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Arizona is home to many building architectural styles which are influenced by the various cultures that populated Arizona many years ago.  Scottsdale has some noteworthy popular building styles: from Native Indian inspired adobes, Mediterranean style to modern mid-centtury homes that are currently growing in popularity.  Following is an overview of some popular building styles you’ll find throughout the valley:

Contemporary Style

Contemporary homes are increasing in popularity and you’ll find many new constructed and remodeled homes throughout the valley.  Contemporary homes are characterized by open spaces, vaulted ceilings, large windows, untextured walls and simple/minimal styled kitchen and bathrooms. Homes of this style are often built to be environmentally friendly while also using some of the latest home technology to provide comfort. Common materials used in contemporary homes are flat panel wood, glass, steel and compliments mid-century styled furnishings and neutral colors.

Spanish Colonial/Santa Fe Style

Spanish Colonial Style  is very common is Arizona and typically has smaller windows, flat roofs, orange, reds and blue themed tiles and Saltillo tiles.  Many homes have arched doorways and natural wood beams throughout. People often choose wrought iron chandeliers and southwestern styled furnishings, rugs and decorations. The Santa Fe Style is a traditional Southwestern style owing to the warm climate of the region.

Mediterranean Style

One of the most popular architectural styles in Scottsdale area at large is the Mediterranean style homes. Mediterranean styles are also called “Spanish modern” styles as they owe their roots to the homes found in the Mediterranean countries of Spain, Greece, Italy, and France. A Mediterranean style home is characterized by large, arched windows and ornate columns outdoors and realistic, warm color schemes and sand-textured walls.

Ranch Style

Long, L-shaped one-story buildings with inspiration from the Old West are the hallmarks of Ranch-style homes. A lot of the furniture in these homes is made of leather  with the floors totally covered with carpet. While the fireplace may be made from piled bricks, it is easy to move from one end of the house to another due to the openness of the design.

Pueblo Revival Style

This style owes its roots to the homes of the Pueblo Indians during the 8th century. They grew in popularity in the early 20th century. The homes which are also called “Adobe-style” are characterized by the sloping roofs and earthy materials or adobe, which are used in building them.

Tudor Revival Style

Another popular architectural style is the Tudor Revival style. However, they are not so many in the urban regions of the area. These homes are a reference to the English royal architectural style of the Tudor families in the middle-ages. These homes are characterized by their high-pitched roofs and large chimneys.

Spanish Revival Style

The Spanish Revival style or Hacienda-style homes are also common in Scottsdale. Some of the main materials used in making these buildings include tile, stucco, clay, and iron. The homes are also characterized by the exposed beams and multiple arches.

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While you might not realize it, there is an ideal time to buy and sell real estate. You might have heard the phrase that when the weather cools, so does the real estate market.  This does not necessarily apply to the Valley Of The Sun. The season you chose to sell your home can have a huge effect on the price you get for your property — in some cases, it can affect It up to 10 percent. 

If you’re looking to buy a home, because of supply and demand, you might have better luck on the “off” seasons where, granted, there is less inventory, but there is also less competition in terms of other buyers.  Don’t let the notion of buying in the offseason keep you from looking!  By choosing a different time to buy, when everyone else is not buying, you can find the house of your dreams and save money in the long run too. 

Understanding how seasonality works in our market can help you get the most money for your home. If you’re a seller, selling your home in peak market is likely to bring more buyers and potentially more money.  Meanwhile, buying a home in the off market can save you money and hassle. With the holidays around November and December, the Phoenix real estate market also tends to slow down as people are traveling and focusing on families. 

But the best time to buy and sell your home in the Valley is in the cooler months of January and February into late Spring. These months often see an influx of people coming in to town from other regions. These people are often relocating or looking for a second homes. With the temperatures more bearable, it’s a great time to be out and about looking for homes. During these months, the average temperature in Phoenix is around the mid to low 70s!

On the other hand, cities on the East Coast are often busiest during the Spring and Fall. In September, the housing market begins to gradually decline, with February being the least busy month of the year for real estate. The National Association of Realtors reports every month home sales for the previous month, showing that in February, sales drop 7 percent. 

Currently, Phoenix is seeing a very active market, with homes priced under $500K moving quickly all year round as interest rates are low and we are still growing.

If you are looking to buy or sell, contact us. We provide advice on the best time to sell. With an expert opinion, you’re much more likely to get the dream home you’ve been looking for. 

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