CharleenM

I've been living in Ahwatukee for a good 3 years now and It's a nice area. I'm a single mother to one child and I feel very safe. I live in an apartment complex that are well kept, management is friendly and parking is plenty. Granted, when I first moved here there were some issues with break ins but management made sure to keep the residents up to date with a letter that included what and where. But that was my first year here. After that, it's been pretty calm. The school district is also top notch as far as public schooling goes and that's one of the reasons I don't want to leave. I feel like this area gives me a peace of mind. It's not perfect considering I do hear police/ambulance/fire sirens about once a week. I don't contribute them to any violent crimes but who knows. Noise levels in my area are minimal. My neighbors are quiet and I don't have any complaints. There are many stores to choose from within walking distance which is great come fall/winter time. Parks are really nice too. I don't see stray cats which is a plus considering where I've lived before. Dogs are kept on leashes and the owners do a good job of picking up after their pets. I like the diversity here as well. I'm black and I don't feel uncomfortable at all. I see all kinds of people out and about. My only gripe is the cost of living. At first my rent was convenient but of course it goes up yearly. I'm at a place where I need to save money and that's the only reason why I'm leaving.