1111 W UNIVERSITY Drive Unit 3011, Tempe, AZ 85281

$509,999

Penthouse Living in Downtown Tempe! Welcome to this stunning 3rd-floor penthouse condominium at The Vale, one of downtown Tempe's most iconic residential communities designed by renowned architect Will Bruder. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,257 square feet, this modern residence blends architectural drama with everyday comfort. The expansive… Read More great room immediately impresses with its soaring 22-foot vaulted ceilings and a north-facing wall of windows showcasing breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain and Tempe. Upstairs, additional south-facing windows capture scenic vistas of Diablo Mountain and South Tempe, filling the home with natural light throughout the day. The open-concept kitchen is designed for both function and style, featuring quartz countertops, modern cabinetry, a breakfast bar, pantry storage, and stainless steel appliances, including a side-by-side counter-depth refrigerator. Porcelain tile flows through the kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms, while neutral carpeting adds warmth to the living areas and bedrooms. All 3 bedrooms include walk-in closets, with the primary suite offering a spa-like retreat complete with a walk-in shower, soaking tub, and dual sinks. A spacious loft provides flexible space ideal for a home office, media room, or creative studio, enhanced by adjustable cable lighting. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a full remodel in 2020 and fresh interior paint in 2025, along with a new HVAC system (2023). Additional features include double-pane windows, a fire sprinkler system, an alarm system with motion and door sensors, pendant lighting, wall sconces, and ceiling fans with lights throughout. The community itself has seen significant recent improvements, including exterior painting, new landscaping, pool and hot tub resurfacing, and updated entry gate hardware (2024-2025). Residents enjoy a heated pool and spa, fitness center, gated access, and pet-friendly green space. Parking is a breeze with a spacious 2-car detached garage plus underground parking, offering ample storage. Perfectly located just one mile from ASU, with the Tempe Orbit shuttle stop right outside the gate, this highly walkable and bike-friendly neighborhood places you minutes from restaurants, shopping, Tempe Lake Park, the Center for the Arts, and Sky Harbor International Airport. This is penthouse living at its finest: modern, architectural, and perfectly positioned in the heart of it all. Read Less

Courtesy of Keller Williams Arizona Realty 480-999-6250

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Mar 9, 2026

Property Type

Apartment

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,257

Lot Size

0.03 Acres

Year Built

2005

MLS Number

6962025

30 Days Snapshot Of 85281

$423k

-11%

(avg) sold price

+169%

homes sold

-13%

(avg) days on market

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Appliances & Equipment

"Stacked Washer/Dryer", "Dryer", "Washer", "Refrigerator", "Built-in Microwave", "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Electric Range"

Building

Built in 2005, Architectural style: "Contemporary", Living area: 2257, Construction materials: "Stucco", "Steel Frame", "Wood Frame", "Painted", "Block"

Cooling

"Central Air", "Programmable Thmstat"

Exterior Features

"Balcony"

Fence

"Wrought Iron"

Floors

"Carpet", "Tile"

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

"Electric"

Home Owner's Association

Association fee: $559, Association fee frequency: Monthly, Association fee includes: "Roof Repair", "Insurance", "Sewer", "Maintenance Grounds", "Front Yard Maint", "Trash", "Water", "Roof Replacement", "Maintenance Exterior"

Interior Features

"Quartz Countertops", "High Speed Internet", "Double Vanity", "Master Downstairs", "Breakfast Bar", "Vaulted Ceiling(s)", "Pantry", "Full Bth Master Bdrm", "Separate Shwr & Tub"

Laundry

"Inside"

Lot

0.03 acres, 1,443 sqft, "North/South Exposure", "Alley", "Desert Back", "Desert Front"

Parking

"Detached Garage", "Unassigned", "Garage Door Opener", "Assigned"

Property

View: "City Lights", "Mountain(s)"

Roof

"Metal"

Security Features

"Security System Owned"

Sewer

"Sewer in & Cnctd", "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Annual amount: $3,540, Lot: 3011

Windows

"Dual Pane"

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