Why Us?
- Urban to Suburban: experienced buyer agency, using today's technology and building tomorrow's relationships
- The best online map-based searches with multiple property categories
- UrbBurb.com's wide range of buyer tools, reports, articles, links and other great resources
- Our online Client Management Center with 24hr real-time access to your documents, photos and escrow updates
- The Blurb: real estate news, information, updates and eye candy keeping you plugged in and entertained
- The Insider: blogging today's investment news, information and hot opportunities
- Twitter and email alerts, RSS feeds, Facebook, newsletter reports and hotlists to keep you informed 24/7
Living Urban or Suburban.
Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe and Mesa offer sophisticated urban living choices for those that want to be closer to the drumbeat of a faster and more connected experience. From single family homes in a wide range of settings and price ranges including Phoenix’s unique historic districts to an exciting selection of infill condo, loft and townhomes the urban markets of Phoenix will plug you into the fantastic restaurants, bars, shopping and entertainment that make Phoenix one of the fastest developing urban markets in the country. The Valley's suburban markets offer gated waterfront communities to golf course properties and pristine desert locations to tree-lined streets reminiscent of east coast living. There’s an incredible selection of lifestyle and architectural choices in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe and all of the Valley's connected communities. Durnford Group will always find you a urban or suburban location that fits your own unique personality and tastes.
Finding the Right Property.
In a market flooded with buyer opportunities that change daily, we’ll help you find a great property, in the right location and at the best possible price. Durnford Group's real estate agents have decades of experience from condos to luxury homes and historic to custom-built modern while providing you the best online search experience possible. On UrbBurb.com you have comprehensive search tools and all the information you'll need to quickly target the right city, price level and property. So talk to us directly or browse our site. We'll change what could be a long and frustrating property transaction into an uplifting real estate experience.
Invest with Confidence.
Since 1993, we’ve been investing personally and on behalf of our investors in the Phoenix market in a wide range of residential and commercial acquisitions and investment strategies. With over $150 million in real estate transactions ranging from office buildings to model homes and from land banking to residential rentals we know what and when to purchase and the best investment strategies to protect, build and optimize your portfolio. Phenomenal investment opportunities exist today - let our experience guide your way.
Searching for REOs.
REO (bank-owned) and foreclosure properties are hot keywords in today’s market offering great pricing on a wide range of homes from starter to luxury and from condos & lofts to single-family detached in every imaginable setting. REO buyer demand has picked up significantly in 2009 as banks have disposed of their foreclosed inventory at compelling values in a wide range of locations and price levels throughout Phoenix. UrbBurb helps you quickly target REOs and, backed with our experience dealing with REO lenders, REO listings agents and mortgage brokers which specialize in REO financing, we help our clients get a great deal - every time. Start your search or contact us now; there’s a REO bargain out there with your name on it.
For Every Lifestyle there is a Home.
Condos, lofts, townhomes, patio homes, row houses, ranch houses, territorial, Mediterranean, modern, mid-century, luxury, active-adult, retiree, urban, suburban, mountainside, waterfront, golfcourse, desert ….what's your niche? Phoenix offers a incredible range of housing styles, unique locations, price levels and local amenities. Don’t rush forward without knowing all your options - let us bring the Valley down to size.
The Valley’s Real Estate Markets.
The Phoenix metropolitan area, one of the largest urban markets in the U.S., connects a wide selection of lifestyles, housing architectures, unique neighborhoods & master planned communities and price options. The city of Phoenix has seen explosive growth in its suburban markets to the south, west and north but has also enjoyed a renaissance of its urban markets especially in its downtown core. Multiple new office, condo, loft and hotel high-rises have emerged backed by the new $1 billion light rail system, a new ASU downtown campus, a biotech corridor and a range of new commercial, entertainment and sports facilities. Scottsdale remains as one of the areas premier residential destinations with its manicured landscaping, world-class resorts, golf courses, upscale housing and one of the areas largest concentrations of shopping, dining and entertainment venues. Scottsdale has also redeveloped its urban core with many new condos, lofts and townhomes along with expanded options in retail, entertainment, restaurants, bars and the new Scottsdale waterfront district. Tempe, the home of ASU and a key part of Phoenix metro’s high-tech commercial boom, has also seen an extensive redevelopment and expansion of its downtown urban and Tempe Town Lake areas. Tempe and the long popular city of Mesa in the East Valley, are linked with Phoenix’s new and expanding light rail system providing an important backbone to future housing, commercial and entertainment development. Many other markets comprise the Phoenix metro area including Ahwatukee, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, Apache Junction and Gold Canyon in the East Valley and Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Avondale, Goodyear and Buckeye in the West Valley. Find out more about the Phoenix metro area and its fascinating desert cities by contacting us today.
The Phoenix Metropolitan Area.
The Phoenix metropolitan area, often referred to as The Valley of the Sun, is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the nation. The Valley is centered around four main cities which comprise the cultural and economic heart of the area; Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe and Mesa. Home to 4.2 million people and including such cities as Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Sun City and Surprise, the area has seen explosive development since 1990 and has consistently ranked among the top markets in population, employment, and business development growth. The area’s pro-business attitude has fostered significant expansion of the area’s universities and colleges, created one of the world’s largest and most dynamic medical research and patient care industries, fostered a booming high-tech corridor and is now working at the forefront of emerging economic engines of biotech and alternative energy. Tourism has also been an important long-term economic influence, supported by a wide array of outdoor activities including world-class golf, water recreation, tennis and hiking and a huge selection of retail, restaurant and cultural venues. All the major professional sports leagues have Phoenix teams including the Arizona Cardinals, the Phoenix Suns, the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Phoenix Coyotes as well as an expanding Cactus League with its tourism draw for baseball spring training. Although a desert environment, and subject to hotter temperatures for the summer months punctuated by cooling monsoon storms, October through May brings sunny days, comfortable temperatures, exotic plant life and countless outdoor recreational activities making the Valley an enviable spot to live.
