| Thinking about buying a home in the Tempe area? | | | | prices long term. |
| Tempe, often called "The Valley", offers some of the | | | | Resale Homes |
| most diverse real estate in any area. | | | | Tempe is a great area for new homes, but you'll also |
| What kind of home are you thinking about? Do you | | | | find wonderful older houses. These properties are |
| picture yourself in a neighborhood with tree-lined | | | | very distinctive, many in Mediterranean styling, with |
| streets, or would you rather be in a community that | | | | mature landscaping and large lots. |
| requires little maintenance? Either way, you'll find it in | | | | Resale homes are especially appealing for those |
| Tempe. | | | | wanting a well-established neighborhood, with its own |
| Looking at the multiple listing services for Tempe, | | | | unique culture. |
| you'll see that most homes fall into one of a few | | | | Condominium Communities |
| categories: | | | | Condominiums are a popular housing alternative in |
| Master Planned Communities | | | | Tempe, but they don't merely refer to small |
| Master planned communities are especially popular | | | | apartment-like properties. Tempe offers luxury |
| throughout Tempe. They are often clustered around | | | | condominiums several thousand square feet in size |
| a geographic feature, such as in the foothills, on a | | | | and resembling world-class hotels. Of course there |
| mountain side, or near the desert. They are situated | | | | are also smaller units perfect for first-time buyers. |
| to take advantage of the natural views. | | | | Active-Adult Communities |
| Several different builders usually develop homes in | | | | Tempe is a popular destination for tourists, young |
| each neighborhood. The big advantage to the planned | | | | professionals relocating for a job, and of course, |
| community is that it offers all the amenities within a | | | | retirees. An exciting part of the real estate market is |
| compact area, schools, parks, community centers, | | | | the active-adult community. |
| and recreational opportunities such as golf courses | | | | These communities offer a variety of amenities to |
| and horse riding stables. | | | | home buyers, including golf courses and clubs, fitness |
| Each one uses a similar architectural theme, with a | | | | centers, tennis courts and swimming pools. Homes in |
| variety of different floor plans. If you are looking for | | | | these communities are often patio homes, town |
| a brand new home, these communities are a great | | | | homes, or stand-alone properties. |
| choice. You can select your preferred floor plan and | | | | As the baby boom generation ages, these |
| make the upgrades you'd like. These areas include a | | | | communities are becoming increasingly popular. |
| variety of price ranges, especially more affordable | | | | Whatever your age or style, you'll find a great |
| homes, and they have a great history of appreciating | | | | variety of homes to meet your needs in Tempe. |