What's it like in the city of Maricopa, AZ?

[vegaspilgrim]

Originally Posted by crewbank

I think this is great place to retire, and I do not understand concerns that Tempe has declined. Garson, what is it that you don't like, specifically? We have the lowest crime rates in 25 years, beautiful parks, great public transportation, all sorts of cultural and arts events for people of all ages, not to mention a thriving retired population and some of the highest sustained levels of home values in the valley. I think it is well worth considering retiring in Tempe.

The homes are almost all well-built, accessible, and easy to maintain, unlike many new developments. We are close to many great golf and tennis facilities, as well as centrally located to any excursions in or out of the valley. The atmosphere is pleasant and there are lots of great restaurants and social clubs around town. To dispel a myth about Tempe, college kids and parties are not really an issue south of Broadway Ave. I live a mile from campus, and you can hear a pin drop most nights with the exception of distant fireworks on game nights. Different strokes for different folks I suppose, but the retirees in my neighborhood seem very happy.

I don't know crewbank... I was with you, but now I'm starting to think you've lost even me. The Tempe you're describing doesn't sound like the one I live in. It is certainly not a utopia. If you think the college influence ends once you hit Broadway... wrong! It goes at least until Baseline Rd, and really almost till you hit Guadalupe. Most of the elderly people in Tempe are the original residents who moved into their homes when they were built in the 50s and 60s and never moved out; they aren't people who selected Tempe has a "retirement destination." Nevertheless, this is a thread about Maricopa, not Tempe. Perhaps start your own thread about Tempe?