1. A Hub for Adventure

If you’re looking into Flagstaff as a future home base, it’s likely that your zeal for adventure doesn’t stop just at where you live. Flagstaff is an excellent starting line for your adventures all throughout Northern Arizona, Nevada and even breathtaking Southern Utah & Colorado. Just a short drive to neighboring world-famous destinations like The Grand Canyon and Sedona’s Oak Creek Canyon & red rocks, you’re also only a 3.5-5.5 hour drive to Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas, Telluride, CO and more! Or just a 2 hour drive down to the Phoenix area if you’re just craving the nearest “big city”.

2. Culture & Community in AZ

Many other parts of Arizona around Phoenix have often been criticized of having a lack of culture or community–where suburban sprawl and corporate chains rule the land. While the Valley has made strides in recent years, Flagstaff doesn’t suffer those same shortcomings. Not only is the view more vibrant and beautiful, so too is the culture and the community that fosters it. One advantage of being a college town that also draws the type of people at peace in the beautiful mountains of Arizona, is that there is a thriving, artistic culture that guarantees no shortage of festivals, concerts, community parades and holiday events, diverse food options, artwalks, local Native cultural events and so much more!

3. Take Hike, Boredom!

If you’ve visited Flagstaff, it’s impossible not to notice the stunning scenery of the miles of Ponderosa Pine forest all around you. With that comes so many great ways to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. From hiking the heights of the San Francisco Peaks, biking through town directly onto the trails on the Urban Trail System, hitting the slopes at snowbowl, winter ice skating, or simply pitching a tent out on beautiful public land, you’ll never be bored if you love the outdoors.

4. Weather? Cool it.

If you’re moving from out-of-state, you might have a certain perception of the weather in Arizona… (hot as hell). Well that’s not the case for Flagstaff! Being at an elevation that put’s Denver to shame (7000′), Flagstaff offers a true 4-season climate that doesn’t get nearly as hot as the Valley of the Sun. During the summer months, highs generally stay in the 80s with cooler evenings.

5. Home Values Continually High (like the Elevation)

While in general the home prices aren’t exactly desirable for those looking for a bargain, the flipside is due to the limited housing supply and high demand, your investment will most likely continue to grow at a solid pace. According to Realtor.com, the median home price in July ’22 in Flagstaff was $709,000, up over 18% year over year.

Nearly sold on the idea of moving to ‘Flag’? Take a look at our handy relocation guide or just go ahead and give Daniel and the rest of The COLLINS TEAM a call at at (928) 230-5168. We have the local expertise to make sure you fit right in!

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Is it a Buyer’s Market or a Seller’s Market in Flagstaff?

With a sale to list price ratio of 99.88%, Flagstaff is is definitely a “seller’s market”. What this means is that on average homes in Flagstaff sold for right around the asking price. While this does mean Flagstaff sellers are currently in control, that isn’t stopping Flagstaff buyers, which brings us to our next point…

Are Homes in Flagstaff a Good Investment?

Home prices in Flagstaff have continued to trend upward over the last year. As of September 2020, the median list price was up 17% year over year, at $479K. The median sale price was $460K.

Flagstaff Home Availability

What are the chances you’ll land the Flagstaff home of your dreams? You’ll have to act quickly and come in with a great offer! The current median time on the market is just 53 days. There are a total of 465 properties available for sale within the Flagstaff city limits, 40 of those hitting the market in just the past week!

As you can see, Flagstaff is a hot market (even when it’s snowy outside!) and you’ll need a local Flagstaff real estate agent that can act decisively and advise you with the right local knowledge. The COLLINS TEAM can do just that! Give your local Flagstaff & Sedona real estate agents a call today at (928) 230-5168 or send us a message!

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Flagstaff Housing Prices: The Numbers

The article released today (November 3, 2017) highlighted the fact that Flagstaff area set a record high for median sale prices in the third quarter of 2017 at a soaring $382,000. How does that compare to the past? That median price is 8% higher than the same period in 2016. That’s a significant jump! Not only that, but many neighborhoods around Flagstaff surpassed the levels of home prices in 2006-07–the previous high point for home prices in Flagstaff. Plus, the number of homes that sold in Flagstaff (388) is up 5% as compared to the same quarter in 2016.

While it is believed that prices may level out or dip slightly in the winter months because the first quarter usually has the poorest home sales, August and September were two record setting months in a row, both of which were up between 6-8%. So for those in Flagstaff with a smaller budget, you may want to act fast during the winter months to try and get a good deal before the prices tick back up yet again! With home prices only rising and rents sure to follow, you’re only hurting yourself by not investing in real estate if you are in a position to do so!

Want to learn more about Flagstaff housing prices and the real estate market in general? Contact The COLLINS TEAM today, your local experts in Flagstaff real estate.

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Purchasing real estate in Flagstaff or anywhere around Arizona (or the world) is one of, if not THE, most important investments in your life. Because of that, it’s helpful to know all of the hard data relating to the real estate market in your target area. The COLLINS TEAM has you covered! We’ve compiled the latest real estate snapshot from April 2017 for Flagstaff/Coconino County to keep you abreast of the latest average sales prices, days on the market, average square footage and more! Want to know more about the Flagstaff real estate market? Contact us today for assistance from some of the best real estate agents in Flagstaff! (928) 275-1152

Flagstaff Single Family Homes – April 2017

Flagstaff Condos/Townhomes – April 2017

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