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Apache Junction, Arizona

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What It Is Like to Retire in Apache junction

Apache Junction is a town of 36,000 in the Phoenix Metro, just east of Mesa. This is one of the farther out areas of Phoenix that were badly affected by the housing bust of the late 2000's, but which has come back since. The nearby desert and the Superstition Mountains, a federal wilderness area, are quite beautiful. Photo of Flatiron Mountain in the Superstitions courtesy of Molly Brady. Photos of Audie Murphy Barn and Lost Dutchman Park courtesy of Wikipedia and Marine 69-71

Where to Retire in Apache junction and Home Prices

There are active adult communities in and around Apache Junction. Here at Topretirements we have several active communities in the Apache Junction area, many of them affordable RV or manufactured home communities.   According to Zillow, the median home value was reported to be $360,675 in mid-2023.

What Is Special about Apache junction

The Superstition Mountains with their beautiful desert recreational areas are nearby.  Housing prices are relatively inexpensive.  Outdoor hiking and activities are great here.

What Is Not Special about Apache junction

Summers are hot, and it is a bit remote.

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Who Will Like Retirement in Apache junction

People who want to live in the desert in a less populated area might like it.

Local Economy Is Driven by

Government jobs, resale/wholesale, construction

Climate and Physical Environment

Apache Junction is east of Mesa and Phoenix.  The average January temperatures are in the low 50's whereas the average July temp is about 90.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

One would want to go to Mesa, Tempe, or Phoenix for culture and restaurants.

Crime

The crime rate is slightly lower than the national average.

Medical facilities

Oak St. Health clinic is located here, and nearby Mesa and Phoenix offer many medical facilities.

Transportation

Apache Junction has no public transportation and is car dependent. It is not a walkable community. Phoenix Gateway Airport is about 15 miles away, and the nearest international airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, approximately 30 miles from Apache Junction.

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