City Guide
Tempe, AZ
Overview
Tempe, AZ, is known for its sunshine and natural beauty. Around 204,000 people are living in Tempe, making it a mid-sized city. Something interesting about Tempe is that it's named after the Vale of Tempe in Greece. Another fun fact is that the Los Angeles Angels practice at Tempe Diablo Stadium for spring training.
What’s it like to live in Tempe, AZ ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Tempe, AZ you'll find that the median sale price is
$470,000
and homes stay on the market for 57 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Tempe are $500,500
and $300,000
, respectively. Tempe area townhouses have a median sale price of $367,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Tempe, AZExplore our Tempe housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Tempe home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Tempe rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Tempe rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Tempe, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Tempe
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
South Phoenix | $449,990 | 51 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
The Lakes | $657,500 | 63 / 100 | 52 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
South Mountain | $400,000 | 50 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Dobson Ranch | $437,750 | 57 / 100 | 48 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Downtown Tempe | $490,000 | 60 / 100 | 70 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Tempe Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jul '24 - Sep '24, 30% of Tempe homebuyers searched to move out of Tempe, while 70% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 2% of homebuyers searched to move into Tempe from outside metros.
- Seattle homebuyers searched to move into Tempe more than any other metro followed by Los Angeles and Dallas.
Where are people moving to Tempe from?
- 70% of Tempe homebuyers searched to stay within the Tempe metropolitan area.
- Prescott Valley was the most popular destination among Tempe homebuyers followed by Show Low and Flagstaff.
Where are people from Tempe moving to?
Number of People Moving to Tempe
least
most
People are moving to Tempe from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jul '24 - Sep '24 | ||
1 | 2,760 | ||
2 | 2,695 | ||
3 | 1,712 | ||
4 | 837 | ||
5 | 689 | ||
6 | 472 | ||
7 | 362 | ||
8 | 338 | ||
9 | 328 | ||
10 | 318 |
People are leaving Tempe for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jul '24 - Sep '24 | ||
1 | 1,293 | ||
2 | 871 | ||
3 | 750 | ||
4 | 170 | ||
5 | 138 | ||
6 | 133 | ||
7 | 109 | ||
8 | 99 | ||
9 | 95 | ||
10 | 88 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Tempe, AZ ?
Some of the most popular things to do in Tempe, AZ, range from exploring local parks, checking out some of the best restaurants in town, to enjoying local art. Some of the many museums you can visit include the ASU Art Museum, the Tempe Historical Museum, and the Halle Heart Children's Museum. Performing arts venues like the Marquee Theatre and the Stray Cat Theatre are popular amongst locals. The city is home to Tempe Beach Park, Kiwanis Park, and Papago Park, so there are a lot of parks where you can spend a relaxing day. Restaurants and highly-rated eateries are abundant in the city, so you don't want to skip over these local favorites. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Kabuki, Chompie's Restaurant, or Khai Hoan.
Explore some of the best things to do in Tempe
What's the best way to get around Tempe, AZ ?
The best way to get around Tempe is by bike, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Tempe has a walk score of 54, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Tempe has a transit score of 45, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 85281 and 85288. You can also get around Tempe by bike. With a bike score of 75, it's convenient to use a bike for most trips.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
Tempe Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Tempe has 9 heavy rail stations; METRO Priest Dr /Washington St, Valley Metro Rail, METRO McClintock /Apache, METRO Mill Ave/Third St, METRO University Dr/Rural, METRO Veterans Way / College Ave, Dorsey Ln / Apache Boulevard Metro station, Smith Road and Martin Road and Apache Boulevard, Metro Light Rail - Priest/washington. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 27 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.