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Colorful Tempe neighborhood on the cusp of downtown
Nestled against the Salt River in Tempe’s northeast corner, Apache is a small neighborhood with larger-than-life character. It’s anchored 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 says public art projects and assets like the Tempe Center for the Arts add a “touch of vibrancy to the city," for residents to discover. “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 says.
Tempe Town Lake and Escalante Park offer more than recreation
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 the 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 that supports 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.
Apache neighborhood families hang out lakeside at Tempe Town Lake.
Tempe Town Lake is the premiere destination for cyclists that enjoy lake views near Apache.
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Shop and dine at Tempe Marketplace
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.
Tempe Marketplace has endless restaurants in the Apache neighborhood.
Tempe Marketplace offers live music that Apache locals enjoy.
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Ranches and multi-family complexes
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.
Many homeowners choose artificial turf in Apache.
Many of the Condo complexes in Apache offer amenities such as pools and BBQ grills.
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Quick commutes downtown
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.
Plenty of public transportation is available throughout the Apache neighborhood.
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Highly rated public schools and Arizona State University are nearby
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.
The pupils from Tempe are enrolled at Thew Elementary School.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Apache
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Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
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Apache Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Apache, Tempe sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Apache, Tempe over the last 12 months is $349,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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