Seeking Advice:Which AZ Area among following has Best Appreciation & Rental potential

[San G San]

Hey all,

I'm trying to decide on a home purchase in Arizona and would love your insights. I'm comparing a few different areas based on their growth potential, rental market, and future appreciation. Here’s what I’m looking at (below prices are for similar home size and builder):

• Wales Ranch / Combs & Schnepf Rd Area
  • Price: ~$540,000
  • Note: There’s a possibility that the 24 extension might eventually go near Schnepf Rd and German. Any thoughts on how this might impact the area?
• Bella Vista Farms, San Tan
  • Price: ~$470,000
  • Situation: It’s quite remote right now and might take 2-3 years before builders are fully established. I’m a bit uncertain about the rental market and overall growth potential here.
• North Queen Creek (Madera Community)
  • Price: ~$630,000
  • I’m curious about the area's current growth trends and rental demand. Does anyone have experience with this community?
• Blossom Rocks, Apache Junction
  • Price: ~$602,000
  • This is more of a 3-5 year project, similar to Eastmark. How do you see the market evolving there in the near future?

I need to decide based on which area is most likely to see price appreciation and also offer solid rental potential—especially if I need to relocate for a job within a year or two. Another factor I'm weighing is the county difference (Maricopa vs. Pinal) and its impact on future growth.

Any insights, personal experiences, or local market updates would be incredibly helpful. Thanks in advance for your thoughts!