Chandler:
A Local Perspective
Chandler is one of the many distinct cities that make up the greater Phoenix area in the Valley of the sun. It is located east of Phoenix proper and south of Mesa. Chandler enjoys the same great weather as the rest of the valley, with warm winters and blazing hot summers. While some communities in the Valley are essentially retirement communities, Chandler is a thriving city with a vibrant high-tech industry. Intel, EBay/PayPal and Verizon are all major employers in the area. Chandler has a very active Community Services Department that works hard to make sure that the locals have abundant recreation options available to them, and their efforts have frequently gained national recognition for the quality of life and entertainment available to Chandler residents.
Finding a Chandler Apartment
When you're looking for an apartment to rent in Chandler, don't bother looking at the start of winter. Although it is not affected as strongly as some other parts of the Valley, this city also sees its share of seasonal traffic. On the other hand, looking in April or May when the weather is starting to warm up is a great time to find an apartment.
Finding an apartment can be hard, especially when there are so many choices. With our filters, you can narrow your search by price, floorplan, and amenities. Looking for an apartment building with a fitness center, swimming pool, and easy access to a dog park? We've got you covered.
When you're apartment hunting in Chandler, don't overlook the importance of air conditioning. Even factors like how much sun an apartment gets should be considered. The summers here are very hot, with average daily highs well over 100 degrees, so you need to account for the heat during your apartment hunt.
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Life in Chandler
Chandler is connected by the excellent system of freeways that run throughout the greater Phoenix area. The roads are well marked, well maintained, and traffic moves at a relatively sedate pace, making car the easiest way to get around by a significant margin. There is a city bus service as well.
The downtown area is a well-preserved historic district that is worth visiting. There is also the Lone Butte Casino in Chandler, which offers table games and slot machines. The micro brewing movement has caught on in Chandler as well, with the SanTan Brewing company offering some of the best examples of local brews.