There's no doubt there is a great big world out there.
This can seem exciting and even scary when you are thinking of where you want to buy a new riverfront home. Whether you are a couple, a family, or just starting out on your life adventures, buying a home in Yuma, AZ may be just the thing.
It's been found that those who live close to the water are generally happier and healthier. So why wouldn't you want to buy close to the river's edge? Yuma, AZ is a great choice and here are 10 more reasons to buy a riverfront property in Yuma!
10 Reasons to Live on the River in Yuma, AZ
1. Huge History
Yuma, AZ boasts a huge history! You will never be at a loss for places to explore. Whether you are touring the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historical Park or checking out the U.S. Army Quartermaster Depot or the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area in the Colorado River State Historic Park, there's no shortage of history.
2. Consider the Culture
If culture is your kryptonite, then you will find that in the form of the E.F. Sanguinetti Museum and Gardens. There's also the interesting cultural history of the Castle Dome Mine Museum and Ghost Town that you can visit anytime!
You will have plenty of places to take your friends and family when they visit to prove your cultural side.
3. Navigate Nature
Nature is the cure for most everything. Check out the Colorado River State Historic Park, the Yuma Conservation Garden, Yuma’s East Wetlands Environmental Area, or Gateway Park.
Not only will you have the water cure at your fingertips, but you will be able to immerse yourself in other local natural wonders super close to home.
4. Add Adventure
Everyone loves a little adventure. When you live in Yuma, AZ, adventure is even closer. You can take a ride on the river at Yuma River Tubing. If you happen to be loving the land that day, you can ride your bike or take a stroll at the Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park
5. Rendezvous (Permanently) on the River
By rendezvous, we mean to exist. Can you imagine living so close to nature, the water, parks, fishing, and boating? Since a waterfront home has always been your dream, living on the Colorado River in Yuma, AZ will help fulfill that.
6. Get Fit and Fab
There is no shortage in Yuma, AZ of places to get in shape. Take a stroll or power walk along the waterfront parks and trails. If you want to try intermittent power walking, you can always stop here and there to take some amazing nature shots.
7. Soak in the Serotonin
Farewell Florida fans! Soak in the sun in Yuma, AZ instead. it's HOT but not humid with little rainfall. In fact, Yuma gets about 300 average days of sunshine annually.
8. Authentic Noshing (Especially of the Spicy Variety)
Yuma, AZ borders Mexico on the southwest part of AZ. What this means for foodies is some seriously amazing authentic Mexican food. This area is known for its spicy goodness that is added to everything from the mom and pop restaurants to the larger ones in the area.
9. Snowbird City
You don't have to be a snowbird to soak in the amazing weather. Even though 17% of the population are 65 or older, you can still be a snowbird in training. The milder fall and winter months make Yuma very desirable for any age or family type!
10. Owning a Home is Affordable
To put it into perspective, it is 321% more expensive to live in say, San Diego, rather than Yuma. You can affordably own a home in Yuma, AZ and live your best life.
Yay for Yuma!
As you can see, Yuma, AZ has many amazing selling points. This is true especially if you live in a riverfront property.
Interested in touring your new potential home? Don't wait. Take advantage of the culture, natural surroundings, heritage, food, and low mortgage prices.
If you are considering making Yuma, AZ your new neighborhood, contact us today!