This week, WalletHub named Scottsdale the second best place to retire. If you live here, this shouldn’t come as a surprise, and you can probably already think of a few reasons for this ranking. Tampa is the only city that beat out Scottsdale on this list and Peoria, Arizona represents the West Valley at number 10.
Scottsdale scored particularly well in quality of life and activities available for residents, and we agree. If you’re a retiree considering buying a home in Scottsdale, check out some of the main benefits of this move.
It’s a Dry Heat
Sure, it’s a bit of a cliché, but it’s true! The dry weather is perfect for people with health problems that flare up in humidity. If you have arthritis, asthma, or allergies, moving to Scottsdale may provide you with some relief. This is just one reason many people, from young families to retirees, decide to move to Arizona.
Golf Courses Galore
Scottsdale boasts more than 100 golf courses, many of which have won national awards. From Troon North Golf Club to Silverleaf and The Country Club at DC Ranch, you’ll have several courses nearby to choose from when you retire in Scottsdale. This is especially true when you buy a home on the golf course.
Relaxing Resorts
Scottsdale – especially the northern area – has plenty of resorts and spas that make it easy to relax when you’re here. Just one example is the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, which features five refreshing pools, a soothing spa, and an 18-hole golf course. Other popular resorts in this area include Talking Stick, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, and Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch.
Joya Terrace at the Montelucia Resort and Spa
Great Health Care
Scottsdale is home to well-respected hospitals. They include HonorHealth Shea Medical Center and HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center. Plus, there’s the well-known Mayo Clinic, which is appealing enough to cause some retirees to start considering buying a home in Scottsdale. The city is also full of smaller, well-run clinics that provide top notch service to residents of all ages.
Fun Festivals
If you don’t feel like golfing or spending the day at a resort and spa, you can probably find a festival going on near you. The Scottsdale Arts Festival takes place every March and makes it easy for you to get a glimpse of paintings, ceramics, jewelry, and sculptures crafted by talented artists from all over the country. The Scottsdale Culinary Festival takes place about a month later, and this is your chance to taste food made by dozens of chefs from local restaurants while listening to live music. If you’re in search of something to do in the fall, plan to watch some amazing movies at the Scottsdale International Film Festival in November.
Clearly, there is plenty for retirees – and residents of all ages – to do in this city. If you’re ready to look for a home in Scottsdale, contact The Matheson Team today.
Don Matheson
Realtor | Founder
The Matheson Team – RE/MAX Fine Properties
21000 N. Pima Rd., #100, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
602-694-3200 or 888-656-4830
don@azgolfhomes.com