The Right Agent Matters: A Phoenix Relocation Story That Started Rough and Ended Right
A relocation that took the long way home, and what it taught this client about choosing the right agent
He needed to be closer to his job and wanted easier access to the 51 freeway. As a single guy, he was also looking for a neighborhood with more energy, good restaurants, shopping, and things to do. Laveen, out on the edge of the Southwest Valley, wasn’t giving him any of that.
How did he end up in Laveen in the first place?
He had relocated from out of state and originally worked with a newer agent who didn’t flag some of the challenges that come with living in Laveen, particularly around resale demand. That’s a big part of why this story matters: the right agent from the start can save you from a costly detour.
Why The Sheaborhood specifically?
The Sheaborhood put him closer to his office and gave him the 51 freeway access he wanted. He also loved the feel of the neighborhood itself. The homes here, mostly built in the ’70s and ’80s on larger lots, have real character instead of a cookie-cutter look, with wide, quiet streets. Access to the Piestewa Peak hiking trails was another draw for someone with an active lifestyle.
What was his biggest concern going into the sale?
Getting top dollar for his home as fast as possible. Laveen was a slower market at the time, sitting out on the edge of Phoenix with less buyer demand than the areas I typically work in, so that concern was well founded.
What made this transaction difficult?
Simply getting enough buyers through the door. It took about 90 days to sell the Laveen home, not because of pricing alone, but because that market just doesn’t generate the same traffic as other parts of Phoenix. We priced it aggressively and made adjustments based on real buyer feedback as showings came in.
