Scottsdale is well known for being a vibrant city with top-notch facilities and active residents. With 314 sunny days every year, Scottsdale condos and real estate offer residents ample opportunities for sports and recreation activities for all ages and tastes. Walking, skating, jogging, fishing, baseball, volleyball, swimming, golf and a wide variety of leisure activities await Scottsdale homeowners and visitors. With over 40 local parks and community centers, Scottsdale real estate is teeming with opportunities.
Utilizing the natural beauty of the area, Scottsdale offers the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and the Indian Wash Greenbelt. Founded in 1995, the McDowell Sonoran Preserve is growing to more than 36,000 acres of natural desert habitat where flora and local wildlife are preserved in this gorgeous natural setting. The Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt is another Preserve that takes advantage of the area's unique natural setting. 7.5 miles long, the Greenbelt is a lush green park that runs through the center of the city. Created during the 1960s, the Greenbelt solved the areas flash flood issues, and forms a true oasis a mid the desert. This beautiful, centralized recreational area offers numerous fields, parks, courts and even a skatepark. Scottsdale homeowners are a community of people that care about their natural environment. The abundance of beauty and added quality of life are sure to make your Scottsdale real estate and home a great investment.
Within the Greenbelt, Scottsdale condo and homeowners will find Scottsdale Stadium. Baseball fans relish the San Francisco Giants' yearly visit, as they call Scottsdale home for their spring training. Scottsdale is also a destination for professional golfers. The FBR Open, the largest event on the PGA Tour, takes place at TPC Scottsdale. From Barry Bonds to Phil Mickelson, Scottsdale real estate has world-class athletics and facilities.
Scottsdale's Park and Recreation Department is also nationally recognized. In 2003, Scottsdale won the National Gold Medal from the National Recreation and Park Association. This is the third time Scottsdale has received the NRPA's highest honor.
Scottsdale offers lessons and classes in dance, fitness, cooking, youth and senior volunteer programs, tennis, volleyball and the performing arts. Beyond the more traditional programs, Scottsdale offers such unique and diverse experiences as rock climbing on Pinnacle Peak, synchronized swimming, hiking in the McDowell Mountain preserve and various equestrian activities.
Scottsdale real estate is perfect for the active young professional or senior, as well as for families. Children have ample opportunities to stay active, all offered from the community. Scottsdale homes leagues and competitive opportunities for baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse and softball. Over 17,000 children were registered in programs run by more than 50 non-profit youth sports organizations last year.
Scottsdale real estate and homes offer residents the chance to actively enjoy the natural beauty that abounds the Sonoran Desert. For more information on Scottsdale condos and homes, contact local expert Chris Ouellette at (480) 570-9888.
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