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In fact, its cost of living is 13% higher than the national average.
He added that Tucson has good healthcare access, air quality, hiking and sunshine all year.
Sedona
Its obvious why youd want to retire to Sedona.
The desert town is surrounded by majestic canyon walls and pine forests, and it enjoys a pleasant climate.
There are even spas and galleries for retirees to enjoy.
There is one issue, however, according to Holden Andrews, founder ofHelpful Home Group.
According to Zillow, the average value of a Sedona home is just shy of $927,000.
Baker suggested Prescott Valley, which is only an hour away from Sedona, as an attractive alternative.
According to Zillow, the average home sale price is just shy of $454,000.
A good alternative is Mesa, he said.
Zillow lists the average home value in Mesa at just about $437,000.
Baker suggested that active retirees eyeing Flagstaff should check out Peoria, which is just two hours away.
you could go up into the mountains and hang out in Flagstaff.
Its an easy, flat drive, Baker said.
Retirees may be happy considering Sun City, Arizona, Baker said.
They dont even have to leave these neighborhoods, Baker said.
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