Coolidge, AZ 203 Apartments for Rent

Coolidge, AZ contains the site of the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. This national landmark has the distinction of being the first historic site to become protected by the United States Government way back in 1892.

Coolidge is a historic city that was built around its cotton industry. It is in Pinal County right smack in the middle of the desert in southern Arizona. This may not sound like a place that many people would live, but for a variety of great reasons nearly 12,000 people call it home. Coolidge can be found halfway between the two Arizona metropolises of Phoenix and Tucson. Phoenix is about 60 miles northwest and Tucson is about 70 miles southeast. Coolidge is not too far off of Interstate 8 and is easy to get to and from, with Arizona Highway 87 and Arizona Highway 287 passing through the city.

Moving to Coolidge

It should be relatively easy to pack up and move to Coolidge. If you are looking for a home to rent, you will be pleasantly surprised by the surplus of nice places, many newly built. Coolidge is really a great deal when it comes to rental prices. There are plenty of bargains to be found. If you don't want a full-blown house, it can be a little trickier to find and apartment in Coolidge, but allowing only two to three weeks to get it all done should be sufficient.

There is no better time than another to plan a move to Coolidge. Well, that may not be true if you don't like exerting yourself in hot weather. Likely you already know what you're getting into. Coolidge is hot in the summer. Very hot, considering it is in the middle of the desert. And the winter, well that is something you will want to keep secret so you are not inundated by the relatives. Winters are quite perfect, temperature-wise.

Apartment complex staff, and increasingly more often homeowners, will need you to fill out a rental application for your move. Be prepared for a credit check, sometimes a background check, and of course you'll have to fork over the first month's rent and a deposit.

Renting in Coolidge

The center of town is clustered around Highway 287/87 and this is where you will find the majority of homes and apartments for rent in Coolidge. This main street is also known as Arizona Avenue. The city occupies five square miles of the Sonoran Desert and, while there are some ranches on the outskirts, you'll probably be looking to live with everyone else in town. It's probably easiest to conquer and divide Coolidge into east and west when trying to locate an apartment or house for rent. Highway 287/87 runs north and south and most of the apartments and homes are on the west side.

East Coolidge: There are some homes for rent in the neighborhood between Kenilworth Road and Vah Ki Inn Road. These are mostly of the one and two bedroom variety. There are two options for complexes on this side of Arizona Avenue.

West Coolidge: On the west side of Arizona Avenue is where most of the city's expansion has happened. There are lots of homes for rent here. You can find many two and three bedroom options. There are also a few more options for apartment complexes on this side of town.

Apartment Complexes

Homestead Apartments: This complex is located right in town for easy access to all the stores and restaurants. Really, you can walk to everything.

Coolidge Station Apartments and Canyon Creek Apartments: Heading east on Vah Ki Inn Road there are two complexes about a half of a mile out offering two and three bedroom apartments for rent.

Elizabeth Ann Apartments, Desert Palms Apartments, and Heritage Glen Apartments: These complexes are clustered off Vah Ki Inn Road. Heritage Glen is a senior living community with one and 2 bedroom apartments available. It's best to give these places a call, as they are not as hooked into internet searches as some of the neighboring cities. All of these available apartments, and many of the homes for rent, are within walking distance to some of the best Mexican food to be found in Arizona. Local favorites are Casa Palomino and Rolbeto's and both can be found right on Arizona Avenue.

Living in Coolidge

You'll be lucky to live in this moderately popular tourist destination. The Casa Grande Ruins National Monument draws people from all over the world, adding great vibrancy to the town, especially in winter. The site preserves a group of the Ancient Pueblo Peoples Hohokam structures. The structures date from the Pueblo III and Pueblo IV Eras; if you know anything about archaeology, this is a big deal. Even if you don't, the ruins are a great place to spend some time and to marvel at the feats of ancient people.

The city does a great job of providing for its residents. One example is the Coolidge Cotton Express. The Express is a shuttle that provides service to the whole town! Basically, if you live and work in Coolidge, you don't need to have a car. This might seem strange given Coolidge's rather remote location, but the city has taken care of everything. Something even better to know? The shuttle is free on Fridays.

Coolidge also provides plenty of parks and recreation activities for the citizens of the city. There is a city pool that offers swimming lessons, as well as softball, volleyball, and kickball leagues, camps for the kids, and plenty of places to get outside. City parks include North Park and San Carlos Park on the east side and Walker Park and Regional Park on the west.

Coolidge also cares about education. It is the home of Central Arizona College as well as a branch of Northern Arizona University. No need to drive the hour into Tucson or Phoenix to get a great college education. Plus, you can take the shuttle!

There are several annual events to look forward to once you move to Coolidge. The Fourth of July Parade, the Christmas Light Parade and the Easter Egg Hunt are all big draws for the city. The annual Coolidge Days brings everyone out to celebrate the town's history and heritage, and to simply have a good time together.

Coolidge is one of those rare places that offers residents a small town atmosphere with all the essentials of modern living. It could be a great place for you to next call home!