Are addresses in the Phoenix area really that helpful?

Figuring out Phoenix and surrounding city addresses

Yes, an address is the unique identifier for a location within a city, and should let everyone know exactly where you live, but how useful is it?  How are addresses determined and what do they mean? Most addresses include a north/south/east/west coordinate.   North, south, east or west of what? Are all addresses based on one central coordinate in downtown Phoenix, or does each city have their own coordinate sytem?  How much  do we really rely upon an address to arrive at a destination?  If you know the answers, congratulations; if not then  read on.

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Villas at Ocotillo Chandler Waterfront Community

Villas at Ocotillo in Chandler

The Villas in Ocotillo originally opened in 2006 and within the first year waterfront properties were selling for over $1 million.  The builder was Kitchell Custom Homes and the luxury interiors included Cantera fireplaces, Viking appliances, wood beamed ceilings, alder doors and 2×6 construction. Some floor plans even included basements. Of the 49 homesites, the original  builder sold 19 before the remaining lots went into bankruptcy.  What happened next… read on.

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