Neighbors taking back their Neighborhoods-Phoenix Real Estate
June 19th, 2008 categories: Phoenix Foreclosures, Phoenix Neighborhoods
I am hearing and reading more stories about neighbors in subdivisions throughout the Phoenix area- banding together to try and combat the problems of the foreclosure crisis.
Homeowners in Queen Creek have formed a HOA Congress to try to combat problems such as overgrown weeds, green pools and vandalism. 
Another friend of mine who lives in Skyline Ranch have already worked out a plan to keep the yard manicured for a home that is most likely the result of a “Buy and Bail”
In my sisters neighborhood of Mesquite Grove Estates located in Gilbert- one resident and pool builder, is taking the initiative to drain abandoned pools that pose a health hazard for his family and neighbors.
I just received an email from a co-worker asking for information where to get the fish that eat mosquito larve- the residents are willing to place the fish themselves if needed. The City of Chandler is using a mosquito fish, not native to Arizona, that will eat up to 50 to 100 larve a day.
The City of Chandler is urging people that live near homes that have been abandoned or pools that aren’t being maintained to call code enforcement at 480-782-4320.
Here are some other resources if you need help with a home that is causing a potential health problem in your area.
Maricopa County Sherriff- Report Green Pools.
Pinal County Sheriff -520-855-6200
The Phoenix Real Estate foreclosure crisis is far from over, but it is nice to see neighbors helping each other to do what they can to minmized the long lasting effects.
I was showing homes in Maricopa last week, and was pleasantly surprised to see the homes were all in good care, the lawns well maintained. It is making a difference. - Also making the homes more attractive, makes prospective buyers more interested, and we need them to purchase to get out of the mess…
@Irene-I noticed the same thing out in Magic Ranch in Florence- hard hit as well, but pleased by overall look of the neighborhood
Next to one of my rentals was a foreclosed or lender owned home. For about 2 months it stood empty with knee high weeds, a green pool and piles of door hangers on the front door. Two weeks ago this changed. The home has power, clean windows, no weeds and the pool is sparkling clear and once it goes on the market it will most likely fetch a much better price then before plus the neighborhood look better and I bet the HOA is now able to sleep.
@artur- It does make a difference, with being so hot, if there is no A/C- it is really difficult for buyers to stay in the homes very long.