http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/358713/we-are-thinking-about-relocating-from-socal-to-Phoenix-cost-of-living-as-well-as-housing-prices-are-so-high Any suggestions on where to buy a home? we would like a newer home in a younger family community. We have two kids - 4 yrs old and 7 months old. Schools are most impt to us and of course to be in a nice, safe community w/ other young families. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! GreatSchools en-us blanko723 I live in Northern california now, but have lived in the Los Angeles area and spent a lot of time in Phoenix on vacations. Moving from LA to Phoenix will ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/358713/we-are-thinking-about-relocating-from-socal-to-Phoenix-cost-of-living-as-well-as-housing-prices-are-so-high?cpage=1#comment_402974 5100.402974 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 00:58:22 -0700 zansmom I wish I could be of more help, nut I am not too familiar with the East Valley cities. I do have quite a few associates that live in Mesa, ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/358713/we-are-thinking-about-relocating-from-socal-to-Phoenix-cost-of-living-as-well-as-housing-prices-are-so-high?cpage=1#comment_375433 5100.375433 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 20:55:27 -0700 CBelcher I just met a woman the other night who said Gilbert is the most family oriented city and she loves the school system. I also have a family member who ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/358713/we-are-thinking-about-relocating-from-socal-to-Phoenix-cost-of-living-as-well-as-housing-prices-are-so-high?cpage=1#comment_375085 5100.375085 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:24:36 -0700 zansmom I would suggest looking North of Phoenix, like in Anthem, or far West, like Litchfield, or Goodyear. Anthem is very nice, but you will probably be looking at a commute ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/358713/we-are-thinking-about-relocating-from-socal-to-Phoenix-cost-of-living-as-well-as-housing-prices-are-so-high?cpage=1#comment_362164 5100.362164 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:45:01 -0800