Self Storage – Baseline

Tempe a Favorite Among Families, Students and Entrepreneurs

Once known as a booming agricultural center, Tempe is now a modern city with a bright future. Home to Arizona State University, one of the country’s largest public universities, learners from across the globe flock here. Even if you’re not a student, though, there is plenty to draw you to this corner of the Sonoran Desert. Major companies such as Carvana, Limelight Networks, First Solar and Salt River Project chose Tempe for a home base. Moreover, State Farm is one of the largest employers in the city, with a regional campus overlooking scenic Tempe Town Lake, a pleasant reservoir surrounded by parks and walking paths.  

In addition to attracting industry, Tempe is known for its thriving arts and entertainment scene. Through the 1980s and 90s, Tempe produced several world-class musical acts, including The Main, Injury Reserve, Gin Blossoms and the Meat Puppets. Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Gammage Auditorium – on the ASU campus – and Tempe Center for the Arts offer an impressive year-round roster of performances and events for the whole family to enjoy. 

With a rapidly growing population, new development and distinctive, creative energy, Tempe is among the most in-demand locales in the state. Plus, getting around is easy with a generous light rail network throughout the city. Whether you’re here with your family, starting a business or just want to catch some rays, Tempe is a great place to be.

Quick Facts About Tempe

• Households: 70,981 
• Median household income: $54,210 
• Employment rate: 68.9% 
• Mean commute time (minutes): 21.1 

Source: United States Census Bureau, QuickFacts for Tempe Arizona 

What to Do in Tempe, Arizona

Tempe residents are proud of their city’s abundant offerings for recreation and entertainment. The southern border of Tempe cozies up to the flanks of South Mountain, a 16,000-acre natural space with miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding – many culminating in breathtaking 360-degree views of the Valley. If you’re curious about the area’s non-human inhabitants, you can pay a visit to the South Mountain Environmental Education Center for information on local plants and animals. 

After exploring the great outdoors, you’ll probably be hankering for a drink and meal. Look no further than Rustler’s Rooste, a cowboy steakhouse established in 1971 near the Pima Canyon trailhead. The Rooste serves up classic burritos, brisket, and steaks – but if you’re feeling adventurous, you can order the Authentic Rattlesnake with a side of prickly pear fries.  

Another destination is the Arizona Mills Mall with air-conditioned corridors for window shopping, plenty of family-friendly eateries and a Harkins Theater. But this isn’t like any other mall you’ll come across – Arizona Mills also hosts the Sea Life Aquarium, with thousands of aquatic animals on display, including seahorses, stingrays and sharks. At this aquarium, even land-locked Arizonans can learn about the wonders of the ocean and conservation efforts. 

Did you know the largest IKEA on the West Coast is found in Tempe? That’s right – the Swedish furniture giant’s iconic yellow and blue logo can be seen off the I-10 freeway, beckoning passersby with its housewares and Swedish meatballs. If you’re a new resident of Tempe, you won’t have any problem furnishing your new surroundings with this enormous IKEA nearby. 

For those in Tempe temporarily, the Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes offers a top-notch and central stay. It’s an excellent jumping-off point for exploring the surrounding area, including the ASU campus, downtown Tempe and other cities in the Valley. It’s also a good spot for a staycation if that’s more your style – and during the summer months, you’ll most likely find yourself in one of the resort’s outdoor wading pools.

As you can probably tell, this is only a small sampling of everything Tempe has to offer. Come see Tempe for yourself, and we’ve got your self-storage needs covered. 

Secure Self-Storage Units in Tempe

Our self-storage facility on Baseline Road is accessible and easy to find yet offers plenty of privacy and security. In addition, our company is regarded for its excellent customer service and pristine units – making Storage West a top pick for storage needs across the region. This location is within a short drive to many of the best destinations in Tempe. 

• New to Tempe? Review our Relocation Guide for local knowledge and useful tips! 
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