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If you look closely enough, you can find hints of hope in the southeast Valley’s market for new homes. Chandler, Mesa and the city of Maricopa had more single-family permits taken out for the first half of this year than they did during the same period in 2006. Prices for new homes have dropped into the $130,000s in Maricopa, which likely will entice buyers. And although its permit numbers are down, Gilbert remains one of the busiest places in the Valley for housing construction. More…