West Main is the first place a driver enters when heading east into downtown Mesa, and as the city's western gateway, it serves an important role. By immediately showing the kind of diverse culinary offerings and communities Mesa is known for, West Main is not only a world all its own but also serves as the buffer that makes Mesa distinct from the rest of the greater Phoenix area.
While West Main's eateries and shops are predominantly Asian-inspired, most of the area's homes are more Spanish-oriented. The neighborhood has many ramblers and bungalows available in a Spanish style that varies from classical to ultra-modern, and almost always has a small yard dotted with desert flora. But for all the Spanish-style ramblers and bungalows, there are just as many in a midcentury or postmodern design as well. Newly built apartment and condo complexes are also slowly trickling into West Main, offering denser housing communities. Prices in the area have thus risen modestly over the past few years but start around mid-$200,000 for most condos and single-family homes in need of light repairs, while move-in ready homes can usually be found for around mid-$400,000 or above.
West Main is a major dovetail for Mesa's diverse set of cultures, offering many restaurants, local business and community activities that celebrate many cultures at once. On a morning commute into downtown Mesa, many cars pull into Adrian's #2 for a heaping breakfast burrito. Meanwhile, the neighborhood's centerpiece Mekong Plaza offers a wide array of Asian shops and eateries, such as sit-down options like Unphogettable's beloved Vietnamese spring rolls, or more casual options like kimchi-seasoned Korean corndogs from Two Hands, located across the street. It's also the location for both the Mekong Supermarket and an H Mart location, where locals can go to shop for ingredients to make their own culturally inspired dishes at home. And if an ingredient can't be found at one of those, it can most likely be found at two other grocery stores less than a mile away.
Mekong Plaza is also the site of several community events throughout the year, such as the Chinese New Year Food Truck Frenzy that happens every year in late January. Night owls also have a way to meet members of their community during the summertime with the Mesa Asian District Night Market at AZ International Marketplace.
Beating the Arizona heat is easy with so many indoor rec options in West Main, such as a game of 9-ball pool at Main Street Billiards or heart-pumping workouts at the Focus Climbing Center. To really cool off, some hit the rink at the Arizona Made Ice Forum. But on nicer days, locals stay outside and go to places like Beverly Park to sit beneath a cool, shaded ramada as children climb the jungle gym. Others seeking a more reclusive recreation option can take a walk or bike ride along the Tempe Canal Trail, which connects to several other trail systems throughout Mesa and the greater-Phoenix area.
The Mesa Public School district ranks well in its academic performance, with nearly 60,000 students altogether. Young students can start out at Webster Elementary School, which earns a B-minus rating from Niche before moving on to Carson Junior High School, which has a C-plus rating from Niche. Older students can attend Westwood High School, which earns a B-plus ranking from Niche and offers an international baccalaureate program. Furthermore, all three schools receive a score of A from Niche for their diversity, in fact, Westwood is the 22nd most diverse public high school in all of Arizona.
Location is one of the hallmarks of West Main. Westwardly adjacent to downtown Mesa, the area offers easy access to other more populated areas via the Red Mountain Freeway, U.S. Highway 60 and the 101. Bus routes also run all throughout the neighborhood, but the greatest asset is two centrally located light rail stations on Main Street, with two additional stops just beyond the neighborhood's east and west ends.
Lisa Merris
Realty ONE Group
(623) 263-3352
42 Total Sales
1 in West Main
$280,000 Price
Andrea Ortega
Realty ONE Group
(480) 618-7396
33 Total Sales
1 in West Main
$240,000 Price
Brian Duncan
Barrett Real Estate
(623) 600-7406
72 Total Sales
1 in West Main
$286,000 Price
Dave Rosenfeld
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(623) 263-9965
39 Total Sales
1 in West Main
$280,000 Price
AYANNA HAWKINS
Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty
(623) 321-2387
98 Total Sales
1 in West Main
$260,000 Price
Edith 'Eydie' Fernandez
HomeSmart
(623) 254-4398
41 Total Sales
1 in West Main
$383,000 Price
Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International
17 min drive
Subway
Sycamore/Main Street
Bus
Broadway Rd & Valencia
Bus
Main St & Stewart
Bus
Alma School Rd & Main St
Bus
Main St & Country Club Dr
Bus
Main St & Sycamore
Bus
Dobson Rd & Main St
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Main | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in West Main, Mesa sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in West Main, Mesa over the last 12 months is $329,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$350,000
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Median Sale Price
$329,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$371,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$282,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$252,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
59
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
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Number of Homes
2,166
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Number of Homes for Sale
15
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Median Year Built
1960
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Months of Supply
3.10
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,427
Significantly below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,333
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
984
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178
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$1,299 - $2,029 per month
$887 - $1,194 per month
$1,000 - $3,261 per month
$1,145 - $1,325 per month
$1,025 - $1,275 per month
$1,095 - $1,460 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
17
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Median Rent
$1,595
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,000
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,095
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Median Townhouse Rent
$1,595
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,975
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Median Condo Rent
$1,295
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,248
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Total Population
15,106
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Median Age
32
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Population Density
11 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
7.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$48,623
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$61,086
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High School Graduates
83.1%
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College Graduates
20%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
4.9%
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% Population in Labor Force
80%
Above the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
9''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
104°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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Bikeability
Walkability
Transit
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