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Friday, September 19, 2025

Culdesac Tempe – The First Walkable Neighborhood In The U.S.

Culdesac Tempe is America’s first car-free neighborhood in Tempe, Arizona. Walkable design, plazas, courtyards, retail, coffee shops, and bike-friendly living next to downtown.


Culdesac Tempe is the first walkable neighborhood in the United States built from the ground up.

Located in Tempe, Arizona, this 17-acre community is designed for people, not cars.

  • Seventeen acres of homes, shops, and gathering spaces

  • Built around plazas, courtyards, and tree-lined walkways

  • No resident parking — but visitor, delivery, and mobility parking is available

Walk Everywhere

Peaceful paseos connect homes, plazas, and local shops.

  • Relax in shaded courtyards

  • Work outdoors or host a BBQ with friends

  • Stroll between coffee shops and restaurants right outside your door

Easy Mobility

You don’t need a car to live here.

  • Access Waymo, the world’s largest autonomous ride service

  • Use Envoy’s carshare fleet starting at $5/hour for longer trips

  • Tempe offers the most bike-friendly routes in the Phoenix metro

Why Tempe Works

Tempe has 300 days of sunshine each year. Perfect for walking and biking.

  • Home to Arizona State University, one of the largest universities in the U.S.

  • Known for diverse food and cultural experiences

  • Connected by light rail and close to downtown Phoenix

Question for You

Would you trade car ownership for daily life in a walkable community like Culdesac Tempe?