Scottsdale Lives Vibe
Scottsdale Lives are rich and boundless! ‘The West’s Most Western Town,’ is bursting as our secret gets out. Golf, luxe resorts, hiking, baseball and more for warm winter play. A+ schools, a great work climate, and healthcare align. Plus, homes from high-rise to master-planned, beautifully landscaped, in desert and greens, to put down roots.
Map of Scottsdale City Limits
Old West meets New West in a rich tapestry — a fresh ethos where an indie spirit joins eclectic growth in our special city.
Our Southwestern heritage weaves a fresh fusion of diverse locales and folks converging from near and far. All contribute to the revival — of our vibrant metro and remote enclaves of this lush and rugged paradise we call home.
Artistry and good planning deftly mesh. Endless options exist for taking in peak events. Dazzling sunrises and sunsets bookend each day. Your ideal version of Scottsdale lives awaits!
History, Baseball and Golf
Scottsdale was first named Orangedale, for 1880’s founder Winfield Scott’s orange groves. And, blooming backyard citrus trees still cast a potent scent over our magical Sonoran Desert oasis in spring.
Springtime also means baseball! Scottsdale hosts lots of attractions to keep you entertained. Or, refuges to relax you. We’re proudly one of the premier Golf meccas, par excellence — in the world ! You’ll find the perfect mode and place for your every mood.
Hiking, Cycling and More
Scottsdale lives outside! We offer miles of trails for every kind of trekking, both desert and flat. Hikers and mountain bikers hit nearby peaks get to see stunning valley views from the top. We also have so many nice parks | rec centers — including a desert preserve. Ours is a cyclers’ haven too. And, with 299 days of sunshine a year, we seize our best season from October to April. Stay happy and active in our 9th healthiest US city!
Scottsdale Lives — Coming Home
We have a stellar city to visit and call home. What’s your lifestyle? An urban locale with a ranch-style abode? We have lots of those, designed with you in mind. And, we raise landscaping and maintenance to a fine art.
Maybe high-rise living is your fashion? How about golf course or mountain views? Our cityscapes dazzle from every balcony, mountaintop, and lake-front or quiet neighborhood home.
Perhaps an upscaled vintage house suits you? Renewing the charms of past eras with bright, modern facades, is making way for the influx of new inhabitants — eager to discover its landmarks and trendy, new hotspots.
Is a slower pace of quiet retreats with breathing room in wide open spaces, gazing at stars and city lights more your style? Perhaps a horse property and room for toys? Scottsdale delivers!
A sense of place and community are important wherever you hang your hat. And, Scottsdale’s oodles of options make it easy to seek what fills your soul: communing in nature, or indoors in a spectrum of beautiful faith sanctuaries. Opportunities abound to give back, as we grow and serve together. Faith and worship places are part of Scottsdale lives.
Arts, Resorts and Entertainment
Scottsdale offers a wealth of arts and entertainment. And, other attractions, like world-class resorts and spas. We also offer dining – casual, cultural and fine. Plus, shopping, night life, and casinos. And, much more, whether your mode is striving or relaxing.
AAA Rated City, A+ Schools and Libraries
Scottsdale is a AAA rated city — it’s very well run, with a robust civic and transit base. And many other assets and amenities exist to serve our people.
Our city’s top-rated schools are all A+ — with public, charter and private choices.
And, our libraries are first-rate and horse-themed — Arabian, Mustang, Appaloosa and Pegasus — plus the mothership Civic Center Library.
Work and Healthcare
Scottsdale Lives make good company! We work hard to attract the best firms to put down stakes and the best talent employ. Scottsdale’s partnership with ASU is a showcase example. That includes healthcare, with our local and and global focus. Big hitters like Mayo Clinic, CVS Health and HonorHealth live and work here. We also boast an unrivaled Airpark business hub. Here’s my Work post encompassing our vast opportunities!
Scottsdale Lives Wrap Up
It’s a place where every style fits — chic and laid back. And, whatever strikes your fancy or the weather. Enjoy our trendy and rustic vitality. Easing home, New West style, living our best Scottsdale Lives.
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April Halstead
Scottsdale Lifestyle Blogger
I’m a 5th generation native Arizona gal who loves showing and telling what makes Scottsdale an amazing place to visit and make home! I hope you enjoy our city through my lens, making your own discoveries and memories here!