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Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Phoenix in 2026?
February 12, 2026
If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Phoenix in 2026, you're not alone—what used to be a simple answer has become more complex.

Small and sweet, or feels like a retreat? Phoenix rentals we found this week
February 11, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.

What readers think of Arizona’s proposed rental assistance bill
February 10, 2026
An Arizona bill would create a rental assistance program to help people experiencing short-term hardship avoid eviction. Here's what our readers think of it.

Where to find rooms for rent in Phoenix (and how to avoid scams)
February 6, 2026
Living with a roommate can be a great way to split expenses and is often a necessity. Here are some tips on how to find one and how to avoid scams.

Rental assistance might come to Arizona through new bill
February 5, 2026
A bipartisan push to give money to Arizona residents struggling to pay rent passed a key committee hearing, though not without some Republican criticism.

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

How a Phoenix litter-lifting group helped me feel more connected to my neighbors
February 4, 2026
This Phoenix litter-lifting group does more than just beautify the area—it also serves as an easy way to connect with neighbors.

Phoenix rentals that made us pause the Zillow scroll this week
January 28, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.

This Arizona ZIP code is among most popular places to move right now
January 23, 2026
As 2026 gets underway, one Arizona ZIP code is standing out nationwide, ranking among the most popular destinations for movers across the US.

Maricopa County homeless shelters team up as federal funding dries up
January 23, 2026
Maricopa County's homeless population is rising as federal funding for shelter services is drying up. Now, four of Arizona's major homeless service providers are plotting a new course for combatting the crisis.

Window shopping: Interesting rental listings we found in Phoenix this week (Jan. 21)
January 21, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.

I became friends with my neighbors to stop porch pirates. Here’s what happened next
January 21, 2026
What started as a plan to protect each other’s packages in downtown Phoenix turned into a friendship with the kind of spontaneous hangouts that often become rare–and proof that renter life doesn’t have to feel isolated.
