5 Phoenix suburbs among the best cities to buy first home

Several Phoenix metro cities rank among the best in the U.S. for first-time homebuyers, according to WalletHub. Surprise ranks 4th nationally, excelling in real estate market and affordability but lower in quality of life. Gilbert is 6th, Chandler 11th, Peoria 13th, and Scottsdale 21st. All 11 Arizona cities in the study placed in the top 100, highlighting strong markets despite rising living costs.