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Are home prices going down in Phoenix in 2026?
March 27, 2026
US home prices have set monthly record highs for over two years straight. So, what's happening with home prices in Phoenix?

What $2,000 rent gets you in Phoenix and across the US
March 27, 2026
A monthly rent of $2,000 can look very different depending on where you live in the United States. Here's what you can get for it in Phoenix and other cities.

Zillow roundup: Phoenix rentals that caught our eye this week (March 25)
March 25, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention on Zillow this week.

7 news stories and resources for Phoenix renters this week (March 18)
March 18, 2026
From federal housing decisions impacting Arizona to lower-cost furniture that will bring some style to your rental, here's a quick recap of helpful links for Phoenix renters.

Interesting Phoenix rentals we found on Zillow this week (March 18)
March 18, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention on Zillow this week.

How I scored cheap produce from a mobile market in my Phoenix neighborhood
March 18, 2026
Farm Express mobile markets bring affordable produce to neighborhoods around the Phoenix area. Here's how to find one.

Here’s where metro Phoenix home prices climbed the most in 2025
March 16, 2026
Median home prices in metro Phoenix were flat overall in 2025, but some area—including Apache Junction and central Phoenix—saw double-digit increases.

Golf course living and a basement: Check out the Phoenix rentals we found this week
March 11, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.

Best areas of metro Phoenix for young professionals
March 6, 2026
If you’re a young professional who’s new to metro Phoenix, here are the best areas of town to meet and mingle with other young people.

Window shopping: Interesting Phoenix rentals we found this week (March 4)
March 4, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.

Making friends, making change: How one group brings downtown Phoenix residents together
March 4, 2026
The Downtown Core Community provides an easy way for downtown Phoenix neighbors to not only become friends, but also band together to make change.

New Buckeye neighborhood has homes priced in mid-$300Ks. Check it out
March 3, 2026
A new Buckeye community with home prices starting in the mid-$300,000s is open for sales.
