Trilogy at Vistancia this month.     The average sale price of these homes were $457,333.33.  For more information about homes in Peoria or the AZ real estate market, please contact me at http://www.donrichhomes.com/Trilogy_at_Vistancia/page_1687507.html or call me at (623) 640-0937.  06/10/2007