climate
This Phoenix 2-bedroom will have brutal utility bills. What does the floor plan tell you about why?
In Phoenix, west-facing windows receive direct afternoon sunlight from approximately 1pm until sunset, coinciding with the highest ambient temperatures of the day. Without exterior shading such as overhangs, screens, or landscaping, these windows function as solar heat collectors during the months when air conditioning is most critical. Renters in Phoenix apartments with all-west exposure consistently report higher utility bills and more uncomfortable living conditions than comparable units with mixed or east-facing orientation.