Hi Chris - Phoenix is a big place with lots of fine areas, but the conjestion will remind you very quickly of Los Angeles. Tucson on the other hand is also a very fine City and not nearly as congested and crowded. Perhaps a beautiful Active Adult Community in NW Tucson - Heritage Highlands at Dove Mountain might be just what you and your wife are looking for. Plenty of fine homes to choose from in your price range - more amenities than you will find in any other community of this type (And 24 hour gated security). Only 1 hour & 25 minutes to the Phx airport. The Dove Mountain area is lush and at an elevation with Giant Saguaro Cactus all around, incredible views of the Mountains and City Lights.
I specialize in this area and would be happy to provide a private guided tour for you and your wife at a convenient time. Check out my website and also Heritage Highlands at:
http://www.heritagehighlands.com
You'll be pleasantly surprised. Thanks and all the very best in life,
- Wed Jun 4 2008, 06:49