Need to find safe neighborhood in-between Tolleson and Scottsdale Community College (Phoenix: apartment, for rent)

[goingbacktoVA]

Hello all, my name is Jeremy. I'm a 100% disabled vet/retired USAF. My family and I are moving to Arizona and we need to find somewhere safe and affordable that's max 30 minutes from my in-laws in Tolleson and 20 minutes or less from Scottsdale Community College. I'm trying to find somewhere safe with rent $1000.00 and below. Have a wife and three small children. Thanks everyone for your time.

[Jkgourmet]

Thank you for your service.

Can you tell us a little more, please? How big a place do you need? How many bedrooms? SFR or apartment (I assume you are renting)? Does that $1000/mo give you enough money to pay utilities (which can be quite high in the summer in Phoenix)?

It's going to be difficult to find something large enough for 5 people in that price range, I'm afraid. . .

[CodyW]

Needing to be between those two things puts you right in the center of Phoenix. It'll be hard to find something large enough for that price, I'm afraid.

[goingbacktoVA]

Thanks for the replies. $1,000 for rent is the goal but if we can find somewhere safe then I can give a little with the rent. . I have set aside additional funds for utilities. Need 4 bedrooms SFH, loft would be great as well. Typing this in a rush, sorry for any odd spelling/etc.

[Kimballette]

Thank you for your service.

I really don't think you will find a four bedroom home for $1000 a month, but I wish you all the best. Keep in mind that summer electrical costs can be in the hundreds. Of course, once established, you can sign up for a level pay plan which makes managing that expense easier. Good luck to you.

[goingbacktoVA]

Thanks all!