Would like to enter phoenix market for buy and hold

[Domin Car]

Hi I invest in Chicago but live in California , I am looking for another market closer by ,  

I am was interested in phoenix market but need some pointers ,  looking for properties in C areas pretty safe areas but schools are not best and you still can get a good deal on houses and good rents.   I don't want to be in the city , preferably smaller suburbs towns.  Also looking for a realtor threre. 

I would love some hints for cities in that area that seem pretty safe but properties are still cheap.  

thanks