Tempe, home to world famous Arizona State University, is more than a college town.

It is a vibrant, energetic, active community for both students and families alike.

Tempe has everything from sailing, fishing, picnicking, to great shopping and exciting night life. Throughout most of its history, Tempe was a small farming community. Tempe was the site of Hayden’s Ferry which carried people and goods across the Salt River, located on the north end of the city. One of the oldest cities in the Valley, Tempe was incorporated as a town in 1894. Nine years earlier, The Arizona Legislature selected Tempe as the site for the Territorial Normal School; a school to train Arizona teachers. That school ultimately became the Arizona State University we know today.

Tempe was officially named in 1879 after Vale De Tempe in Greece. In 1884 The Maricopa and Phoenix railroad linked Tempe to the nation’s growing transportation system.

Tempe’s rapid growth came after World War II when veterans and others flocked to the city with blue skies and a great climate. By 1974 Tempe had grown into a modern city.

About Tempe Arizona

The Hohokam People were the first to arrive in the area that is known as Mesa, Arizona over 2000 years ago. They built the original canals that moved the water through the valley. A variation of these canals provides the water to valley residents today.

In July 1878, Mesa was registered as a town site. The next year, the first school was built, Mesa was incorporated in 1878 with a population of 300. With the widening of the canals in 1885, there was enough water flow to build a power plant. In 1917 the city of Mesa purchased the power plant from its founders. The revenue from this plant has financed capital expenditures for the city of Mesa until the 1960’s.

In the 1940’s with the growth of Falcon Field, and Williams Field, there was tremendous growth with military personnel relocating to Mesa.

  • Population: 166,000
  • Location: Borders Scottsdale on the North Side, Mesa and Chandler on the East side and Phoenix on the West side
  • Elevation: 1148 feet above sea level
  • Area: 39.93 Square Miles
  • Average Rainfall: 8.7”
  • Arizona State University
  • Kyrene School District
  • Tempe Elementary School District
  • Tempe Union High School District
  • Festival of Light & Boat Parade
  • July 4th Fireworks Show
  • Tempe Festival of the Arts
  • Tempe Music Festival
  • Tempe Oktoberfest
  • Broadway in Arizona @ Gammage Auditorium
  • Mill Avenue
  • Tempe Beach Park
  • Tempe Town Lake

MONTH

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

HIGH

66

70

75

84

94

102

105

104

98

88

75

66

LOW

38

42

47

52

58

68

76

75

68

57

46

40

Search Tempe Homes for Sale

142 matches found

$654,000
923 W VAUGHN Street, Tempe, AZ 85283
View Photos (45)
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1985
Subdivision: TEMPE ROYAL ESTATES 5 LOT 227-309
Description: This modern home, recently remodeled, boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$609,999
123 E CARTER Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282
View Photos (25)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1964
Subdivision: TEMPE GARDENS 3
Description: An incredible opportunity awaits you to become the proud owner of this exqu...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$460,000
5748 S BRITTANY Lane, Tempe, AZ 85283
View Photos (40)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1996
Subdivision: ESTATES AT PEPPERWOOD
Description: Charming 3 bed/2 bath home, in the heart of Tempe! Conveniently located nea...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$529,000
1408 E HALL Street, Tempe, AZ 85281
View Photos (25)
Status: UCB (Under Contract-Backups)
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1951
Subdivision: TOMLINSON ESTATES
Description: VINTAGE CHARM encompasses this '50s BUNGALOW, ideally situated on an oversi...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$559,000
2034 E DIAMOND Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283
View Photos (30)Videos (1)
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1988
Subdivision: CAMELOT VILLAGE 5 AMD LOT 1-68
Description: Opportunity knocks in desirable Camelot Village with this large & inviting ...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$990,000
1307 E WHALERS Way, Tempe, AZ 85283
View Photos (28)
Open House (03/18/2024 - 8:00 am)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 3
Year Built: 1976
Subdivision: LAKES TRACT A
Description: Waterfront home with one of the best views in The Lakes! 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bat...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$568,000
725 E WESLEYAN Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282
View Photos (29)
Open House (03/18/2024 - 8:00 am)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1963
Subdivision: CAVALIER CAMPUS 6 LOTS 42-55, 92-100, 135-147
Description: Welcome to this charming property that offers a cozy fireplace, inviting yo...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$673,000
3056 S FAIRWAY Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282
View Photos (22)
Open House (03/18/2024 - 8:00 am)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1965
Subdivision: SHALIMAR ESTATES
Description: Check out this stunner! This home has Fresh Interior Paint, Partial floorin...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$585,000
2430 E HERMOSA Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282
View Photos (12)
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1971
Subdivision: KNOELL TEMPE UNIT 2
Description: Amazing short-term rental and Airbnb property! Fantastic opportunity to own...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX
$559,000
1716 S ROOSEVELT Street, Tempe, AZ 85281
View Photos (37)Virtual Tours (1)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1987
Subdivision: BOWEN PLACE
Description: Home sweet home one mile from ASU!! This 3-bed, 2-bath residence nestled on...
Last Updated: March - 18 - 2024
IDX

1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 15
Copyright 2024 Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. Information Not Guaranteed and Must Be Confirmed by End User. Site contains live data.