{"id":11921,"date":"2013-04-12T03:40:26","date_gmt":"2013-04-12T10:40:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=11921"},"modified":"2013-04-12T03:40:26","modified_gmt":"2013-04-12T10:40:26","slug":"the-5-best-neighborhoods-in-phoenix-az","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/the-5-best-neighborhoods-in-phoenix-az\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">Phoenix is a comfortable desert city and the 33rd most walkable city in the US. \u00a0Walking to the nearby coffee shop, or neighborhood delicatessen or park, or even a sporting events is a common event. \u00a0It is a city that is relaxed and friendly with some exceptional neighborhoods that offer conveniences, as well as, charming atmosphere with a close-knit community feel, and real estate that is considered to be an investment.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Phoenix Sky Line\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/movotoblog\/2013\/04\/phoenix\/phoenix-skyline.jpg\" title=\"Phoenix Sky Line\" width=\"500\" height=\"319\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Source: Flickr User squeaks2569<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Central City<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Central City Village comprises the Phoenix\u2019s downtown area. Central City has a population of 56,660 and a Walk Score of 63. The area features both single-family homes, as well as, lofts, apartments and condos, and has a number of nearby places that are enjoyed on a daily basis. \u00a0Seamus McCaffrey\u2019s Irish Pub and the Turf Irish Pub are ideal spots for Irish cuisine and a brew. \u00a0Other eating establishments include the Tacos De Juarez, Guys Burgers and Fries, and Potbelly\u2019s Sandwich Shop.<\/p>\n<h2>Encanto, Phoenix<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Encanto Village is one of the 15 villages throughout Phoenix. \u00a0The neighborhood houses a population of 53,862 and has a Walk Score of 60. \u00a0Encanto features a number of establishments that include Bashas\u2019 grocery store, Pink Spot Coffee and Ice Cream, 5th Avenue Caf\u00e9, Zuppa\u2019s Bistro, Jonnies Chicago Red Hot, Sacks Art of Sandwicherie, and Honey Bear\u2019s BBQ.<\/p>\n<h2>Camelback East, Phoenix<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Camelback East Village is adjacent to the suburbs Paradise Valley and Scottsdale, and and has a Walk Score of 59. The neighborhood has a number of amenities that offer conveniences, such as, Zipps Sports Grill. Safeway grocery store serves local residents with groceries, as well as Pei Wei Asian Market. Other highlights of Camelback East include Muse Apparel and Papago Park, which is a wonderful place to hike.<\/p>\n<h2>Alahambra<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Alahambra is located just a few miles from downtown Phoenix and has a Walk Score of 54. \u00a0Alahambra has a number of conveniences that make for a comfortable lifestyle such as Uncle Tony\u2019s NY Pizza, Solano Park which is the ideal spot for recreation activities, Federal Pizza, Washington Park, Palo Verde Golf Course, Washington Activity Center, and the Torch Theatre. \u00a0\u00a0Residents also enjoy the convenience of Costco.<\/p>\n<h2>North Mountain<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">North Mountain is the 5th most walkable neighborhood in Phoenix with a Walk Score of 52. Residents enjoy community amenities that include the Wahsun Chinese Restraunt, Lady Diana\u2019s Cakes and Catering, Einstein Brothers Bagels, Gyro\u2019s House, Golden Valley Family Restaurant, Alicaia Park, Pointe in Tyme, Barro\u2019s Pizza, Dunken Donuts, Royal Palm Park, Norton Park, Palma Park, and the Sunnyslope Center.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/property\/az\/phoenix.html\">Phoenix<\/a> is a city with art and culture, swimming and relaxation, and diverse housing which includes single-family homes, townhomes, condos, apartments, in all different architectural styles, price ranges, and atmospheres, which are geared towards the young and the old.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Phoenix is a comfortable desert city and the 33rd most walkable city in the US. 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