Phoenix Road Closure Update for your weekend:
ADOT plans to be very busy and will be focusing most of their resources working on projects slated for the I 17 and 101 freeways. There will be road closures on certain stretches of freeway this weekend - so be on the look out!
So, here is the good news; there is so much focus on the I 17 and 101 this weekend, if you can avoid these freeways - you should be in for a nice restful and relaxing drive. The bad news . . . as you can see below in our ADOT details, if you can't avoid these two freeways - just be prepared for delays and detours.
Phoenix – Several freeway improvement projects in the Phoenix area will require closures or lane restrictions this weekend (Sept. 19-22). The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) recommends drivers allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes while the following restrictions are in place:Freeway restrictions in Phoenix Valley (Sept 19-22)
Dear Potential Client,
Are you thinking of buying a home? Well, what are you waiting for? Let's work together to start planning your future. I would like to help you do what I do best -- find the perfect home for you. Here are a couple of questions you might think about before we meet.
Are you ready to buy a home? Some factors to consider when preparing to buy a home are whether or not you have a steady source of income and if you have been employed on a regular basis for the last few years. Also, determine how much money you have saved for a down payment and what would be a realistic amount of money that you could spend on a mortgage each month. There are additional expenses such as closing costs, taxes, insurance and home owners' association fees that we should calculated as well. I can help you do this. Let's schedule a meeting.
We should investigate the maximum loan amount that you would be able to afford in order to establish the price range of houses to consider. Lenders calculate your debt-to-income ratio, which is a comparison of your expenses to your gross (pre-tax) income. Monthly mortgage payments should total no more than 29% of your gross income, while the mortgage payment, combined with other long-term debts (such as car payments) should not exceed 41% of your gross income. The lender will also take into consideration your credit history and cash available for a down payment when determining your maximum loan amount.
Once we have agreed on the price range of homes to look at, next we should discuss your needs. Think about where you would like to live and how much space you would like to have. I suggest driving through neighborhoods you are considering and attend local open houses to get an idea of what you want. When deciding on possible locations, think about distance to your job, schools, family, etc. It's best to make a list of your priorities, such as location, size, and amenities. Determine the minimum requirements that the house must have for you to consider it as well as a wish list of perks you would like it to have.
I am dedicated to meeting your needs and the more information you can share with me, the better I can serve you. Please contact me at 480-202-3558 to schedule an appointment so we can discuss more about your dream home.
Cordially,
Candace Robinson
Home Smart Real Estate
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HomeSmart Difference - The Smart Move! How Much is Your Home Worth? How Much Can You Afford? Serving Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Ocotillo, Tempe, Phoenix, Scottsdale and more... AZ REALTOR®
Representing Buyers and Sellers Valley Wide
Welcome to your virtual Arizona directory. I'm Candace Robinson, an Arizona Licensed Real Estate agent with HomeSmart Internation Real Estate in Phoenix metro area. As a member of our local Arizona Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®. I work with both Buyers and Sellers serving the East Valley and surrounding areas including Gilbert Real Estate, Chandler Real Estate, Tempe Real Estate, Mesa Real Estate, Fountain Hills Real Estate, Apache Junction Real Estate, Scottsdale Real Estate, Cave Creek Real Estate, Phoenix Real Estate, Queen Creek Real Estate, Casa Grande Real Estate, Maricopa Real Estate, Ahwatukee Homes and more.
Providing a full range of real estate services HomeSmart is the smart move for all your real estate needs. If you are looking into buying or selling a home in the Phoenix metropolitan area, hire a REALTOR® like myself, who wants to win your business and trust. I will be honored to share with you an educated idea of what your home's value is based on experience, local knowledge, and comparable actual sales in your neighborhood! To get a FREE no-obligation Home Evaluation specific to your needs be sure to contact me. If you have any general questions about buying or selling real estate with my HomeSmart marketing plan please don't hesitate to contact me.
Gilbert is one of the fastest growing municipalities in the nation. And for good reason! For those seeking a dynamic, community minded environment, Gilbert has it all, delivering a contemporary suburban lifestyle bordered by the urban resources of the adjacent Phoenix.
Gilbert offers excellent freeway access. US-60 runs along the northern border of the Town, connecting to the other cities in the East Valley. The San Tan freeway runs directly through Gilbert from US-60 south, and west to the Interstate 10. Gilbert is only about 15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Gilbert, Arizona has successfully maintained its small town feel and you will find the sense of community is focused on raising a family, quality education, plentiful leisure activities, and a fantastic business core. It is an excellent reference for businesses and residents alike. Gilbert was ranked #22 as the safest cities in US in 2006.
Gilbert and surrounding communities include parks, equestrian trails, golf courses, tennis courts, fishing, boating. Whatever your choice of lifestyle, Gilbert offers an excellent quality of life!
Town of Gilbert
Population by year
1950
1,833
1960
1,971
1970
5,717
1980
16,920
1990
29,122
2000
109,697
2005
173,989
2006
191,517
Gilbert is centrally located in Arizona and was incorporated on July 6, 1920. In 1902, the Arizona Eastern Railway asked for donations of right of way in order to establish a rail line between Phoenix and Florence. A rail siding was established on property owned by William "Bobby" Gilbert. The siding, and the town that sprung up around it, eventually became known as Gilbert. Gilbert was a prime farming community, fueled by the construction of the Roosevelt Dam and the Eastern and Consolidated Canals in 1911. It remained an agriculture town for many years, and was known as the "Hay Capital of the World" until the late 1920s. Gilbert began to take its current shape during the 1970s when the Town Council approved a strip annexation that encompassed 53 square miles of county land. Although the population was only 5,717 in 1970 the Council realized that Gilbert would eventually grow and develop much like the neighboring communities of Tempe, Mesa, and Chandler. In the last two decades, Gilbert has grown at a pace unparalleled by most communities in the United States, increasing in population from 29,122 in 1990 to over 191,000 in 2006.
I moved to Arizona in November of 1974 and have lived in the Gilbert/Mesa area ever since. I built my first home in Gilbert in 1987. I raised my three children in Gilbert and found this a very exciting place for all walks of life. The Gilbert School District was my main motivation to move from Mesa where my parents lived to Gilbert. Our first home was built by a local contractor, ALC Builders. I currently still live in Gilbert, Arizona and find this a fantastic place to raise your family, own your own business and be centrally located to so many wonderful restaurants, shopping malls, parks, and recreational activities. Enjoy yourself in Gilbert, Arizona!
Nearest cities:
Mesa, AZ (4.7 miles ), Chandler, AZ (7.7 miles ), Queen Creek, AZ (10.9 miles ), Salt River, AZ (11.5 miles ), Sun Lakes, AZ (11.6 miles ), Tempe, AZ (11.8 miles ), Santan, AZ (13.6 miles ), Guadalupe, AZ (13.8 miles ).
Southeast Regional Library Located on a 127-acre site, the Southeast Regional Library not only offers books, videos, CDs and access to the web, visitors also have spectacular views of the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch
The 110-acre Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch is located at 2757 E. Guadalupe Road east of Greenfield Road, next to the Southeast Regional Library in Gilbert, Arizona. At the Riparian Preserve over 200 species of birds can be seen throughout the year. There are 4.5 miles of walking trails, and fishing at the recreation lake at Water Ranch. This unique area was designed to utilize recycled water to create community wetland wildlife sanctuaries for recreation, education, and research. The Riparian Institute also offers programs and classes to the public, like birds walks, kids camps and programs, and public viewings at the new observatory. Download Map
Heritage District An officially recognized and established historic area, the Heritage District marks the original Gilbert town site and is still the historic center of the community. The Heritage District includes one-of-a-kind restaurants, shops and offices.
The Hale Centre Theatre has a legendary heritage as the longest continuously running, privately owned and operated theater company in America. You can find it now in the Heritage District in downtown Gilbert, presenting a variety of theatrical performances.
Gilbert Town Square, an urban village created by Triple Five Arizona Development, features a 14-screen megaplex theater, retail shops and restaurants.
Gilbert Days November marks Gilbert Days, a unique, three-day celebration that marks the paving of Gilbert Road through downtown. Gilbert Days provides fun-filled activities for the entire family including the Gilbert Days 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run, a parade through downtown, and IPRA Rodeo action and carnival that takes places at Gilbert Rodeo Park.
Gilbert Historical Society Museum The town's history has been captured in the Gilbert Historical Society Museum. Located in a building that was once the original Town School at 10 S. Gilbert Road.
Freestone Skate Park From the novice in-line skater to the extreme skateboarder, Gilbert's 22,000 sq. ft. skate park offers features that accommodate all skill levels. The skate park located in Freestone Park offers free, non-supervised skating to visitors.
Freestone Park Gilbert's flagship park truly is a wonderful place to visit and play. Freestone Park features ball fields, sport courts, a train, batting cage concession, playgrounds and picnic ramadas for visitors to enjoy. Located at the park you will also find and amphitheatre, Gilbert's Skate Park and the Freestone Recreation Center.
Crossroads Dog Park This dog park is on the west side of Greenfield Road, south of Warner Road. The dog park hours are 6 a.m.- 10 p.m., seven days per week. 2155 E. Knox Road.
Cosmo Park is located at the northeast corner of Ray Road and the Santan Loop 202 in Gilbert. Hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. The park features a lighted fenced dog park.
SPORTS & RECREATION Outdoor recreation abounds in the area. Among the offerings are:
The largest non-government employers in the Town of Gilbert and surrounding area:
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Schools in Gilbert and surrounding areas:
Gilbert school information (with maps)
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Gilbert:
CHANDLER/GILBERT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 6 miles; CHANDLER, AZ)
MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 9 miles; MESA, AZ)
SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 12 miles; SCOTTSDALE)
RIO SALADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 13 miles; TEMPE, AZ)
AL COLLINS GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL LTD (about 13 miles; TEMPE)
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 14 miles; TEMPE, AZ)
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX-PHOENIX CAMPUS (about 19 miles; PHOENIX, AZ)
Public high schools in Gilbert:
MESQUITE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 3,034; Location: 500 S MCQUEEN RD; Grades: 09 - 12)
GILBERT HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 2,996; Location: 1101 EAST ELLIOT RD.; Grades: 09 - 12)
HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 2,347; Location: 4301 EAST GUADALUPE ROAD; Grades: 09 - 12)
HIGLEY HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 1,126; Location: 4068 EAST PECOS ROAD; Grades: 09 - 12)
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 384; Location: 1515 S. VAL VISTA DR.; Grades: 09 - 12)
GILBERT LEARNING CENTER (Students: 197; Location: 140 S. GILBERT RD.; Grades: 07 - 12)
GILBERT NIGHT SCHOOL (Students: 65; Location: 140 S. GILBERT RD.; Grades: 09 - 12)
WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL (Scheduled to Open 2007)
Biggest public primary/middle schools in Gilbert:
EVIT GILBERT (Students: 2,128; Location: 140 S GILBERT ROAD; Grades: UG - UG)
GREENFIELD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 1,472; Location: 101 SOUTH GREENFIELD ROAD; Grades: 07 - 08)
SAN TAN ELEMENTARY (Students: 1,185; Location: 3443 E. CALISTOGA; Grades: PK - 08)
EDU-PRIZE (Students: 1,128; Location: 580 W. MELODY AVE.; Grades: KG - 08)
MESQUITE JR HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 1,034; Location: 140 SOUTH GILBERT ROAD; Grades: 07 - 08)
GILBERT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 1,002; Location: 1016 N. BURK; Grades: 07 - 08)
FINLEY FARMS ELEMENTARY (Students: 989; Location: 375 S. COLUMBUS DRIVE; Grades: KG - 06)
CAROL RAE RANCH ELEMENTARY (Students: 968; Location: 3777 E. HOUSTON AVE; Grades: PK - 06)
GILBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 950; Location: 175 W. ELLIOTT; Grades: PK - 06)
SETTLERS POINT ELEMENTARY (Students: 900; Location: 423 E. SETTLER'S POINT DRIVE; Grades: KG - 06)
Private primary/middle schools in Gilbert:
LA PETITE ACADEMY (Students: 308; Location: 700 S. ISLAND DRIVE WEST; Grades: PK - 4)
CHRISTS GREENFIELD LUTHERAN SC (Students: 280; Location: 425 N GREENFIELD RD; Grades: PK - 6)
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (Students: 375; Location: 919 E GUADALUPE ROAD; Grades: K2-8th)
SURREY GARDEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 100; Location: 450 E PARK AVE; Grades: KG - 9)
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The correct selling price of a home is the highest price that the market will bear. To assist you in determining the correct asking price I will provide you with a comprehensive market analysis of comparable properties sold and offered for sale in your neighborhood.
To provide a more detailed Comparative Market Analysis, I would be more than happy to also assess your listing in person. Feel free to contact me for your NO obligation analysis today!
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