Chandler, Arizona is a beautiful, southwestern "Jewel of the Desert". From a sunny day in May 1912 there has been nothing but growth for Chandler. On that day, veterinarian and agricultural pioneer Dr. A.J. Chandler opened a town site office and began selling sections of land from his 18,000-acre ranch. It was his idea to start a town, he did not know it then but he was truly a visionary, 300 people came from all over the United States to purchase land on that day alone. By 1920, Chandler had more than 1,000 residents and now boasts an estimated 227,884 people.

Located in the trendy, contemporary Phoenix-Mesa metro area, Chandler is the perfect city to live and prosper. Within close proximity to urban developments, Chandler still manages to retain its small town charm. The foremost industry in Chandler is the ever-growing high tech field. With such leaders as Intel and Motorola, Chandler is host to a plethora of employment opportunities. The median household income is $71,653.

Historic downtown Chandler is home to a beautiful town square. It, along with several others in the area, was designed and completed by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The city and the private sector have cooperated to restore many of the square's historic buildings. The area surrounding the square is currently being marketed as a location for corporate offices, upscale restaurants, specialty retailers, and resort-related business.

Chandler has been named as one of the fastest growing cities in the Southwest. It has enjoyed a population increase of over 150 percent since 1990. The median housing cost for a new home is $236,858. Since it is a relatively "young" city with a median age of 31.2 years, the housing options are mainly single-family homes. Choices range from apartments of all kinds and condominiums to luxury homes, with everything in between. The style is definitely influenced by the heritage and climate of the Southwest.

Since Chandler has an average of 330 sunny days per years and an average temperature of 85 degrees, it seems like summer never ends. A terrific place to take the family or go exploring alone is the Desert Breeze Railroad Park, where a reproduction 1880's locomotive carries visitors around the park. There are also many other activities from fishing and hiking to swimming in one of the community's many pools. Whether you're watching drag boat races at Firebird Lake or golfing at San Marcos Golf Resort there is something for everyone.

Several public school districts serve the needs of Chandler's youth, as well as many private and charter schools. If you are interested in pursuing a post secondary education, then you will find such institutions as Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and Northern Arizona University all within close range. They offer a wide range of choices for every type of student.

Chandler offers year-round fun and excitement at its many special events and festivals. You can see everything from big birds at the Ostrich Festival to tiny dogs at the Chihuahua races. Chandler is a beautiful city in which to live, work, retire, or raise a family. You'll agree that the values make the difference. If you are considering moving to the area, or would like more information, feel free to request a "free relocation package" today!