I'd like to say hello to all our friends from Chino. / To the people from Chino, hello. / I'd like to say hello / To all our friends from Chino. / To the people from Chino, hello. / Convenient access to the 60 freeway, / Accredited medical care, down at Chino Valley Hospital. / A unified school system, the likes of which you won't find elsewhere / And friendly people. -- From "Going to Chino" by The Mountain Goats
When the lyrics of a song encapsulate the friendliness of the people who live in Chino Valley, you know it must be true! The happiness factor of living in Chino Valley could be down to over 300 days of sunshine, or the lower-than-average cost of living or maybe it's down to the small beauties of life bestowed upon us like breathing in pure mountain air, whatever it is, this area of Arizona has seen a steady population increase between 2000 and 2013
I'd like to say hello to all our friends from Chino. / To the people from Chino, hello. / I'd like to say hello / To all our friends from Chino. / To the people from Chino, hello. / Convenient access to the 60 freeway, / Accredited medical care, down at Chino Valley Hospital. / A unified school system, the likes of which you won't find elsewhere / And friendly people. -- From "Going to Chino" by The Mountain Goats
When the lyrics of a song encapsulate the friendliness of the people who live in Chino Valley, you know it must be true! The happiness factor of living in Chino Valley could be down to over 300 days of sunshine, or the lower-than-average cost of living or maybe it's down to the small beauties of life bestowed upon us like breathing in pure mountain air, whatever it is, this area of Arizona has seen a steady population increase between 2000 and 2013.
If you're contemplating a move to Chino Valley, then you'll have to get a few things straight. The town does not have many renter-occupied residences, which means there may not be a lot of availability of furnished apartments or one bedroom apartments for rent in the rental sector. However, if you are determined to make your move into the Arizona mountains, take into consideration these points:
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Temperatures in July may reach 104 degrees Fahrenheit--something you might want to consider when choosing your moving in date
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Although the cost of living is lower than the national average, Chino Valley is home to only one grocery store so you'll have to factor in transportation costs when it comes to buying in bulk.
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Be prepared to put in the footwork--median rental rates might be less than the Arizona average and the national average but you'll find a limited stock to choose from.
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Factor in entertainment costs. This land-locked area has limited amenities, although you will find a golf range and an aquatic center, and the fifth-largest public library in Yavapai County.
Flagstaff: Almost 90 miles away in the resort town of Flagstaff, you'll find every kind of apartment for rent, from the budget-friend to luxury apartments in gated communities. Flagstaff is almost half renter-occupied.
Prescott: The neighborhood of Prescott enjoys a wealth of amenities welcomed by both residents and tourists. In the surrounding vicinity of the city, there are 450 miles of beautiful trails to explore alongside activities like mountain climbing, kayaking, camping and horseback riding. Other attractions include Sharlot Hall Museum, Smoki Museum and The World's Oldest Rodeo. Prescott is nearly half renter-occupied.
Jerome: Located on Cleopatra Hill in the Black Hills, Jerome is a historic copper mining town with an interesting past. Known as the "Largest Ghost Town" in America, this once thriving mining town suffered not one but four fires, which destroyed large sections of the town. Nowadays, Jerome is classified as a thriving tourist and artist community.
Located in Yavapai County, nine miles North of Paulden and 150 miles from the vibrant city of Phoenix, residents are well situated to enjoy everything this region has to offer: from the majestic Grand Canyon to the Snowbowl at Flagstaff, a mecca for budding snowboarders and skiers to the tranquil town of Jerome, the former home to a copper canyon. Chino Valley once enjoyed the reputation of being the site of the First Territorial Capital of Arizona before it moved to Prescott. If you're looking to rent an apartment in this mountain town, you'll find great reasons to move to Chino.
The Good News
Residents in these parts are well served when it comes to snack bars and eateries with the availability of 19 establishments within a mile radius of the town center. And although life might be lived in the slow lane, you'll enjoy the added attraction of a low crime rate--much lower than the Arizona average. In fact, Chino Valley is considered safer than quite a significant percentage of the cities in the rest of nation.
The Down Side
Like many areas in these parts, the economic crisis had a fair impact on the citizens of Chino Valley. The median household income is slightly than the Arizona average and significantly less than the national average--just a little something to consider before making that all-important move.
