Tempe Homes with Desert Back Lot Features

Tempe Homes with Desert Back Lot Features

Welcome to Tempe, Arizona—a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Maricopa County, where the sun shines bright and the desert landscape creates a stunning backdrop for everyday living. Known for its lively atmosphere, Tempe is home to Arizona State University, a bustling downtown filled with eclectic shops and restaurants, and a variety of outdoor activities that embrace the natural beauty of the region.

One of the most enticing features of Tempe’s real estate market is the availability of homes with desert back lot features. Imagine stepping into your backyard to find a serene desert oasis, complete with native flora and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. These properties offer a unique blend of modern living and the tranquility of the desert, providing homeowners with a private retreat that is both beautiful and low-maintenance.

Whether you are looking for a contemporary single-family home or a charming bungalow, Tempe’s desert back lot homes are designed to enhance your lifestyle. Enjoy the breathtaking sunsets that paint the sky in hues of orange and pink, or host gatherings under the stars with friends and family. With easy access to hiking trails, parks, and the picturesque Tempe Town Lake, you’ll find that outdoor adventures are just moments away.

As you explore the options for homes in Tempe, you'll discover a vibrant community that embraces both the excitement of urban living and the serenity of the desert. Welcome home to Tempe, where your dream lifestyle awaits!

Newest Tempe Homes with Desert Back Lot Features

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7073657 MLS ⋅ 1,806 SqFt.

Beautiful home located on premium, low traffic, north-south facing, cul-de-sac lot located in the desirable Pecan Grove Village community. Island kitchen w/ granite counters. Dining in living room, eat-in kitchen & breakfast bar. Split floor plan. RO system, electric roll-up blind, ceiling fans. Double security doors at front entry. Murphy bed in secondary bedroom. Property backs to common area providing beautiful backyard views. Low maintenance landscaping. Recent highly efficient 16 seer ac unit. Refreshing community pool nearby. Easy access to I-10 and Loop 101, shopping, schools, Chandler Mall. Refrigerator/ washer / dryer / electric fireplace, bed can be included in sale. Soft water system as-is.

175 W Palomino Drive, Tempe

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7073613 MLS ⋅ 2,429 SqFt.

This spacious residence offers a functional open layout with generous living areas, natural light, and plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining. The home features well sized bedrooms, a versatile floor plan, and a private backyard perfect for enjoying Arizona living. Residents of The Lakes enjoy resort style amenities, including lakeside walking paths, tennis courts, a fitness center, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and freeway access, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, space, and lifestyle.

1204 E Steamboat Bend Drive, Tempe

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7072727 MLS ⋅ 1,852 SqFt.

Single level 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms home with diving pool in highly desirable Tempe neighborhood. Split floorplan. Kitchen is open to family room an dining room with breakfast bar , has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. master bathroom has walk-in shower. Full size laundry room. Newer interior paint. Pool equipment replaced early 2026. Heating /cooling unit is 1 year old. North-south exposure and corner lot. A must see.

1304 E Dunbar Drive, Tempe

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7071756 MLS ⋅ 1,806 SqFt.

Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom corner lot home with a wood fireplace centrally located in the most desirable enclave of Tempe neighborhoods. This home shines with the pride of ownership. Beautiful wood-look luxury vinyl plank throughout, plantation shutters, owned security system, ceiling fans in every room. The backyard retreat features an inviting spa, gazebo strung with lights, extended patio with pavers, and most importantly mature tall trees & bushes for privacy. Notable upgrades: 2026 - exterior paint, water softener, & garage opener ; 2025 - water heater & walk-in shower; 2021 - all windows replaced; 2018 - roof replaced; 2017 - Trane HVAC. Please see the list of upgrades in the documents section for more.

232 W Los Arboles Drive, Tempe

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7071472 MLS ⋅ 2,444 SqFt.

Beautiful two-story corner home in highly desirable ''Marlborough Park Estates'', ideally located at the Scottsdale-Tempe border. Spacious living areas plus 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Just minutes to ASU, Mill Ave, Tempe Town Lake, Old Town Scottsdale, Fashion Square, dining, shopping. Close by beautiful Papago Mountain hiking trails, and the Crosscut Canal biking & walking paths. Enter into vaulted ceilings, open & bright living space, beautiful chandeliers, & slate tile floors. The kitchen & breakfast room has a cozy fireplace for reading chairs, comfy couch, or more! The kitchen overlooks the pool with a greenhouse window, lots of counter space, and glass-front upper cabinets. Convenient laundry, guest bedroom & guest bathroom on the main home level. Central stairs lead to a

457 E Bluebell Lane, Tempe

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7071074 MLS ⋅ 2,052 SqFt.

Charming 4 bed 2 bath cul-de-sac gem on oversized lot in Tempe! Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac just north of Baseline off McClintock, this super cute 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is move-in ready and full of thoughtful updates. The kitchen features granite counters, grey cabinets, black appliances - all opening seamlessly to the family room for easy everyday living. French doors with blinds in between the glass open for easy access outside. Tile & wood flooring flows throughout the home with no carpet to worry about. Updated bathrooms feature granite sink tops & tiled shower & tub surrounds. The primary suite has access to the back yard with an upgraded door with blinds in between the glass for easy maintenance. There are 2 closets as well for plenty of storage. Secondary bedrooms are good sized and the hall bath features a double sink vanity and solar tube sky light, granite tops & tile surround. The inside laundry adds everyday convenience, as well as the 2 car attached garage. The backyard is large, private & relaxing with mature trees including a naval orange & pomegranate and a huge covered patio with plenty of shade! With this lot size a pool can easily be added. Plus there is an outdoor storage room off the patio and a separate storage shed for all your extras. Fresh interior and exterior paint gives the whole home a crisp, updated feel from the moment you arrive. And the location? Cannot be beat. Grocery shopping is less than half a mile away, plus quick, easy access to the 60 Freeway makes commuting a breeze! Not too far from ASU for students & employees alike....but just south of the 60 so far enough away for a quieter setting.

4806 S Kachina Drive, Tempe

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7071046 MLS ⋅ 1,495 SqFt.

Enjoy the freedom of no HOA in this well located Tempe home offering a comfortable layout, thoughtful updates, and convenient access to everything the area has to offer. The backyard features a private shed, offering convenient additional storage for tools, equipment, and outdoor essentials. Conveniently located near Old Town Scottsdale, Tempe Marketplace, ASU, Papago Park, shopping, dining, and major freeways.

1223 E Valerie Drive, Tempe

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7070883 MLS ⋅ 2,797 SqFt.

Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated, this beautiful 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom semi-custom Tempe home sits on over a third of an acre in the desirable Duskfire community, offering an unbeatable location with easy access to three freeways, Sky Harbor Airport, and the entire Valley. 5-minute walk to Kyrene Elementary and Mary & Moses Green Park. This no-HOA community reflects true pride of ownership throughout. Owned and lovingly renovated twice by only its second owners, the home features a fully updated kitchen with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf induction cooktop, 42' cabinetry, soft-close drawers, pull-out shelving, granite countertops, a large island, updated hood and backsplash, and a bright dining area. The split floor plan is enhanced by plantation shutters and honeycomb shades designer paint, LVT flooring, and an updated stone fireplace. Outside, the expansive third-acre lot is an entertainer's dream: a PebbleTec diving pool with water feature, updated cool decking, a lush lawn, and an extended covered lanai wired for lights, fans, and speakers. An extended driveway offers ample RV/boat parking. Recent updates include a 2018 roof and both AC units replaced in 2020, plus gutters throughout. There's truly nothing left to do - just move in and enjoy. Residents also enjoy Warner Ranch community amenities, including parks, greenbelts, tennis, basketball, volleyball, and pickleball courts, playgrounds, and walking/biking paths. A rare find in Duskfire and prime Tempe location!

224 W Knox Road, Tempe

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7070422 MLS ⋅ 1,836 SqFt.

Amazing multi generational, income producing or investment opportunity in the heart of Tempe. This wonderful home is located within minutes of everything Tempe has to offer. ASU, Tempe Market Place, Mill Ave and extremely easy freeway access. Inside you will find a lovely renovated home with new flooring, fresh paint, new appliances and so much more. Main house is 1,260 sqft & attached guest house with separate entrance is 576 sqft. Large backyard for entertaining with alleyway RV gate entrance.

1012 S Price Road, Tempe

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7069939 MLS ⋅ 1,674 SqFt.

Experience the ALLURE of this **REMARKABLY REMODELED, block-construction, sewer ABS, 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with NO HOA** Featuring TRENDY porcelain, wood-plank flooring, BRAND-NEW carpet and NEWER drift-wood, grey-blinds~The MODERN kitchen boasts NEWER raised-panel, cabinets, granite countertops, and NEWER stainless-steel appliances, making your kitchen-time, REWARDING~The family great room is highlighted with an OLD-WORLD, brick, wood-burning fireplace, perfect for seasonal-gatherings~Both the hall and master bathrooms have been TASTEFULLY remodeled~ The GENEROUSLY sized second, third, and fourth bedrooms offer ample space for everyone~ Enjoy the ENERGY benefits of NEWER doors and windows throughout AND the washer and dryer are included~The EXCEPTIONALLY large backyard features an EXTENDED covered patio, a STORAGE Tuff-shed, and a FULL-LENGTH concrete-slab-patio~Large side-yard with DOUBLE RV-gate and full-length, concrete-slab for all your recreational toys PLUS alley-access~You can relax knowing that, Landscaping is LOW maintenance, LOW water, which will ENHANCE your pocket-book and outdoor experience~IDEALLY located in a fantastic Tempe, this property is just minutes from ASU, light-rail, freeway access, Tempe Marketplace, and schools~Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a home in the heart of Tempe, priced under $500k makes it a perfect opportunity for "First-time" homeowner or "Investor." This home does not disappoint and is a 10+++

1260 E Alameda Drive, Tempe

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7069207 MLS ⋅ 2,119 SqFt.

If you are familiar with the area, then you will understand how special this listing is - this well-built block Suggs home has just been refreshed and is ready for a new owner. This listing is presented by an amazing family who has loved and cared for this home for over 46 years. They sure don't make houses like this anymore. This floor plan was the builders most popular one too, the Holiday. All the character remains - solid cabinets, wood trim, wood spindles, door hardware, Saltillo tile, and brick fireplace. The refresh includes new carpet, plank tile, exterior paint, interior paint, ceiling fans and light fixtures. We know you will get the feeling from the moment you arrive - the curb appeal is perfection. Upon entering the home you will know, it is the one. The backyard oasis features a sparking pool, covered patio & grass area to enjoy. There is no HOA & no mail cluster - you will have your own mailbox. The location of this home is prime - the heart of Tempe is what we say - you will love being near all the shopping, dining and easy access to roads/freeways. This property is home to the highly rated Tempe School District and down the road from ASU - go Devils! Other important items to note: HVAC was replaced approximately 3 years ago. Roof was replaced in 2014. Extra insulations was added to the attic. Pool has been resurfaced. Water heater was replaced in 2021. Angle stops were replaced in 2023.

2060 E Libra Drive, Tempe

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7069193 MLS ⋅ 1,861 SqFt.

This beautiful home features many upgrades including a newer Comp Shingle Roof (2017), Dual Pane Vinyl Windows & Patio Slider, Wood-like Porcelain Plank Flooring, Mini-Split in Fam Rm, New Block Wall in Backyard, Nest Programmable Thermostat, Insulated Garage Door, and a Hydrawise Smart Wi-Fi Irrigation Control that uses Predictive Watering to adjust your landscape's irrigation based on highly accurate local weather data. This spacious floor plan includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with 1,861 sf and a large Family Room. Enjoy your Huge Private Backyard with a Large, Covered Patio and a Permanent Storage Shed. Walking distance to the 125-acre Kiwanis Park which features playgrounds, a 12-acre fishing lake, a batting range, an indoor recreation center, an indoor wave pool, and a dog park.

407 E Julie Drive, Tempe

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