City: Tempe · Vibe: Young, energetic, transit-rich · Best for: Students, young pros
Mill Avenue, Tempe Town Lake and ASU make downtown Tempe the Valley’s most walkable district.
Housing: apartments, condos and mid-rise towers; older single-family homes in nearby Maple-Ash and Mitchell Park.
Love it for: the lake, light rail, the streetcar and nightlife.
Thinking about living here? Get current prices, homes for sale and an honest local take on the area.
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Craig Citizen, REALTOR® · West USA Realty · Free, no obligation