TEMPE, ARIZONA

Tempe AZ Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Tempe combines the energy of Arizona State University and Mill Avenue with the outdoor lifestyle of Tempe Town Lake, established neighborhoods, dining, entertainment and a central Valley location.

WHAT MAKES TEMPE DIFFERENT

A City Built Around Education, Water, Culture & Activity

Tempe offers a combination that is difficult to duplicate elsewhere in the Valley. Arizona State University, Tempe Town Lake and the Mill Avenue District are all central to the city's identity.

Arizona State University

ASU's historic Tempe campus is the university's original home and offers hundreds of undergraduate and graduate programs across business, engineering, arts, sciences, education, health and other disciplines.

Tempe Town Lake

The more than 2-mile lake provides walking, jogging, biking, boating, fishing, parks, events and waterfront destinations in the heart of Tempe.

Mill Avenue

Historic Mill Avenue brings together restaurants, shopping, nightlife, culture, entertainment and community events next to the ASU campus.

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

ASU Is Part of the Tempe Lifestyle

ASU's Tempe campus is a major part of the city's character. The historic campus includes major academic programs, Big 12 athletics, performing arts, research facilities and access to public transportation.

A Major University Campus

ASU's official campus information describes Tempe as its historic campus and home to hundreds of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The campus includes the W. P. Carey School of Business, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and other schools and colleges.

More Than a College Town

The campus sits within a city with restaurants, entertainment, outdoor recreation, arts, employers and transportation connections. For buyers, proximity to ASU can be one consideration among many when evaluating a Tempe property.

TEMPE TOWN LAKE

Waterfront Recreation in the Heart of the City

Tempe Town Lake stretches for more than two miles through the center of Tempe. Paths along the lake support walking, jogging and biking, while the lake itself supports boating and fishing.

The city reports more than 40 special events at Town Lake each year, including festivals, running events and the Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade.

Walking, jogging and biking paths

Boating and fishing

Tempe Beach Park and waterfront amenities

More than 40 special events annually

Tempe Center for the Arts nearby

Convenient access to Mill Avenue and ASU

MILL AVENUE DISTRICT

Dining, Shopping, Nightlife & Culture

Historic Mill Avenue is immediately associated with downtown Tempe and ASU. The district combines restaurants, nightlife, shopping, culture, entertainment and recurring community events.

Dining

Restaurants, coffee shops and casual dining create an active day-to-night atmosphere.

Entertainment

Events, live entertainment, culture and nightlife add to the energy of downtown Tempe.

Shopping & Events

Local businesses, markets, art events and community celebrations give Mill Avenue a distinct identity.

TEMPE NEIGHBORHOODS

Find the Right Part of Tempe

Tempe's neighborhoods can offer very different lifestyles. The right location depends on what you value most in your daily life.

Downtown Tempe & Mill Avenue

A lively urban district centered on Mill Avenue and Arizona State University, with restaurants, shopping, nightlife, events, arts, and a variety of housing options.

Tempe Town Lake

A distinctive waterfront area with paths for walking, jogging and biking, boating, parks, events, and residential and business opportunities nearby.

North Tempe

Conveniently located near ASU, Town Lake, Papago Park, Scottsdale and major transportation routes, with a mix of established neighborhoods and urban housing.

South Tempe

Established neighborhoods with a more suburban atmosphere, parks, shopping, schools, and convenient access to Chandler and other Southeast Valley communities.

BUYING IN TEMPE

Location Can Change Everything

Tempe buyers often have very different priorities. Proximity to ASU, Town Lake, Mill Avenue, work, recreation, transportation or other Valley communities can all influence the right property.

I'll help you evaluate the neighborhood and the home together.

Neighborhood and location

Home style and condition

Commute and transportation

ASU and campus proximity

Dining and entertainment

Parks and recreation

Long-term goals and resale considerations

SELLING IN TEMPE

Selling a Tempe Home Requires a Strategy

Buyers can value Tempe properties differently depending on location, housing type, condition and proximity to the amenities that matter to them. I'll help you develop a pricing and marketing strategy, negotiate offers and manage the transaction through closing.

TEMPE REALTOR FAQ

Questions About Tempe Real Estate

Is Tempe a good place to live?

Tempe offers an unusual combination of urban activity, established neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, education, dining and a central Valley location. The best area depends on your lifestyle, budget, commute and housing preferences.

What is Tempe known for?

Tempe is especially known for Arizona State University's historic Tempe campus, Tempe Town Lake, Mill Avenue, arts and entertainment, restaurants, events and its central location within the Phoenix metropolitan area.

What is there to do at Tempe Town Lake?

Tempe Town Lake offers walking, jogging, biking, boating, fishing, parks, public art and special events. The city says more than 40 special events take place at the lake each year.

What is Mill Avenue known for?

Historic Mill Avenue is a downtown Tempe district known for dining, nightlife, shopping, culture, entertainment and community events, and it sits next to Arizona State University's Tempe campus.

Can you help me buy a home near ASU in Tempe?

Yes. I can help you compare neighborhoods and properties based on proximity to ASU, transportation, lifestyle, housing type, budget and long-term goals, then remain personally involved through the transaction.

Can you help me sell a home in Tempe?

Yes. I provide full-service representation for Tempe sellers, including pricing strategy, marketing, negotiations, transaction management and coordination through closing.

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