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In the constantly changing downtown Tempe Town Lake development scene, what was previously coined Pier 202, has now been changed to "South bank" at Tempe Town Lake. The developer's web site has not yet been finalized, but you can see a simple rendering of the development here:
www.southbanktempe.com/
This development is located on the south shore of Tempe Town Lake just East of the Rural Road bridge. Just another exciting development planned for the downtown Tempe and Tempe Town Lake area!
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www.townlakecondos.com/
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The East Valley Tribune reported on Thursday that the Marriott Hotel will anchor the new "M7" Tempe development located at the South East corner of 7th Street & Mill Avenue in downtown Tempe. The big news is, when complete, the conference center will become the largest in Tempe! The 52,000 square foot conference center, which would have the ability to manage very large groups, will complement the 1.2 million square foot development which will include the Marriott Hotel and two condominium towers that will be built at a later date. Stay tuned for more information on the forthcoming M7 Condominium development!
Would you like to live or work in Downtown Tempe? Call an Urban Real Estate Broker who actually lives & works in Downtown Tempe!
Feel free to contact us at our live/work loft in downtown Tempe.
Urban Realty would love an opportunity to share with you what we know about urban living and help you find your own "life in the heart of the city!"
Tom Tokoph
Urban Living Broker
602-549-9000
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March 12, 2008
Leeann Skoda
The Arizona Republic
Tempe has been named the "Best Walking City" in Arizona, and among the top 100 in the nation.
Health publication Prevention Magazine and the American Podiatric Medical Association surveyed major cities across the U.S. to find the "Best Walking Cities." Tempe was ranked 66 among the Top 100 Walking Cities in the country; Yuma and Glendale also earned a spot on that list.
Cities were judged based on criteria that included crime rates, pollution, number of parks and the number of people who walk to work and for exercise.
Among the cities surveyed, Tempe boasted the most people who walk to work, the most mass transit users and the most parks per square mile.
Tempe scores above the national average for use of alternative transportation: walking, bicycling, and transit use, City of Tempe Community Outreach and Marketing Coordinator Tanya Chavez said.
"I think it's a start to becoming a great city," she said of the ranking. "Who doesn't want a city that's environmentally friendly?"
The growth of Tempe's efforts to promote walking is partly due to a dedicated sales tax that went into effect in 1996, Chavez said, that enabled the launch of the Tempe in Motion transportation plan that includes bicycle and pedestrian paths, bus services and the light rail system.
Tempe's senior planner in Transportation Eric Iwersen has worked toward making Tempe more pedestrian friendly for the past 10 years.
He said the work Tempe has done has certainly encouraged residents to walk more. One example of this is the annual city-sponsored Walk to School Day. In October 2007, 8,000 elementary school students and parents participated in the event to promote walking as an environmentally conscious alternative, according to the city's Web site.
Also, Arizona State University's proximity to downtown Tempe creates a high-density area, which is conducive to alternative transportation use, he said.
Prevention Magazine reported that Tempe earned a "walkability" score of 95 out of 100 on the Web site WalkScore.com for its downtown entertainment, shopping and dining.
Iwersen said that the recognition for Tempe is great, but that there is still a lot of work to be done.
"I think we have a long way to go," he said.
Tempe currently has more than 165 miles of bicycle and scenic pathways, and plans for encouraging more pedestrian traffic are underway. Paved walking facilities will be built along the canals and near Rio Salado Parkway and will include lighting, trees and artwork to draw walkers, Iwersen said.
Construction will begin on the Western Canal Multi-use Path in the next two to three months and should be completed by winter 2009, he said.
The ultimate goal for the city, he said, is to make alternative transportation easily accessible. It should be as attractive to walk, bike or bus as it is to drive a car, he said.
"We are trying to make Tempe as modally balanced as possible," he said.
For more information on Tempe bicycle and pedestrian paths, visit the Tempe in Motion Web site at www.tempe.gov/tim. To see how other Arizona cities ranked, check Prevention Magazine's site at www.prevention.com/bestcities.
Tom Tokoph
Urban Living Broker
602-549-9000
About our company: Urban Realty & Development, provides full service real estate sales, consulting and developer services to those who, like us, are looking for their very own home in the modern world. Whether that "home" is a minimalist sanctuary in the penthouse suite, an industrial style office space with exposed ductwork and concrete floors, or a hip new retail shop on "Main Street", Urban Realty & Development is ready to show you that “Life is in the Heart of the City!” We specialize in Downtown Tempe Lofts, Townhomes, & Condo market. We also live & work in the heart of downtown Tempe, so we have a passion for the area. We look forward to sharing our passion with you!
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Downtown Tempe residents get ready for great pizza & great wine! "La Bocca Urban Pizzeria & Wine Bar", located in the Brickyard on Mill at 7th Street & Mill Avenue, is set to open it's doors on March 10th, 2008. The pizzeria is slightly delayed, but it will be well worth the wait! Serving fresh Bruschetta, pizzas, sandwiches, and of course wine, La Bocca will offer an upscale, lounge style experience that invites it's guests to "stay a while"! Sofas and lounge chairs will grace the interior as well as the patio that sits on Mill Avenue.
If you have any interest in being a part of this up and coming city, and relish the idea of exchanging the hassle of traffic with a short elevator ride down to little bistros like "La Bocca", call Tom Tokoph with Urban Realty & Development. We would be more than happy to tell you all about the fantastic growth of downtown Tempe and help you find your own space in the heart of the city!
Tom Tokoph
602-549-9000
Urban Realty Tempe Lofts & Condos
For More on La Bocca go their web site here: http://www.laboccapizzeria.com/
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Constellation is very excited to announce that Phoenix Sun’s All-Star power forward Amare Stoudemire will officially be calling Lumina Tempe home upon completion in early 2010.
After months of searching for the perfect urban residence in the Phoenix Valley, Mr. Stoudemire felt that Lumina Tempe distinguished itself from the competition by focusing on servicing residents’ daily needs versus providing just a ‘place to live’ with the standard residential amenities.
“Since I'm always on the road, I was looking for a place that was more than an apartment but also offered things like, home-cooked meals, laundry service," says Stoudemire. "Lumina Tempe has those things and even more, like in-room massage, a VIP access lounge, etc. I'm excited to move into my new home. I've seen a lot of different places, but this is definitely one of the best real estate properties that I have checked out.”
The serviced lifestyle element coupled with the growing understanding of the Lumina brand, has created a very attractive real estate investment opportunity for professional athletes and influential business owners on a local and national level. The personal service and incomparable offerings are undeniably appealing and have been the driving force in Lumina’s sales success.
Amare took time out of his busy schedule to shoot a video explaining why he felt Lumina Tempe was the ”perfect” choice for him. Please click the link below to see what Amare had to say about why he chose Lumina as his future residence.
Click Here: Lumina Tempe - Amare
If you want more information on joining Amare at Lumina Tempe, please feel free to call or email.
Tom Tokoph
Urban Living Broker
602-549-9000
About our company: Urban Realty & Development specializes in the Downtown Tempe Lofts, Townhomes, & Condos market. We live & work in the heart of downtown Tempe so we have a passion for the area. We look forward to sharing that passion with you! "Life is in the heart of the city!"
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Urban Realty & Development, provides full service real estate sales, consulting and brokerage services to those who, like us, are looking for their very own home in the modern world. Whether that "home" is a minimalist sanctuary in the penthouse suite, an industrial style office space with exposed ductwork and concrete floors, or a hip new retail shop on "Main Street", Urban Realty & Development is ready to show you that life is in the heart of the city.
Call us at our live/work loft in downtown Tempe. Urban Realty would love an opportunity to share with you what we know about urban living and help you find your own fresh start.
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Avenue Communities celebrated the "Topping-Off" of their second tower on February 6, 2008. It was a "first look" for myself and many others of the outstanding views from the new 30 story building. Chef Michael prepared lite fare while developer Ken Losch gave a toast to commemorate the event. The Centerpoint development includes a 1st floor retail level which will be known as "Aroma". Aroma will be the ultimate urban kitchen and will include fresh meats, artisan breads, wine bar, coffee bar, a gellatoria and more. Along side Aroma will be Chef Michael's urban bistro called Trattoria M. With large open window walls spilling into the plaza which will include a jumbo-tron, owner Ken Losch said that it wouldn't be unusual to see movies, special events, or even presidential debates broadcast from the large screen in the plaza. The first residents will be moving into the premier development starting in May '08. For all other Tempe dwellers, Aroma will open it's doors sometime the beginning of September '08!
Click the link below for photos from the event:
Centerpoint Condominiums
The Centerpoint Condominiums development is just one of the many reasons to make downtown Tempe the place you Live/Work or Play! Would you like more information on this amazing area? Call an Urban Real Estate Broker who actually lives & works in Downtown Tempe!
Contact us at our live/work loft in downtown Tempe. Urban Realty would love an opportunity to share with you what we know about urban living and help you find your own life in the heart of the city!
We specialize in downtown existing and just developing Tempe Lofts, Tempe condos, & Tempe Brownstones. Exciting properties like the Orchidhouse Lofts, Edgewater at Hayden Ferry Lakeside, Bridgeview at Hayden Ferry Lakeside, Centerpoint Condominiums, Lumina Tempe, The Vale, 525 Town Lake, Brownstones at Tempe, Millstone, Mosaic ... and the list goes on!
Tom Tokoph
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Urban Realty & Development
602-549-9000
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An amazing event was held last night (Jan. 29, 2008) at Bridgeview at Hayden Ferry Lakeside! It was a "first look" for the new Bridgeview building, which is truly destined to become one of the premier locations in downtown Tempe. As you can see from the pictures, the property includes some amazing amenities including a theater room, state of the art gym, sauna and steam room, billards room, and a lounge with gourmet kitchen. Add all this to an amazing location on the Tempe Town Lake and this is a seriously stunning building...
Bridgeview at Hayden Ferry Lakeside
Bridgeview at Tempe Town Lake is just one of the many reasons to make downtown Tempe the place you Live/Work or Play! Would you like more information on this amazing area? Call an Urban Real Estate Broker who actually lives & works in Downtown Tempe!
Contact us at our live/work loft in downtown Tempe. Urban Realty would love an opportunity to share with you what we know about urban living and help you find your own life in the heart of the city!
We specialize in downtown existing and just developing Tempe Lofts, Tempe condos, & Tempe Brownstones. Exciting properties like the Orchidhouse Lofts, Edgewater at Hayden Ferry Lakeside, Bridgeview at Hayden Ferry Lakeside, Centerpoint Condominiums, Lumina Tempe, The Vale, 525 Town Lake, Brownstones at Tempe, Millstone, Mosaic ... and the list goes on!
Tom Tokoph
Urban Living Broker
Urban Realty & Development
602-549-9000
http://www.UrbanRealtyAZ.com
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www.HipGetaway.com
Gorgeous & modern Las Palomas condos on Sandy Beach, Puerto Penasco, Mexico. This Las Palomas Luxury Condo Rental is a One Bedroom, One Bathroom located in the Cristal building with spectacular views of the "Old Port" and the Sea of Cortez. This vacation rental is sleek and contemporary, with luxury designer furnishings and all the comforts of home. Flatscreen TV's, DVD/Stereo (ipod connection available- just bring an RCA to mini-plug adapter!). Fully equiped kitchen with stocked linens. Sleeps Two Adults. Enjoy a stroll on the beach, a ride on the lazy river or take a seat at the swim-up pool bar and enjoy a drink. Perfect Romantic Getaway and Las Palomas Rocky Point vacation rental only one hour from the Arizona/Mexico border. (Owner/Agent)
$120 PER NIGHT. Thur., Fri. & Sat. night marginally more (see website).
Rate does not include a one time cleaning fee due ($40),
and a Refundable Security Deposit ($150).
Blackout/Holiday dates may apply. SLEEPS MAX. 2 ADULTS : ALWAYS A NON-SMOKING UNIT!
Credit card payment available through Paypal, Cash, Checks also accepted (Checks must clear).
For more information on other Las Palomas condos, pictures and a video tour visit
Las Palomas condos for rent
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The development at the corner of Mill Avenue & Rio Salado Parkway was unanimously approved by the Tempe City Council on Thursday, January 10th. 2008!
Here is a new rendering of the development planned for 100 Mill Avenue - also known as the Monti's La Casa Vieja site.
The new 100 Mill Avenue development will include office, retail, residential and is just one of the many reasons to make downtown Tempe the place you Live/Work and Play! Would you like more information on this amazing area? Call an Urban Real Estate Broker who actually lives & works in Downtown Tempe!
Contact us at our live/work loft in downtown Tempe. Urban Realty would love an opportunity to share with you what we know about urban living and help you find your own life in the heart of the city!
We specialize in downtown existing and just developing Tempe Lofts, Tempe condos, & Tempe Brownstones. Exciting properties like the Orchidhouse Lofts, Edgewater at Hayden Ferry Lakeside, Bridgeview at Hayden Ferry Lakeside, Centerpoint Condominiums, Lumina Tempe, The Vale, 525 Town Lake, Brownstones at Tempe, Millstone, Mosaic ... and the list goes on!
Tom Tokoph
Urban Living Broker
Urban Realty & Development
602-549-9000
http://www.UrbanRealtyAZ.com
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