311 W Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201
Gateway of Downtown Mesa Assemblage · Land For Sale · 2.00 AC

Downtown Mesa Located in the heart of the City, Downtown Mesa offers a wealth of opportunities for business owners, urban dwellers, students, shoppers, foodies, and art enthusiasts alike. ASU @ MESA CITY CENTER ASU @ Mesa City Center is a three-story, approximately 117,795-square-foot academic building, located at the northwest corner of Pepper Street and Centennial Way, that will house programs offered by the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts related to digital and sensory technology, experiential design, gaming, media arts, film production, and entrepreneurial development and support. These programs will utilize augmented reality, virtual reality and 3D modeling and visualization to develop technology with the potential to impact industries as diverse as health care, aerospace, manufacturing and entertainment. ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT In addition to offering a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere, Downtown Mesa is host to many high-profile events to entertain and inspire the young and young-at-heart, including: Mesa Music Festival Arizona Celebration of Freedom Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts 2nd Friday Nights Out Sculptures in the Street Parades & Markets The City of Mesa is growing by leaps and bounds and Downtown Mesa is fast becoming the hub of activities for this prospering region. Downtown's cultural anchor, the renowned Mesa Arts Center, draws more than 400,000 patrons to events in its facilities annually. A mix of art galleries, studios, and attractions including the Mesa Arts Center, i.d.e.a. Museum, Mesa Amphitheatre and the Arizona Museum of Natural History contribute to the creation of a unique and lively core that reflects a diverse community of artists and cultural organizations, businesses, venues, and events. Benedictine University boasts a student population of more than 500 students and ASU @ City Center will attract an additional 750+ students when they open in 2022. DOING BUSINESS IN DOWNTOWN MESA In round numbers, Downtown Mesa has 7,000 employees, 3,000 residents, and more than 11,000 daily visitors who come to shop, play, learn, and conduct commerce. Businesses located in Downtown Mesa are strategically positioned to take advantage of a large workforce that is accessible by three integrated freeways: the Superstition (US 60), Loop (101) and Red Mountain (202). LOCATE YOUR BUSINESS IN DOWNTOWN MESA The Downtown Small Business Attraction Utility Rate Program offers a 25% reduction on electric and water bills for the first three years for qualifying businesses located in the Town Center and Central Business District area of Mesa. Businesses must apply for the program within their first year of operation. INVEST IN DOWNTOWN MESA Valley Metro light rail runs through Downtown Mesa More than 40 acres of developable land within ½ mile of Downtown Mesa light rail stations, ripe for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) opportunities 253,000 SF of office space, 48,000 SF of retail space. Over $220 million in public/ private investment since 1997 250 commercial property owners and 490 businesses. Minutes away from three major freeways Colleges and universities offer access to a student population and talented workforce. The Central Main Plan establishes an Urban Village Concept Pedestrian friendly Main Street with abundant free parking. An established Arts and Cultural District with unique destinations. Five National Register historic districts offering residents close proximity to Downtown