Condos are popular real estate investments and are especially attractive to first-time home buyers. They can be less expensive than single-family homes, they require less upkeep, and they often offer a variety of perks such as pools and gyms.

The arrival of the Metro, the valley’s new public transit system, makes it possible for homeowners who live in a Tempe condo near the light rail to enjoy all the perks of city living. Any one of several stations in Tempe allows for convenient travel, whether you’re commuting to work, heading to the airport, taking in a concert or game, or dining out.