Those seeking real estate in Mesa AZ, will be greeted by the scene of breathtaking mountain ranges, surrounding a thriving community.
Located just 20 miles east of Phoenix, Mesa’s population was 443,875 residents as of 2014. That figure has grown 3.27 percent since 2000, a testimony to Mesa’s ability to attract new residents as a city in its own right and not just a bedroom community for Phoenix.
Recreation enthusiasts can choose among a variety of activities in Mesa. The city is home to numerous championship golf courses. In addition to offering a number of parks and pools, the city also stocks its lakes for year-round urban fishing. Mesa’s agreeable climate has made it an attractive spring training ground for the Chicago Cubs and now the Oakland A’s.
Spectator sports abound, including baseball and golf tournaments, swimming and water polo competitions, and national collegiate sport championships, to name but a few.
For recreation of a different nature, the Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch offers the opportunity to view nearly 200 bird species on the 110-acre wildlife sanctuary, along with five miles of nature trail, an observatory and botanical garden.
Other nearby natural recreational attractions include the Apache Trail and the Tonto National Forest. The area’s three lakes and two rivers adjacent to the city provide ample opportunity for kayaking, desert boating, paddle boarding, and water skiing. The surrounding mountain ranges provide an impressive backdrop for the city.
Mesa isn’t only about outdoor recreation, however. The city is home to several museums, as well as an amphitheater, and arts center, supporting a strong cultural arts presence.
If you’re looking for a city that offers plenty of dining and nightlife, you aren’t likely to be disappointed with Mesa. From American and Old World Italian cuisine to the regional flavors of Mexico and the Southwest, the city serves up a plethora of restaurant options for visitors and residents alike.
Venues are just as diverse, with dinner theaters, sports bars and tea rooms among the mix of dining establishments. A number of urban bars and dance clubs keep the nightlife going well into the morning hours.
Much of the residential architecture of the region is reflective of the city’s Southwestern heritage, but there are a few deviations in style. Colonial Revival and Mission/Spanish Revival are popular.
Mesa AZ real estate for sale can be found in a number of distinct neighborhoods, offering just the right setting for retirees, young families or urban professionals.
Falcon Field residents have easy access to air travel as well as major highways. About one-third of this neighborhood’s inhabitants consider themselves to be long-term residents, having owned their homes for five or more years. It is a popular area for empty nesters and professionals.
Stonegate Estates offers affordable family homes and is popular with young professionals and families. It is located along the eastern edge of the city. The Casa Mesa neighborhood offers very affordable housing for first-time home buyers and young families.
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