A tech hub with highly rated schools, master-planned neighborhoods and one of the best small downtowns in the Valley.
Population: about 280,000 · Vibe: Suburban, tech-driven, family-friendly · Best for: Families, tech workers
Chandler’s Price Corridor is home to major tech employers, and master-planned communities like Ocotillo and Fulton Ranch are popular with families. Downtown Chandler has a great restaurant and brewery scene.
Highlights
- Historic Downtown Chandler
- Tumbleweed Park and Veterans Oasis Park
- The Ostrich Festival in spring
- Quick access to Loop 101, Loop 202 and I-10
Moving to Chandler
Chandler home prices sit above the Valley median. Chandler Unified and Kyrene schools are major draws. Expect HOAs in most newer communities.
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