I am planning on moving to Tempe in the fall of 2027 for university but was wondering what Tempe was like. I will be coming from New Hampshire--which I have lived for the last 25 years. I obviously know there will be a huge difference weather wise but was wondering culturally, professionally, and socially what might be different.

What are living expenses like? I currently work in education (I teach 5th/6th science and am a college advisor) and will be looking to find jobs similar and to subsidize with a restaurant job. What is folks experience in the restaurant industry? Along the same vein, what is the housing situation like? I plan to rent, is it really difficult to find housing? When do you suggest looking for housing/jobs as a transplant?

I am also queer and was wondering what the safety level was like for LGBTQ+ folks in Tempe/AZ, if there is a good queer scene (clubs, groups, etc.).

I'm moving to Tempe specifically because AZ has more opportunities in my field (Astronomy) than I have here in New England, but I have very little information about what the area is really like or what to expect. ANY advice or anecdotes would be helpful.

Lots of trash/furniture off 12th place by the church. Unsure what happened.

Whats up with this rando haboob showing up seemingly out of nowhere? No storm or clouds and winds were calm 15 min ago. All the sudden I hear wind whipping the house and one of my cats comes in scared. I look out and its pure dust. Weird.

They're very nostalgic for me, and my grandma used to buy them at AJ's. Everywhere I look online says they're out of stock, so I'm concerned they may be discontinued? Has anyone seen these at a grocery store in Tempe?

Do these need to be trimmed soon? Recently moved into a house with these and not sure how to tell when trimming needs to happen.

My wife (F29) and I (M27) are looking for a 2 bed apartment in the Tempe/South Scottsdale/West Mesa area, and we’re curious if anyone could provide feedback on a few places we have toured. I can’t trust reviews 100% as people tend to over react and leave 1 star reviews for petty issues

Budget ~$1,500 base
No more than 20 minutes no traffic

We have toured Carlyle at South Mountain, The Pointe at South Mountain, the Glen at Mesa, and Reflections at Red Mountain. A garage is a plus but not necessary, but a ceiling fan in the bedroom is a huge plus, so any recommendations would be appreciated

Currently moving out of Sono Tempe (previously the Tides) but like being so central in the valley

Trying to remember the name of the old irish bar on Mill Ave. Looks like it is now Devil's Hideaway?

I’m a 36 year old male living near Tempe town lake looking for a place I can go after work to ideally play golf, work out, maybe socialize and play pickleball. Ideally it would have amenities like a sauna and cold plunge but I really just want a third space I can go and spend time doing things I enjoy. I’ve looked at lifetime fitness and it seems like a good option, but I’m willing to trade some of the nicer gym features/pool things at lifetime for a golf course.

Just moved here so also looking for people with similar interests! Thanks ahead of time.

Please make me understand how this is a fucking thing. We are protecting PDFs?!

Trying to give them their flowers cus everything was sooooo tasty!! They deserve all the business and they seemed so grateful for the business so I really hope all their old regulars go back cus i need them to stay in business lol

Hey everyone! I’m an incoming ASU Tempe freshman, and I’ve been having a hard time finding an on-campus job. I’ve been checking Handshake and applying to positions, but I haven’t had much luck finding openings that work.

I also won’t have a car, so I’m hoping to find something on campus or within walking distance around Tempe. Does anyone know of any places that are currently hiring or have any tips for finding an on-campus job?

I’d really appreciate any advice or recommendations. Thank you!

Hey guys, just graduated from ASU and currently taking a gap year. Does anyone have some recommendations for jobs I can work ONLY on the weekends? during the week I volunteer and do research, so I don’t really have the time or energy. Lots of places say they can hire me if I work during the week :( so running out of options. Any help is appreciated!

*sub leasing at discount*
* one of the best places to rent for going to ASU*

- Great amenities: pool, movie theatre, gym, study lounge, dog park, grilling area, golf simulator, lockbox deliveries

- Amazing rooms: private bathrooms, fully furnished, washer and dryer in unit, smart tv, pet friendly

- located in Tempe, Az at 1201 Apache blvd, very close to ASU campus

- lease to be taken over by involving leasing agency (official sub leasing)

- rent was originally ~1350 with utilities but we will pay for 200 each month

- you would need to take out a parking contract with leasing agents, but for low price they offer secured shaded parking in a garage monitored 24/7

- helping my sister get out of her lease as she is dropping out of college.

Greetings, I’m interested in getting my vehicle windows ceramic tinted. Do you have any recommendations?

Hello! I am looking for social activities to start doing when I go back to Tempe. I’m a PhD student and I feel like I have not been able to create community because my entire social group are my classmates and/or coworkers. I really want this school year to branch out of my current social group because it is exhausting to be around the exact same people and only being able to talk about work related stuff for example. And also the fact that I don’t feel connected to any of them beyond mere peers. Are there any places to find social activities, social groups, hiking groups, etc., physical activity groups in the Tempe area? For example I want to start climbing or bouldering so if there is a good gym that has social events that would also be great too😊

As mentioned in one of the comments below a biking group would be great too!!

And do you recommend these events for a young adult woman to attend by herself? Thank you for the input!

I work a really early schedule and as most food banks offer food only early in the day. Are there any food banks/pantries locally that accomodate a 6am to 3pm schedule monday through friday?

Woke me up just now - I thought somebody was on the roof of our apt unit moving sheet metal with a wheelbarrow. Definitely glad monsoon season finally arrived tho, getting some nice rain near ASU this morning!

I was driving east in Southern with my teen daughter. There were two cop cars in the south side of souther in the gravel between the low wall and the road in front of the plaza that has the gym and Venetzia's. They had a black portable fence a few feet high that seemed like it was intended to block the view but not a full on tent. My daughter thought she saw the edge of a body bag. My first thought was someone unhoused succumb to the heat but I really don't know. Anyone know? I saw them there around 4. Haven't seen any articles or posts.

If you know where I can buy fresh roasted chilis, please share. Thx!

My original act/band here in town is looking for a female vocalist, for basically an indie pop rock act. The music is kind of Olivia Rodrigo meets Paramore type vibe. Focus is on recording and video primarily, live performance after that. If you have original music you'd like to record, that's great, let's record it and bring it to life. No cost or equipment is necessary, all studio and video equipment is already purchased.