I've lived in AZ (Scottsdale) for decades. I used to consider moving to Prescott (not Prescott Valley) after retirement, but I think I waited too long. I can't believe how much prices have increased. Californians moving here? Not sure. But I visit Prescott (not Prescott Valley) a lot. I always wondered why someone would move to Prescott Valley, instead of Prescott. Here's how I look at it. I love trees and I escape to the "high country" frequently in the summer. I look at Prescott Valley as a "moonscape", and look at Prescott as being set in "the forest". Why, oh why, would someone move to Prescott Valley. You made it so close to the beauty of the wonderful trees in Prescott and yet missed it by only a few miles. If you had only continued down the road just a few more miles, you could have been surrounded by a forest, and almost living in it, and been so close to the unique and historical downtown square in Prescott, instead of living in a treeless moonscape. Yes, I know people have planted some tiny trees that may, decades from now, be very large. But even then, it won't be the same as Prescott. And, Prescott has character. Prescott Valley? Not so much.
You're right - there is a dramatic difference between Prescott and P.V., and it's pretty obvious when you consider Prescott was settled by miners and Prescott Valley by ranchers. But Prescott itself is diverse - ponderosa forest to granite boulders to the open areas of Williamson Valley. Average home cost lower in P.V., but that's just mostly the result of the types of homes being built - many more custom built, luxury homes in Prescott (by comparison) - though there are some beautiful homes going up on acreage in northern Prescott Valley, and in the StoneRidge area. I think some people just want to get their "foot in the door," so move to Prescott Valley and may look to a future move to Prescott.
My daughter and son in law are renting a house in PV and have purchased a two acre piece of land to build on. They apparently like that kind of landscape. Us, not so much. Plus with all the housing tracts, it reminds me too much of many of the areas here in So. Cal. They keep asking me and my husband to move there after we retire, however, even though we live in So. Cal, we will not be able to sell our home and make enough to buy a home in Prescott. We do not want a mortgage in retirement, so I guess we won't be moving there. We love Prescott, but would not enjoy living in PV at all. We currently live in a forest and so we find Prescott very attractive because of that and how the town isn't all box stores and chain restaurants. It is much bigger than we are used to as our town has 3,000 people, but we think it's doable. We keep hoping we will eventually be able to find an affordable home in Prescott, but we aren't holding our breath. We have been told for years that AZ is so affordable compared to CA, however, I beg to differ. I think Prescott is now for rich people only. I don't want to sell my current 3 bedroom home to go live in a trailer that costs more than my home did. Such a shame as we would love to move there and would be a good addition to the community.
@@tyleigh4309 absolutely! Preference depends upon your individual lifestyle. There will always be comparisons. It's just a matter of taking a look at the amenities and choosing which one better fits your tastes.
I am wondering about drought issues in the area (either town). I want to move (currently in Chicago area) to someplace sunny and arid with four distinct seasons and moderate summers where we can build our "aging in place" single story forever home, but my fiancé doesn't want to move to a place where water is scarce and there are worries about the water supply.
Thanks so much for the message. As with much of the western US, there are concerns with water and future growth, and many opinions as well! Here is one of the best articles I have found regarding the issue: www.azwater.gov/news/articles/2023-12-18 Cheers, Ered
Prescott Valley reminds me of the suburban sprawl in SoCal. Also its original name was Jackass Flats. Unfortunately what I considered the BEST restaurant in Prescott, AUGIES, was forced to close. I hope they soon find a more reasonable landlord here in Prescott!
I've lived in AZ (Scottsdale) for decades. I used to consider moving to Prescott (not Prescott Valley) after retirement, but I think I waited too long. I can't believe how much prices have increased. Californians moving here? Not sure. But I visit Prescott (not Prescott Valley) a lot. I always wondered why someone would move to Prescott Valley, instead of Prescott. Here's how I look at it. I love trees and I escape to the "high country" frequently in the summer. I look at Prescott Valley as a "moonscape", and look at Prescott as being set in "the forest". Why, oh why, would someone move to Prescott Valley. You made it so close to the beauty of the wonderful trees in Prescott and yet missed it by only a few miles. If you had only continued down the road just a few more miles, you could have been surrounded by a forest, and almost living in it, and been so close to the unique and historical downtown square in Prescott, instead of living in a treeless moonscape. Yes, I know people have planted some tiny trees that may, decades from now, be very large. But even then, it won't be the same as Prescott. And, Prescott has character. Prescott Valley? Not so much.
You're right - there is a dramatic difference between Prescott and P.V., and it's pretty obvious when you consider Prescott was settled by miners and Prescott Valley by ranchers. But Prescott itself is diverse - ponderosa forest to granite boulders to the open areas of Williamson Valley. Average home cost lower in P.V., but that's just mostly the result of the types of homes being built - many more custom built, luxury homes in Prescott (by comparison) - though there are some beautiful homes going up on acreage in northern Prescott Valley, and in the StoneRidge area. I think some people just want to get their "foot in the door," so move to Prescott Valley and may look to a future move to Prescott.
My daughter and son in law are renting a house in PV and have purchased a two acre piece of land to build on. They apparently like that kind of landscape. Us, not so much. Plus with all the housing tracts, it reminds me too much of many of the areas here in So. Cal. They keep asking me and my husband to move there after we retire, however, even though we live in So. Cal, we will not be able to sell our home and make enough to buy a home in Prescott. We do not want a mortgage in retirement, so I guess we won't be moving there. We love Prescott, but would not enjoy living in PV at all. We currently live in a forest and so we find Prescott very attractive because of that and how the town isn't all box stores and chain restaurants. It is much bigger than we are used to as our town has 3,000 people, but we think it's doable. We keep hoping we will eventually be able to find an affordable home in Prescott, but we aren't holding our breath. We have been told for years that AZ is so affordable compared to CA, however, I beg to differ. I think Prescott is now for rich people only. I don't want to sell my current 3 bedroom home to go live in a trailer that costs more than my home did. Such a shame as we would love to move there and would be a good addition to the community.
PV offers modern amenities with beautiful high country in your backyard!
@@tyleigh4309 absolutely! Preference depends upon your individual lifestyle. There will always be comparisons. It's just a matter of taking a look at the amenities and choosing which one better fits your tastes.
Wow. How condescending.
Thaaabnk you
My pleasure...!
I live in PV and its wonderful
Used to hunt antelope in PV in the 60s when not a house was to be seen.
They are a rare sight these days!
A shame.@@azkiltedrealtor
@@azkiltedrealtor He killed them all. :(
I haven't seen a new video in a while. I hope to see one soon in 2025.
I am wondering about drought issues in the area (either town). I want to move (currently in Chicago area) to someplace sunny and arid with four distinct seasons and moderate summers where we can build our "aging in place" single story forever home, but my fiancé doesn't want to move to a place where water is scarce and there are worries about the water supply.
Thanks so much for the message. As with much of the western US, there are concerns with water and future growth, and many opinions as well! Here is one of the best articles I have found regarding the issue: www.azwater.gov/news/articles/2023-12-18 Cheers, Ered
Try utah
Prescott Valley reminds me of the suburban sprawl in SoCal. Also its original name was Jackass Flats. Unfortunately what I considered the BEST restaurant in Prescott, AUGIES, was forced to close. I hope they soon find a more reasonable landlord here in Prescott!
Prescott’s “Lost” Restaurants…
Access to health?
A state-wide issue I'll be touching on in an upcoming video. Arizona is, sadly, ranked #46 for health care access.
Sad how people that have lived there for their whole life can't afford home there now
Hi! Can you talk about the prices for Rent or buy a house? Thanks for the information😊
I'll gather some information and put together a comparison.
To much now that all the transplants moved here
Pv is far better,i know been here 20 yrs
If you are considering moving to either one of these places don't because the locals hate you so go somewhere else 😂
The sad thing is no swimming in the lakes. But all the other trash like kayaks and things is okay.
June 2924. Officially over priced. And you could shave a very serious water problem in the future.