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Artsy enclave near downtown Tempe
One of Tempe’s oldest neighborhoods, Mitchell Park East earns its nickname—the Wilson Art and Garden District—with its tree-lined streets, established gardens and public art. Roundabouts are dotted with sculptures, intersections may be covered with paintings, and irrigation pipes feature mosaic designs. Arizona State University, downtown Tempe's Mill Avenue District and the popular Tempe Town Lake are within about a mile, attracting both college students and folks seeking a walkable urban lifestyle. The Valley Metro light rail stops in downtown Tempe, and Downtown Phoenix is about 11 miles away.
Find your own slice of heaven in Mitchell Park East.
Residents of Mitchell Park East embrace the arts.
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Local ingredients at Perfect Pear Bistro
University Drive is lined with the neighborhood's restaurants. At Perfect Pear Bistro, local ingredients are highlighted in a variety of salads and sandwiches. Thai Basil has offered classic Thai dishes here for over 20 years. Nearby, Casey Moore’s Oyster House is a popular spot for dinner and nightlife, known for its large patio, seafood menu and haunted dining room. University Drive also has specialty stores, like Ash Avenue Comics & Books and Buffalo Exchange, a used clothing store.
The Mill Avenue District is a few blocks away, offering a range of clothing retailers, bars and restaurants. “Culinary Dropout has a great scene,” says Katie Walsh, a Realtor with Keller Williams East Valley who’s sold homes here for 19 years. “You can play cornhole or sit down for a nice dinner. The food’s really good, and they have events and live bands.” Whole Foods Market and Tempe Farmers Market are also nearby, and Trader Joe’s is just over a mile away.
Enjoy some Ethiopian cuisine at Cafe Lalibela near Mitchell Park East.
Whole Foods Market is the closest grocery store to Mitchell Park East.
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Live theater at Childsplay, the Gammage and Tempe Center for the Arts
Mitchell Park East is near several venues where residents can take in some of Tempe’s popular cultural events. Childsplay, a kid-friendly theater company, is based out of Mitchell Park and hosts regular plays and acting classes for kids. “The Gammage is a huge draw,” says Laura Moore, an associate broker with Coldwell Banker Realty who’s sold homes here for nine years. “It’s a really great theater, and they have ballets and Broadway musicals. I’ve been going there since I was a little girl.” The Tempe Center for the Arts hosts performances from the Arizona Theater Company and the Tempe Symphony Orchestra. There are also regular festivals along Mill Avenue, like the annual Tempe Festival of the Arts, which brings over 350 artists downtown to sell their work.
Tempe Festival of the Arts
Catch a local show at Childsplay Theater in Mitchell Park East.
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Colorful gardens and ranch-style homes
The ranch-style houses here were built in the 1940s and ‘50s, typically with one-car paved driveways leading to a carport. Layouts range from 500 to 1,800 square feet, and flood irrigation allows for green lawns with fruit-laden orange trees. Prices typically range from around $400,000 to $650,000, and though homes here don’t come on the market very often, they sell quickly when they do.
Most local houses were built with clay pipes, so John Zook, a Realtor with West USA Realty who’s sold homes in the area for 20 years, recommends getting a sewer scope during the inspection. “Look into the zoning and what the plans are for properties nearby,” he says. “The bulk of the zoning is relatively dense, so it's very possible someone could buy a single-family house, and eventually, there could be a multifamily next door.” Multifamily homes rarely come on the market, though one property with three units sold for around $800,000 in mid-2024. Many homes are available to rent, and there’s a low-rise apartment complex on Farmer Avenue.
Enjoy your large front yard in Mitchell Park East.
Modest ranch homes in Mitchell Park East have great curb appeal.
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Within walking distance of Tempe Town Lake
The 11-acre Mitchell Park is the neighborhood’s main green space, offering a brightly painted playground where kids can burn off some energy, plus an off-leash dog park and areas for volleyball, soccer and tennis. At the nearby Tempe Town Lake, locals can take a kayak or paddleboard out on the water, or fish for bass and trout. The lake's surrounded by the 25-acre Tempe Beach Park, which has miles of walking paths and a splash pad for kids. The AMC Centerpoint 11 movie theater is also nearby and shows the latest Hollywood films.
Many residents of Tempe take afternoon walks around Mitchell Park.
Tempe Town Lake is a hotspot for rowers in the Tempe and Phoenix area.
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The Buff Stuff Garden Club at Tempe High
Local kids can go to school at Holdeman Elementary, which earns a C-plus from Niche, and then attend the C-rated Geneva Epps Mosley Middle. Tempe High earns a C-plus and offers over 40 student clubs, including the Scrapbooking Club and the Buff Stuff Garden Club, named for the school's mascot, The Buffalo.
Arizona State University is just a few blocks away. Over 50,000 students live on or near campus, and the school is a major area employer. Residents in Mitchell Park East are within walking distance of the school’s art museum, as well as Mountain America Stadium, home of the Syn Devils football team.
Tempe’s Holdeman Elementary School is located within walking distance of many nearby homes.
Tempe High School prides themselves in their athletic teams and extracurricular programs.
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Car-free routes to ASU and downtown Tempe
University Drive’s sidewalks, bike lanes and bus stops offer easy access to Arizona State University and downtown Tempe, about a mile away. On Mill Avenue downtown, residents can hop on the Valley Metro light rail to get to downtown Phoenix, roughly 11 miles away, or they can drive there on Loop 202 or Interstate 10, which are both within 3 miles. HonorHealth Tempe Medical Center is less than a mile away, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a 4-mile trip.
Enjoy the car-free jogging path at Tempe Town Lake, near Mitchell Park East.
The Valley Metro offers transportation options in and around Mitchell Park East.
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The Tempe Police Department’s mounted unit
The overall CAP Crime Index Score is 9 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. Over 350 sworn officers serve in the Tempe Police Department, which has a mounted unit of seven horses that patrol neighborhoods and events. Civilians, including teens, can volunteer to help take care of the horses.
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On average, homes in Mitchell Park East, Tempe sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mitchell Park East, Tempe over the last 12 months is $480,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Exceptional opportunity to acquire a prime urban infill lot just three blocks from Arizona State University. The property is re-zoned for four-units, with building plans currently in final phase for city approval. Ideally situated just steps from the vibrant dining, shopping, and amenities of Mill Avenue and University Drive—including Whole Foods, Oregano's, Pita Jungle, Starbucks, and more.
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