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Housing, groceries, utilities, and transportation costs are all a little above the national average.
Only healthcare is a little cheaper.
One city might be unaffordable to first-time home buyers but not to retirees.
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Schools are one of the best indicators of home values.
Even now, housing is only really accessible to millionaires in many parts of the city.
As more high-income earners move to the area, Scottsdale will remain unaffordable for many buyers.
These affluent custom builds are raising housing costs in the area and pricing some people out.
But for first-time buyers or lower-income households, its fast-approaching unaffordable.
But with rising costs, this city could become unaffordable in the near future.
Demand for homes in Mesa has skyrocketed.
Many places in Arizona are still reasonably priced.
Even if costs do continue to rise, getting in now could be financially strategic.
That said, Rebecca had a few suggestions of places to consider.
These cities are seeing less demand due to the fact they are further out from the Metro areas.
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