Real estate agents working with pet-owning sellers in Tempe can head off a lot of showing friction with a short, standard prep list. Before the first showingAsk sellers to arrange pet sitting during all showings, not just the open houseHave sellers remove pet bowls, beds, and litter boxes from every staged roomFlag any yard wear…
For dog owners house-hunting in Tempe, walkability isn’t just a lifestyle preference — it’s a daily quality-of-life factor that shapes whether a home actually works for the dog living in it. A house with a big backyard but no nearby sidewalks, shade, or safe crossing points can end up being far less dog-friendly in practice…
Whether renting or buying makes more sense in Tempe for a pet owner usually comes down to fencing, flexibility, and how firm the pet policy actually is. Renting with petsPet deposits and monthly pet rent are standard across Tempe rentals, and breed/weight restrictions are far more common in rentals than in HOA-governed home purchases. Always…
Tempe draws pet owners for reasons that go well beyond ASU and Mill Avenue nightlife — a genuinely walkable core, canal-adjacent housing, and easy access to Tempe Town Lake all make it an appealing place to settle down with a dog or cat. But the same features that make Tempe attractive on paper can play…
Distance to a vet is one of the most practical, least glamorous things to check before buying in Tempe — and one of the easiest to get wrong if you’re moving from out of state, where drive times and traffic patterns work differently than what you’re used to. What to map out before you buy…
If you’re selling a home in Tempe and have pets, staging and showings take a bit more planning — but it’s very manageable with the right prep. Before showingsArrange a sitter or a scheduled walk during open houses and private showings. Buyers spend more time in homes that don’t smell like pets and where they’re…
Buyers moving to Tempe with a dog or cat tend to prioritize a short, specific list once they’ve lived through one Arizona summer. What actually mattersCovered patio or shaded yard space — unshaded turf is unusable most of the yearTile or other cool, easy-clean flooring over carpetA dedicated mudroom or entry spot for wiping paws…
Most newer Tempe communities are HOA-governed, and pet rules are one of the most overlooked parts of a purchase contract. They’re rarely deal-breakers, but they can genuinely change your day-to-day life with a pet, and finding out about a restrictive rule after closing is a much worse position than catching it beforehand. What to actually…
Tempe packs a surprising amount of dog-friendly green space into a relatively compact city, thanks largely to the canal system, Tempe Town Lake, and a handful of well-maintained parks that have become daily rituals for local dog owners. Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to break out of the same three-block walk,…
If you’re pet owners house-hunting in Tempe, Arizona, the neighborhood you land in matters almost as much as the house itself. Tempe has walkable, bike-friendly streets close to ASU and Tempe Town Lake, but not every pocket of the city is equally set up for a dog or cat, and the difference shows up fast…