Tempe

Nestled against the Salt River in Tempe’s northeast corner Apache is a small neighborhood but comes packed with a larger than life character. It’s backed by a major shopping center, and is just minutes away from Arizona State University and Tempe Town Lake, bringing a fun, upbeat vibe for work and play. With more than 1.3 million square feet of retail space, an emphasis on access to the arts and easy access to downtown Tempe, Apache brings a world of opportunities to your doorstep. Brendan Ross, deputy community services director for arts and culture manages all arts programming for the city of Tempe. He said assets like Tempe Center for the Arts add a “touch of vibrancy to the city” combined with public art projects that are archived online for residents to discover on their own. “We are a diverse city and we welcome people from all over the world but also all walks of life and we reflect that in our programming at the center,” Ross said. Tempe Town Lake is the second most visited location in Arizona behind the Grand Canyon welcoming more than two million visitors each year to enjoy the flurry of walking and biking paths along the shore in addition to institutions like Tempe Center for the Arts, Town Lake Marina, volleyball courts and numerous natural habitats and is well into its second decade. According to the City of Tempe, it has created more than $2 billion in annual economic activity supporting the numerous businesses along the lakefront. More than 40 special events take place at Tempe Town Lake including Iron Man Arizona and the Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade, building off the state of the art architectural design of Tempe Center for the Arts that draws inspiration. “I think its connection to the Lake is really significant. I mean, that's part of the architecture and there's the Infinity pond there and look out and it's just a stunning view. I think it's one of the best views in the whole valley,” Ross added. Known for its live music scene, Tempe is always welcoming artists whether it is indoors or outdoors. You’ll often see children running and playing on the jungle gym or at the community pool at Escalante Park on the eastern side of Apache. Wide open fields allow for games of soccer or football, and brightly colored murals adorn the basketball court where you can play pickup games of hoops with friends even when the sun goes down on the lighted court. The Tempe Marketplace shopping center is a destination with more than 100 shops and restaurants to keep you busy and engaged. You can keep up with the latest fashion at stores like H&M, Lane Bryant, or Nordstrom Rack, or restock on perfume and makeup at Ulta Beauty or Sephora. Daily essentials and groceries can be found at Target, and if you’re looking for the perfect wine to pair with the groceries you bought, Total Wine is close by. The outdoor District Stage features 300 events each year with live music every Saturday evening and hosting live theatrical performances like The Nutcracker and even yoga classes. You can jam in the front row of the stage or enjoy the music while enjoying a classic margarita from the patio of Barrio Queen. Heading south away from the bustling retail corridor, Apache has small pockets of wide, sidewalk-lined residential streets, making it easy for residents to get in a morning run or take their favorite four-legged friends for a walk. The neighborhood is a mix of single-story ranches with a growing number of condominiums, townhouses and apartments. Many homes in this area were built in the mid-20th century, and often have renovated interiors. Houses with long driveways and car parks allow space for multiple cars, and some homes even have RV space. Residents can grab a lawn chair and soak in the sun or throw some food on the grill on the weekend in their spacious grass or concrete backyards. Home prices in this area tend to be lower than the state average with prices ranging between $250,000 $500,000. Apache is also home to many apartment and condominium communities. Condos range from cozy one-bedroom units to spacious multi-level properties. Most units come with modern appliances and interiors, and feature amenities including community pools and designated parking spaces. Buyers can expect to pay between $200,000 to $450,000 for a condo or townhouse. Apache is a neighborhood that is constantly changing. With the rising commercial sector and presence of ASU demand for housing continues. According to The Arizona Republic, a plan is in the works to demolish a Super 8 motel in the southwest corner of the neighborhood, making way for the construction of a new 289-unit apartment complex with a new gourmet coffee shop called Daydreamer occupying the ground floor. For quick commutes Apache is located near State Route 101 which allows access to the 202 into Phoenix or north to Scottsdale. While shopping options are well contained in the neighborhood, heading to Tempe’s downtown core is only a three-mile drive via E. Rio Salado Parkway. Apache is well serviced by Valley Metro Bus and ORBIT Tempe is a free neighborhood bus service that offers service from Tempe Marketplace to downtown. In downtown Tempe, residents and visitors can get additional transit options from Valley Metro Rail and Tempe Streetcar. Children living in Apache attend Flora Thew Elementary School, part of the larger Tempe Elementary School District, rated a C on Niche.com All students at Thew receive either an iPad or Chromebook to assist in their learning process, and their technology-based learning strategy has been lauded by the Arizona Department of Education. Students move on to Connolly Middle School and McClintock High School, rated a B and B-plus respectively. Apache also borders the expansive main campus of Arizona State University. ASU is a major part of the Tempe community and is one of the top colleges in the nation, which was culminated by the school being awarded the #1 most innovative school in the nation by US News and World Report.

Set 15 miles east of Phoenix and 3 miles west of Arizona State University, Alameda is an urban community in Tempe, Arizona. “It has kind of a downtown vibe,” says Josiah Miller, a Realtor with Josiah Miller Homes who has lived in the area for 20 years. “It’s its own little city and almost rivals Downtown Phoenix.” Residents aren’t just college-aged students; there’s also a fair number of families and working professionals who live here for its proximity to nightlife and dining on Mill Avenue, event venues on ASU’s campus and Tempe Town Lake, where concerts and annual festivals like Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade are held. “The area is changing a lot, and I think for the better,” says Miller. As new homes and businesses continue to come to Alameda, the neighborhood has become popular with investors looking to own rental properties. “If you buy a home here, it’s an investment opportunity.” The average home price in Alameda is $500,000, compared to $475,000 and $400,000 in Downtown Tempe and West Tempe, respectively. “The neighborhood is completely mixed,” says Miller. “You go down one street, and you see cookie-cutter homes from 2005, and then you’ll see really old homes from 1950 on the next street.” Homes typically range between $400,000 and $800,000; common styles include mid-to-late-century ranch-style with hints of Spanish Revival architecture and townhomes painted in Earth tones from the 2010s. A typical mid-to-late-century ranch-style home with up to four bedrooms can go for anywhere between $400,000 and $600,000, depending on renovations andfeatures like pools or a large lot size. Townhomes from the 2010s start around $500,000 and may be a part of local homeowner’s associations, like those in Dorsey Lane, where locals share amenities like a community pool and grill facilities. Homes here are also popular for investors to rent out to local students at Arizona State University. Local kids can start at Broadmor Elementary before moving on to Conolly Middle, both rated B by Niche; students at the former can get a head-start in STEM-related fields by joining the robotics club, where they are introduced to basic coding. The B-plus rated McClintock High encourages students to pursue their passions in extracurriculars like creative writing club, science club and DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America), where interested students gain practical business experience. Four miles north of Alameda, Tempe Beach Park is popular with locals for its sports facilities, picnic ramadas and multi-use fields. The 25-acre park sits along the bank of the Tempe Town Lake, where residents can rent watercraft and fish for rainbow trout, largemouth bass and tilapia. “There’s always a bunch of big concerts right on the water at Tempe Beach Park,” says Miller. Throughout the year, locals can attend annual festivals like Four Peaks Oktoberfest and concerts like Boots in the Park, a touring festival featuring country musicians. “There’s also a few small community parks,” says Miller. The 8-acre Meyer Park offers baseball/softball diamonds and volleyball/basketball courts, while the 6-acre Ehrhardt Park is popular for its grassy fields and picnic facilities. For groceries, residents head to Fry’s on Mill Avenue; there are lots of dining options here too, like Illegal Pete’s for authentic Mexican staples and happy hour favorites like Pete’s House Marg. Mill Avenue is popular with college students for its many entertainment options, like live music at The Handlebar and billiards games at Mill Cue Club. For locally sourced produce, the Tempe Farmers Market is open every day on Farmers Avenue and, along with being a go-to spot for organic ingredients, doubles as a speakeasy called The Dark Side in the afternoon. Less than a mile north of Alameda, catch theatrical performances, concerts and more at ASU Gammage, a multi-purpose performing arts center where students, touring musicians and other organizations host events throughout the year. On football game days, expect to see neighbors dressed in maroon and gold as they head 2 miles north toward Mountain American Stadium to support the Arizona State University Sun Devils. Locals also enjoy Tempe Town Lake, about 5 miles north and a popular event venue. “There are tons of concerts, events and festivals right there on the water,” says Miller. Locals can watch the annual Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade, held in December; the event features a holiday-themed boat show, fireworks display and food and music from local vendors and artists. The lake also hosts events like Aloha Festival in March, which celebrates South Pacific Culture, and the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival. Alameda is about 15 miles east of Phoenix, a 20- to 40-minute drive, depending on traffic. Highway 101 runs north through Alameda’s eastern half toward Loop 202, which circles much of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area’s southeastern hubs, like Scottsdale and Mesa, 9 and 5 miles away, respectively. Locals can ride Valley Metro buses for a simple commute around town or toward Phoenix. Miller recommends Valley Metro’s rail system for transit. “The public transportation is pretty good in this area,” says Miller. “You can get around with the light rail; they keep expanding it so you can go all the way to the airport now and deeper into Phoenix.” Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital is located just above Alameda’s northwest corner and within a few miles of most residential streets. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 6 miles west.

This master planned community in Tempe simply stands out with the lake that winds through the heart of the development. Built in the 1970s, The Lakes is said to be the first man-made lake community in Arizona. When they set out on the project, the developers sought input from the people who designed the waterways in Disneyland. Today, many residents enjoy the amenities that typically come with these types of residential communities, as well some other unique events and activities. Homeowners who live along the water have docks from which they can launch kayaks or electric motor pontoons. During Mardis Gras time, costumed and masked residents flock to the beach and tennis club where many at some point will partake in a conga line amid French Quarter decor and tables decked out in green, purple and gold. “It’s almost like a little small town. Everyone knows everybody,” says Christine Baldanza, the Lakes’ community manager. Another appeal of the Lakes is its overall scenery. “It’s very green, there a lot of trees and vegetation, which isn’t very common in Arizona because we’re in a desert,” Baldanza says. “It very pretty because it has this lake meandering through the community. It’s also very friendly. People look out for each other. It’s like a little oasis in the desert.” The Lakes is comprised of about 1,500 homes, which include condominiums and townhouses. The single-family homes are neatly grouped close to each other and can feature the Spanish Revival or Mediterranean influenced styles commonly seen across metro Phoenix. There are also many ranch-style and decades old contemporary — or Midcentury — style houses, some of which are blended with the Spanish influences. In addition to the vegetation and the occasional groups of towering palms, many lots also feature lawns, a feature not every resident can easily come by in the Phoenix area. Price points here can start in the upper $200,000s for some two-bedroom condos and climb to between the lower and upper $500,000s for the ranch-style houses. Three-bedroom townhouses can run between $350,000 and $400,000. Then, price points can pass the $1 million mark for the two-story and more elegant properties along the lake. In addition to being able take kayaks or electric motor boats onto the water, homeowners along the lake can also fish the waters. The community stocks the lake with bass and trout during the fall. There are also some designated common areas where those who don’t live along the lake can fish. Otherwise, residents can go to the 125-acre Kiwanis Park on the western end, which features a 12-acre lake. The other community amenities include a recreation center that’s open seven days a week, a junior Olympic size pool and courts for pickleball, tennis, basketball and volleyball. Every month, residents can enjoy organized events like live music, wine and cheese tastings and Easter egg huts for the children. For two months during the summer, the community has a youth swim team that competes against other youth teams from other communities. Dining and shopping can be found in various sections throughout the community. The Porch on East Baseline Road serves diverse pub fare that patrons can enjoy at some picnic-style tables. Patrons can also catch the game at the bar or play games like Jenga on the patio. For pizzas, several options include Jet’s Pizza inside the Pueblo Anozira Center just south of East Guadalupe Road. While there, patrons can also stop by the Trader’s Joe just across South McClintock Drive. The diversity of dining options continues with the family-owned Pier 54, a cozy outdoor restaurant right along the water where choices include charcuterie boards, seafood and tacos. Another grocery shopping option exists with Fry’s just north of East Baseline Road. Public schools that serve the community include Rover Elementary School, Fees College Preparatory Middle School and Marcos de Niza High School, all of which received grades of C or higher from ratings site Niche. Marcos de Niza High School’s mission places an emphasis on inspiring students to go to college and achieve career success. Programs there include an award-winning Student Council, the Marcos Fine Arts Academy and the Marcos Business Academy, the latter of which is in partnership with Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business. Being in Tempe, Lakes are close to the renowned Tempe Festival of the Arts that takes place downtown in both early December and early to mid-March each year. There’s the Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade at the Tempe Town Lake in December. Several Valley Metro bus stops can be found across the community. U.S. Highway 60, which runs along The Lakes’ northern bounds, connects to Interstate 10. The interstate passes by the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, located about 8 miles northwest of the community. Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital is located about 4 miles north of The Lakes.

Downtown Tempe has seen explosive growth since the 19th century, now ranking as the ninth-largest city in Arizona by population. University Drive and Mill Avenue intersect to form a crossroads at the community’s center, around Arizona State University’s Tempe campus takes shape. “ASU is the biggest draw for Downtown Tempe,” says Associate Broker Theresa Jones of Weirick Jones Group. “There are lots of rental properties available to students.” Downtown Tempe is known for its student population, but this is one of many demographics. “Downtown Tempe has all ages,” says former resident and Broker Joshua Carlson of Gentry Real Estate. “You still have retirees, and some people that have lived here since the 60s because they love that young vibe.” Major employers like Honeywell and Carvana offer potential career paths. Commuters can take Downtown Tempe’s public transportation to and from work, stopping at a locally owned restaurant or one of the city’s half a dozen parks to end the work week. Community events like the Tempe Festival of the Arts bring people together. Locals in Downtown Tempe can get outdoors to enjoy the waterfront and landlocked parks alike. Tempe Town Lake, an artificial reservoir, offers flood protection and makes for a great weekend afternoon with its walking paths and boating areas. Folks can rent canoes for a day trip down the semi-still waters or ride scooters along the edge of Tempe Beach Park. The park has one of the best views for cyclists, who can bike along the expansive bridge from one shore to the other. “A” Mountain, named for the giant “A” embedded into the mountainside, is a popular hiking area. The topmost point provides a panoramic view of ASU’s campus. Although it sounds like the kind of destination that requires a short drive, the mountain is actually on the north side of town and immediately south of the river. Those wanting something to do indoors certainly aren’t left out. Two significant institutions serve as landmarks showcasing Tempe’s artistic influence and culture. The first is the Tempe Center for the Arts, which has featured works from 2,500 local and national artists over the years and continues to offer free admission to its impressive gallery. Aspiring professionals can showcase their talent in various ways through the center, by displaying their work as one of 250 artists rotating annually or by giving talks and workshops. The second is the ASU Art Museum, another weekend favorite. Many of its seasonal exhibitions focus on cultural appreciation. Their featured collection of Latinx works contains contemporary art from the 1980s to the 2000s and historic Latin American prints. Mill Avenue is a hub of entertainment and development. Hayden Station was recently renovated into The Arbor, an experimental office space emphasizing wellness. The local Valley Art Theater is a staple of Downtown Tempe entertainment with an attached restaurant, Mr. Mesquite Taqueria. The Low Key Piano Bar offers an equally chill evening. As the name suggests, live music is its forte, with pianists taking requests and “battling” one another. Folks can start their day at Snooze, a breakfast spot serving classics like pancakes and eggs benedict. Locals choose from a wide range of craft beers at Four Peaks Brewing Company for something more potent than coffee. Weekly groceries are available at the Whole Foods Market, centrally located on University Drive. Downtown Tempe’s sun-baked, grid-like residential streets wrap around and exclude the University campus’s buildings. Streets wide enough for parking on the side host single-family homes and apartment complexes. Prospective buyers will find ranch-style homes with small front yards and single-car driveways. These fetch between $330,000 and $650,000. Condo units are also viable for buyers who want to live the mid-rise lifestyle. Smaller, two-story buildings with Pueblo and Spanish eclectic elements go for between $220,000 and $450,000, while luxury, two-bed, high-rise units with river views can reach a lofty $1 million or more. Off-campus housing rentals are ideal for ASU students, varying in price and style like their condominium counterparts. Commuters deal with the typical downside to city living. “Traffic is brutal, and it’s been brutal forever mostly because ASU is so big and still expanding,” says Carlson. The light rail system makes transportation to and from the area seamless and environmentally sound. In addition to stretching over 25 miles, the rail has nine stops in Tempe, making for easy access at multiple points in the city. “I do think Downtown Tempe is a great place to be if you’re ok with a young crowd,” says Carlson. “You’re two minutes from the airport, it’s a fantastic place to be.” Sky Harbor International Airport is four miles away, and it’s only another four miles to Phoenix. Students can attend the Cecil Shamley School for Kindergarten through eighth grade. Niche gives the school a C-minus overall. Tempe High rounds out the list with a C-plus and various extracurriculars like a wrestling club and a mock trial club. ASU’s local campus offers higher education less than a mile away. Crime in Downtown Tempe is higher than the national average. According to the CAP Index’s predictive score algorithm, Downtown Tempe reaches an eight on a 10-point scale. This is compared to the national average of a four out of 10.

Nestled along two of metro Phoenix’s favorite outdoor attractions, Papago Park and Tempe Town Lake, the North Tempe neighborhood balances the draw of the outdoors with the convenience of everyday living just north of the Arizona State University Tempe campus. The area also is one of the fastest changing in the metro area, attracting new businesses and modern developments that are revitalizing the neighborhood that sits only 11 miles from Downtown Phoenix.<br><br>As a neighborhood that has constantly evolved through the years, North Tempe is a patchwork of tract homes built in the 1950s and 1960s, cozy townhouses with HOAs constructed in the1980s, higher-density complexes that came about in the1990s, and luxury condos first appearing in the 2000s. Needless to say, North Tempe offers a wider range of lifestyles and affordability than many other neighborhoods. You can find anything from vintage, single-story fixer-uppers to modern, turn-key condos. When it comes to the North Tempe neighborhood, there is never a need to settle as there is truly something here to fit each individual and match their own unique style and taste. <br><br>On the northern end, typical single-family homes usually run under 1,800 Sq. Ft. with lots around 6,500 Sq. Ft.—and often with slim side yards—but backyard swimming pools are still common. On the southern tip of the neighborhood, just south of the 202 Freeway, luxury residences in complexes along Tempe Town Lake are among the most desirable in Phoenix, with access to water recreation and some of the best south-facing views in the city.<br><br>Within a few minutes of home in North Tempe, you can explore the serenity of Papago Park, Phoenix Zoo, the Desert Botanical Garden, as well as several recreational activities on Tempe Town Lake. <br><br>Just 15 minutes to the north, you can find luxury shops and galleries in Scottsdale Fashion Square and Old Town Scottsdale. To the south, you can hop just over the lake to enjoy the college-town vibe of Mill Avenue bars and restaurants. Further to the south, you’re only 15 minutes away from the massive Arizona Mills outlet mall with its popular Legoland Discovery Center and Sea Life Arizona Aquarium and about 20 minutes from Arizona’s only IKEA.<br><br>Throughout the year, you can attend an ongoing calendar at the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Garden, or any number of Arizona State University’s countless cultural and sporting events. Other top Tempe calendar-markers include the Aloha Festival in October and the Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade in December.<br><br>During the Cactus League’s Spring Training, which comes to the valley every February through March, Major League Baseball fans in particular will love being only a 10 to 20-minute drive from games with the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Angels, San Francisco Giants, Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies.<br><br>To some, North Tempe also is known as the Papago neighborhood due to its location by sprawling Papago Park. Here, you can find hiking trails and striking vistas of buttes that frame famous Camelback Mountain off in the distance. It’s not uncommon to find people doing yoga or meditating in the park, although the iconic “Hole in the Rock” is often more crowded than not, with its picture-perfect view. <br><br>Within Papago Park are also two of Phoenix’s most beloved attractions: the Phoenix Zoo with its renowned giraffe exhibit and lake oases, and the Desert Botanical Garden with its giant cacti and otherworldly Sonoran plants. Other popular park spots include Indian Bend Park and the scenic North Bank Trail along Tempe Town Lake.<br><br>As part of the Tempe Elementary School District and the Tempe Union High School District, Laird Elementary School, teaching pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, and McClintock High School serve most students in the neighborhood. While a western portion of the neighborhood is assigned to Tempe High School, a small zone north of McKellips Road falls in the Coronado Learning Community area of the Scottsdale Unified School District. <br><br>As for higher education, Arizona State University draws more than 50,000 students to Downtown Tempe just across Tempe Town Lake for more than 300 degree and certificate programs. U.S. News & World Report has ranked ASU as the country’s “most innovative school” for several years in a row, ahead of MIT and Stanford.<br><br>One of the biggest draws to the North Tempe neighborhood is its location, with popular attractions, proximity to ASU and the airport, and everyday conveniences all in one spot. <br><br>Feel free to run errands along the Scottsdale Road corridor that leads directly to Tempe Town Lake, where you can enjoy scenic morning jogs or kayaking. Just a few minutes east with a quick hop over the 202 Freeway, you can make Target runs, shop the outdoor mall, and find plenty of delectable eateries at local go-to Tempe Marketplace.<br><br>Arizona State University, State Farm, Wells Fargo, and ABM Industries are Tempe’s largest employers, with numerous tech startups also flocking to the greater Tempe area.<br><br>With convenient access to the 202 Freeway, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is only 10 minutes away and Downtown Phoenix only 20 minutes. For those interested in mass public transit, Valley Metro Rail has two stops in the neighborhood west of Papago Park as part of Phoenix’s growing light-rail service that connects Mesa, Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, and North Central Phoenix. Cyclists can also navigate the Tempe Bikeway, which is a growing network of bike lanes and multi-use paths connecting most areas of the city.

Located near Arizona State University and downtown Tempe, South Tempe offers an array of outdoor amenities and housing options. “The area has really grown,” says Rob Becker, a native Arizona resident and owner of Top Rock Realty who has sold homes in the valley for 29 years. Over the last decade especially, Tempe as a standalone city has become a driving force behind the massive growth in the Phoenix metropolitan area, much of it due to job opportunities and new real estate development. “Tempe is pretty central for going to Phoenix or Mesa, and you’re close to all the nightlife and ASU,” Becker says. “It has everything going for it.” South Tempe is home to several subdivisions, providing prospective buyers with plenty of housing options to choose from. Spanish Revival homes with tiled roofing and spacious ranch houses are abundant throughout the area, with prices typically between $550,000 and $800,000. However, in communities like Raintree or Buena Vista Ranchos, prospective residents can find custom-built estates for $1.1 million to $2.4 million. Many of the amenities in Tempe are close by, including Mill Avenue, which is home to much of Tempe’s nightlife. There’s an abundance of chain retailers, shops and dining options along main thoroughfares like Elliot, Guadalupe and Baseline roads. Arizona Mills has plenty of retail options, as well as the Sea Life Arizona Aquarium. Arizona State University is pretty close and hosts events, including Sun Devils football games and concerts at Grady Gammage Auditorium. Top Tempe calendar markers include the Aloha Festival in October and the Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade in December. Additionally, Tempe residents can see some of their favorite Major League Baseball teams during spring training for the Cactus League every year from February to March, with games held throughout the valley. Within South Tempe are a number of neighborhood parks nestled within residential communities, several of which are connected to the canal system and miles of off-street paths for cyclists and pedestrians. Residents can enjoy the massive Tempe Sports Complex which has several ball fields, soccer fields, and a line of pickleball courts, not to mention an off-leash dog park. Kiwanis Park is also nearby, boasting four softball fields used for Tempe’s youth sports program. Children in the area might start at Kyrene Del Norte Elementary School, a dual language school with an A-minus grade on Niche. Kyrene Middle School also has an A-minus grade, offering an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program. Next up is Marcos de Niza High School, part of the Tempe Union High School District. The school has a B grade on Niche and offers a wealth of programs, including the Marcos Business Academy, which offers marketing courses and an opportunity to earn certifications and college scholarships, among other incentives. With convenient access to the 101 Freeway, residents can get to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in only 15 minutes and Downtown Phoenix in only 20 to 25 minutes. There are plenty of public bus routes available, including those that connect to the light rail stations. Cyclists can also navigate the Tempe Bikeway, a growing network of bike lanes and multi-use paths connecting most areas of the city.