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Finding Your Place in the Arizona Sun!

Snowbird Realty, based out of Alexandria Minnesota, provides outstanding real estate opportunities for individuals and families looking for a new home, second home, retirement home or investment property in Arizona. Our goal is to help you find your place in the Arizona sun and to make the process as simple as possible.

A few services set us apart, one being our desire to listen and learn what your exact needs are. We meet with you in the comfort of your home in Minnesota to determine exactly what you’re looking for. Only then are we able to match you with one of the homes we’ve already pre-selected as the finest of the bunch.

What are you waiting for? The time is now; we’ve already done all of the homework. Our vast knowledge in dealing with foreclosed homes, bank owned or short sales puts your best interests at the forefront. Out of the 40-50 homes available in Arizona’s premiere communities we’ve hand picked the best 5 or 6 from the group – and will continue to select only the top properties. We have the data, we know the comparisons, the work is complete – all you have to do is buy! The time is now:

  • Prices are at record lows
  • Interest rates are as low a 5%
  • Inventory levels are high
+ What’s a Snowbird? (click to reveal information)

As a Sunbelt state, AZ, is home to many “snowbirds” during Minnesota’s winter months. A recent University of Minnesota study defines a snowbird as a retiree who leaves the state for five or more weeks starting in November. Minnesota’s snowbird population accounts for about 10% (65,000 people) of the state’s retired population. And just where are these snowbirds going – 33% head to Arizona. These and other findings allow AZ to produce some outstanding rental opportunities and added income for you – learn more.

Our 22 years of combined experience make us a valuable real estate firm for anyone looking to buy or sell real estate in Arizona. We eliminate the stress that can occur when working in an unfamiliar area with an unfamiliar real estate agent. Doug and Shawn have superior local market experience in many areas throughout Arizona, including: Anthem, Surprise, Scottsdale, Phoenix and Mesa.

If you’re interested in purchasing a home in Arizona at a fraction of the purchase price contact Doug or Shawn today!

Stories from a few of our clients

+The Wagner Family – North Scottsdale, AZ (click to reveal information)

The Wagner family from Minnesota visited Phoenix, Arizona for years before deciding to buy a place of their own, a place in the sun.

They had been given the name of a local Phoenix realtor who never returned their calls. In busy real estate markets this is a common problem and a major frustration.

Then they called Shawn O. Reilly of Snowbird Realty who met with them in their own home in Minnesota. He helped them find a home in the Phoenix area. After considerable research and preliminary searching, the Wagners narrowed their area down to North Scottsdale. Shawn traveled to Scottsdale, previewed homes and sent digital photos to them.

A week later, Shawn met the Wagners in Scottsdale and toured several of the homes that matched their criteria, which he had previously previewed for them. The Wagners are now homeowners in the North Scottsdale area of Greyhawk.


+The Bengstons Family – Mesa, AZ (click to reveal information)

When Don and Julie Bengston sold their property on Pelican Lake near Ashby, Minnesota, their next stop was Mesa, Arizona! Doug and Shawn traveled with the Bengstons to Arizona and toured several homes in the Las Sendas community. Las Sendas is beautiful master planned gated community in the foothills outside of Phoenix offering great views of the city lights at night. Community pools, tennis courts, walking paths, fitness center and an award winning golf course are highlights of this area. The Bengstons are enjoying their place in the Arizona Sun!


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