We moved to Phoenix about 18 years ago from California and really enjoy it here...The georgous weather we have this time of the year offsets the heat that most people think of when they hear Phoenix, AZ. If you have air-conditioning and a pool and an indoor job, you will do fine (you might have to keep oven mitts in the car for the steering wheel - that’s a joke!)...Better yet, we are pretty conservative and love our Sheriff Joe Arpaio for standing up for AZ laws! We live in North Phoenix and can get to just about anywhere in the valley in around 30-45 minutes (except during heavy traffic). Paradise Valley is a great place to live and you can find a 3 bed/2bath for around 1,000/month to rent. There are also still some deals in purchasing if you have a good RE Agent...So, come on out to Arizona and take in Sedona and the Grand Canyon - you will fall in love at God’s handiwork and beauty...
Weatherwise, I could live in Flagstaff, except it’s too expensive