Chandler, Arizona is a premium senior vacation community located near Phoenix. Senior Travel Genie has resources for Chandler’s hotels, restaurants and more. Chandler is a growing community with a proud history.

Chandler, AZ History

In 1891, Dr. A.J. Chandler settled on an 18,000-acre ranch in the area that is now called Chandler. Dr. Chandler was the first veterinary surgeon in Arizona. He developed an irrigation system on his ranch and helped lead the way in innovative ideas for irrigation and canals in the valley.

Dr. Chandler decided to subdivide his ranch and hired an architect and planner to develop plans for a town. Then in 1912, Dr. Chandler began advertising his new town. The first individuals interested in purchasing land headed out to the area on rail. On the very first day of sales, he sold $50,000 worth of land.

This dramatic sale boosted his optimism in the town and encouraged Dr. Chandler to build a beautiful hotel. The San Marcos Hotel opened one year later to host wealthy individuals visiting Arizona.

Even after the successful opening of the lots and the San Marcos Hotel, Chandler grew slowly. Ostrich ranches also appeared. Ostrich feathers were needed for women's hats, which were popular at that time. A pound of ostrich feathers was worth as much as 250 dollars. The town remained an agricultural town up until 1920 when it incorporated.

Chandler, Arizona – Senior Vacations & Travel

Chandler, AZ has continued to grow. Recently the town was nicknamed "Silicon Desert" because of the numerous high-tech businesses that make Chandler their home. Today, many seniors choose to live in this premium vacation community that caters to their needs. Senior Travel Genie offers information about hotels, restaurants and more in Chandler.