Shade Apartments at Desert Ridge Voted “Best of Our Valley”
Arizona Foothills Magazine has named Shade at Desert Ridge Best Luxury Rentals for 2010. The “Best” list has been a feature of the magazine for 14 years, and includes more than 100 categories of readers’ favorites of everything from dining atmosphere to local jeweler.
Online voting took place for three months after initial nominations were placed in August. Arizona Foothills Magazine online readers were presented with seven final nominees to choose from in each category. In the category for Best Luxury Rentals, three of the seven choices were properties managed by Mark-Taylor Residential, including Shade Apartments, as well as Alta Phoenix Lofts and Palazzo Townhomes.
With more than 53% of readers’ votes, Shade at Desert Ridge established a hearty victory.
“It’s such a great thing when you are given an award, chosen by those whom you aim to serve,” said Mark-Taylor President Dale Phillips. “We truly appreciate the recognition not only for Mark-Taylor as a company, but for the hard work and dedication of the staff in our communities.”
Shade, designed in sleek Desert Deco style, features resort-style living close to the Desert Ridge dining, shopping, and entertainment scene. Its amenities include pools for lounging or laps, a fitness center with state-of-the-art cardio and weight-training machines, and in selected apartments, two-story open spaces.
“Shade is a stunning community, with great residents,” says Shade community manager, Melissa Guzman. “We are honored.”
For more information on Shade, visit http://www.mark-taylor.com/shade or become a fan on Facebook of Shade Apartments at Desert Ridge.
Mark-Taylor Residential is an award-winning company that excels in apartment management. Founded in 1990, Mark-Taylor has developed more than 13,000 apartments in the Southwest and currently manages more than 11,000 apartments in metropolitan Phoenix, Ariz., Las Vegas, NV, providing residents with beautifully appointed apartment homes, a resort-style lifestyle, and thoughtful customer service. For more information, visit www.mark-taylor.com.
Contacts:
Kim Atkinson
Director of marketing and public relations, Mark-Taylor Residential
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