Tale of 2 Markets: Luxury Homes in High Demand as Starter Homes Sit

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New Zillow® data reveals that the U.S. housing market is splitting in two. Luxury homes are selling at a faster pace than a year ago, with shrinking supply and growing bidding wars. Starter homes are piling up on the market, sitting longer and drawing price cuts as buyers fail to show up. The pattern mirrors a broader economic divide, with stock market gains supporting demand at the high end while rising everyday costs weigh on potential starter home buyers.

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Arizona Rents Continue to Soften in 2026 as Slowdown Spreads Statewide

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Rentometer’s latest analysis of Arizona’s single-family rental market shows that Arizona’s rental slowdown, which began in 2025, has continued into 2026. The report that uncovered trends in Arizona rents focuses on median rents for 3-bedroom single-family homes in 1,099 cities nationwide. Single-family home rentals house 41% of the U.S. renter population, and three-bedroom single-family homes are a preferred option for many families and investors.

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Arizona Makes its Case to Be Pickleball Capital of World

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Missy Lagomarsino has a dream. She wants Arizona lawmakers to name pickleball the state’s official sport.

“The biggest indoor pickleball facility in the world is being constructed in Scottsdale right now because there are so many players that are coming here,” the Scottsdale resident said. “Many of our national tournaments are held in Arizona so Arizona has a lot going on with pickleball.”

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Arizona's Great Outdoors For The Whole Family

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Outdoors For The Whole Family

Saturday Starlight Adventures

Verde Canyon Railroad

300 N. Broadway

Clarkdale Az 86324

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2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships

Mortgage Matchup Center

201 E. Jefferson St.

Phoenix, Az 85004

August 6-9, 2026

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Arizona Chef’s Week

70 Participating Restaurants

July 31 - August 9, 2026

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Wildlife World Zoo At The Wigwam

The Wigwam

300 E. Wigwam Blvd.

Litchfield Park, Az 85340

May 24, 2026 - September 6, 2026

Recurring Weekly On Sunday

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Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh at Lowell Observatory at Flagstaff on February 18, 1930.

Because of the ability to view stars away from city lights and pollution, Tucson, Arizona is called the Astronomy Capital of the World.

Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale is the largest butterfly conservatory in the United States, offering a mesmerizing experience with thousands of colorful butterflies.

Arizona State Parks and Trails

Mountain Bike Trails

Hiking Trails

Arizona Lakes

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