News > Tempe Condos Near the Light Rail

published on 2013-07-07

The arrival of the Metro, the valley’s new public transit system, makes it possible for homeowners who live in a Tempe condo near the light rail to enjoy all the perks of city living. Any one of several stations in Tempe allows for convenient travel, whether you’re commuting to work,  heading to the airport, taking in a concert or game, or dining out.

Currently, the light rail connects downtown Tempe to Sky Harbor International Airport, central and downtown Phoenix, and west Mesa, but extensions are planned for all over the valley.

Tempe’s 3rd Street and Mill Avenue station and 5th Street and College Avenue station form the gateway to Tempe Town Lake, ASU, and the popular Mill Avenue District, renowned for great eateries, bars, and shops.

Hayden Square, one of many Tempe condos near the light rail, are close to Mill Avenue and  within walking distance of ASU and Sun Devil Stadium. These stylish homes are are located less than a block from the 3rd Street and Mill Avenue Station.

If loft living is more your style, the Lofts at Orchidhouse, housed in the Brickyard on Mill, are one of the more distinctive Tempe condos near the light rail. Featuring city and mountain views and high-end interior finishes, these ultra- modern lofts are close to two light rail stations and within walking distance of ASU and Mill Avenue.

The 5th Street and College Avenue station and the Rural Road and University Drive station serve ASU’s Main Campus in Tempe. The ASU Student U-Pass and the ASU Employee Platinum Pass offers unlimited access on the light rail for discounted fares.

One of the many advantages of living in a Tempe condo near the light rail is that you don’t have to deal with freeway congestion or parking when enjoying the many sports or cultural options in downtown Phoenix. Take the light rail west and get off at the 3rd Street and Washington Street station. You’re within minutes of Chase Field, US Airways Center, and Phoenix Symphony Hall.

You can even get a bite to eat after the game. The last Friday and Saturday trains don’t depart until 2 a.m. Monday through Thursday departures end at 11 p.m. Trains run early in the morning starting at 4:15 a.m. on weekdays and 5 a.m. on weekends and holidays.

Hayden Cove condos, located close to the Apache Boulevard and McClintock Drive station, are close to Tempe Marketplace and offer one-car attached garages so you can leave your car at home!

Or consider Questa Vida condos. Within minutes of the Apache Boulevard station, this gated community has two pools, a heated spa and sauna and a racquetball court. Select units offer double master bedrooms.

There are many distinctive Tempe condos located near the light rail. Contact us. We’d love to help you find the one perfect for you.

 

Though not guaranteed, information and statistics in this article have been acquired from sources believed to be reliable.

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