Where is Sedona
Sedona is located approximately 100 miles north of Phoenix off Interstate 17.

Some people visit Sedona for the breathtaking beauty that fills the senses and feeds the soul. Some visit Sedona to shop in the delightfully eclectic shops and galleries. Many others visit Sedona to savor the flavors and scents of our restaurants, to be pampered in a world-class resort or stay in a log cabin while sampling the diverse cultural events all year long.

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Community Profile
Located in Arizona's high desert under the towering southwestern rim of the vast Colorado Plateau, the city of Sedona is blessed with four mild seasons marked by abundant sunshine and clean air. Ideally, the annual average high and low temperatures are 74.7 and 45.7 degrees, respectively. Almost the entire world knows that Sedona, strategically situated at the mouth of spectacular Oak Creek Canyon, is a unique place. Characterized by massive red-rock formations, as well as the contrasting riparian areas of Oak Creek Canyon, the area surrounding this beloved community is considered at least as beautiful as many national parks. The story about how Sedona was named is well known; nonetheless, a brief telling is appropriate. As the story goes, after Theodore Carl Schnebly and his wife, Sedona, moved to Sedona from Gorin, Missouri, the few families living here convinced T.C. to establish a post office in his large home, which already had become the community's hotel. Various interpretations of this story suggest that he asked the government to name the post office Schnebly Station or Red Rock Crossing. Subsequently, he was told the names were too long, and following a suggestion by his brother, Dorsey Ellsworth Schnebly, he submitted his wife's name, Sedona. And so it was. 

Special Needs
Sedona is a friendly place for people with disabilities to enhance quality-of-life and visitor experiences. Most of this community's newer facilities, including various chamber visitor centers and city hall, comply with requirements imposed by ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act). Additional entities such as parks, picnic and camping grounds, restaurants and lodges, theaters and tour companies strive to meet the requests of visitors with special needs. All visitor centers operated by Sedona-Oak Creek Canyon Chamber of Commerce have an extensive list of facilities with accessibility information.

Living in Sedona... 
For people from the Phoenix metropolitan area, the West Coast, the East, Midwest or Canada who want to acquire real estate in Sedona, now is an excellent time.

Have you heard that before? Perhaps you have, because its not a new line its been repeated over and over for many years, especially the last decade. More specifically, during very recent years this assessment literally has echoed off the massive red-rock formations that make this 

community uniquely beautiful. Yes, with regard to the three most important elements of desirable real estate location, location and location! this area is mistake-proof. Additionally, evidence indicates that an investment in Sedona property will appreciate more than stocks and bonds. Even better in terms of enjoyable living, the intangibles that will accrue are priceless.

Citing the intangibles, experienced developers talk about personal real estate, and they explain that the real value of residential property is vested in personal use and enjoyment. Indeed, the real value of Sedona properties has attracted a market composed of sophisticated people who are aware of the intangible value associated with investing in lifestyle amenities available now, rather than investing in order to acquire these considerable pleasures in the future. These people have had a sufficient number of years to accumulate the means necessary to enjoy themselves today, not tomorrow. 

What definitely is known is that the fortunate buyers who subscribe to the today-not-tomorrow philosophy of investing in a unique lifestyle, currently have a wonderful choice of impressive amenities and styles plus location, location and location, of course in Sedona. Locals know, however, that the quality of real estate in this city never has been questioned; instead, what has been a concern is the question of continued availability.

At the moment, due to the diligence of courageous developers who found parcels of land previously not known to be for sale, and who were willing to pay the price, Sedona and Village of Oakcreek are sporting a selection of the finest, new residential communities found anywhere in the world. Obviously, these inviting communities feature magnificent, panoramic views but they also offer an astounding array of additional attractions. Almost every choice of lot imaginable is available, from those that sit on high hills or blend into rolling ridges, to the ones that are hidden in cozy little canyons or hug the cliffs of Oak Creek. And while some of these communities feature clubhouses, parks, hiking trails and resort-style pools, others appeal to residents who are not concerned about such things, opting instead for maximum privacy.