From the Arizona Room | 119 E. Coronado Rd. — Carl Pleasant/John Barney House(full article)

5/26/10

A Midtown office building holds more history than meets the eye.

From the Arizona Room | 900 E. Van Buren St. — Verde Park Pump House(full article)

5/12/10

One of the best examples of 1930s Period Revival style is in Garfield’s Verde Park.

Jane’s Walk Phoenix 2010: Explore the Warehouse District(full article)

4/29/10

The second annual Jane’s Walk Phoenix is Saturday, May 1, from 9-11 a.m. in the Warehouse District.

From the Arizona Room | 100 W. Roosevelt St. — Trinity Cathedral(full article)

4/14/10

Roosevelt’s Trinity Cathedral is one of the most striking buildings in all of Phoenix. Nearly 100 years after completion, it remains true to its original form.

From the Arizona Room | 905 N. 4th St.(full article)

4/07/10

Though it has become a revolving location for restaurants as of late, the building at 905 N. 4th St. dates back to the 1910s.

From the Arizona Room | 365 N. 4th Ave — H.M. Coe House(full article)

3/31/10

The Coe House, in Roosevelt’s southern reaches, is a turn-of-the-century brick structure that has been thoughtfully preserved.

From the Arizona Room | 215 N. 7th St. — Monroe School (Children’s Museum of Phoenix)(full article)

3/17/10

The old Monroe School, now the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, is experiencing a rebirth despite being nearly 100 years old.

City Dwelling | Living in 85004(full article)

3/15/10

For those seeking the ultimate urban Phoenix living experience, there is no better place than the chunk of Downtown Phoenix that is the 85004 ZIP code.

From the Arizona Room | 203 W. Adams St. — Orpheum Theatre(full article)

3/03/10

It is hard to believe a world-class venue like the Orpheum Theatre nearly fell out of favor with Phoenicians.

From the Arizona Room | 1210 N. 5th Ave. — Kenilworth School(full article)

2/24/10

Remarkably, the Kenilworth School is in fantastic condition and still operating as it was in 1920, despite 90 years of children running through its halls.

City Dwelling | Living in 85007(full article)

2/15/10

The portion of Downtown Phoenix that the U.S. Postal Service considers the 85007 ZIP code is diverse to the max, to say the least.

From the Arizona Room | E.L. Fresnal Grocery Store — 314 E. Buchanan St.(full article)

2/10/10

Back in the 1890s, the E.L. Fresnal Grocery was one of Phoenix’s impressive and well-lauded commercial buildings.

Dream of Opening Your Own Bar in Downtown Phoenix in 2010?(full article)

12/31/09

Be part of the emerging Grand Avenue arts and culture scene in this quaint 1950s building right on Grand Avenue.

How About Your Office in This 1920s Tudor Revival?(full article)

11/14/09

Why buy a small, traditional office building, when you could operate your business from this 1920s Tudor Revival?

Mayor’s Breakfast: A Celebration of Phoenix’s Historic Warehouse District(full article)

10/16/09

The Downtown Phoenix Historic Building & Warehouse Tour was a great experience that highlighted a few of the many hidden assets of Downtown Phoenix.

Creative Space Near Grand Avenue Art Scene(full article)

10/08/09

Originally part of a 1920s neighborhood grocery store, this freestanding building, completely redeveloped in 2006, is now part of a small creative complex.

Bowling is Coming to Downtown Phoenix(full article)

9/07/09

A 12-lane bowling alley is coming to Downtown Phoenix in 2010 in what would seem to be an unlikely spot.

Huge 2 story Bungalow in East Evergreen Historic District(full article)

7/16/09

This is an extraordinary opportunity for someone who wants to live and work in Downtown Phoenix, all under the same roof or for a full blown Professional Office ie. Attorney, Lobbyist, Architect or ? You’re talking a renovated property here with hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, 8 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. A few of the bedrooms would serve as great conference rooms. Property is zoned R-5 and is within walking distance to Safeway, Starbucks & others to the North, Roosevelt Row to the South, Downtown Phoenix Public Library & Light Rail to the West.

Prime commercial lot in Coronado Historic District(full article)

7/10/09

Join other cool, successful businesses in the Coronado Historic District, building your dream facility on this commercially zoned lot just a few doors down from the Tuck Shop. Great place for an Architect’s office or live/work professional or neighborhood commercial retail operation.

Artsy warehouse for sale near Grand Ave(full article)

7/07/09

Great opportunity for an entrepeneur who wants to be in the middle of the Grand Ave arts scene. This 3200 sq ft warehouse, built in 1947 is currently being used as an art space but you’re certainly not limited to that. The building features high ceilings and wooden trusses, 3/4 bath and a kitchenette. The property is on a 6600 + sq ft lot with C-3 Zoning.

Jackson Street Entertainment District moving forward(full article)

7/03/09

The City Council on Wednesday, unanimously approved the PUD (Planned Unit Development) Application of the Jackson Street Entertainment District developers, paving the way for them to move forward with their project. Although I was not there personally and I have not been able to find any reports of this event in the media, I’m told by at least 2 reliable sources that it happened.

The Jackson Street Entertainment District covers an L-shaped group of properties in the city’s warehouse district — on Jackson from First to Fourth Streets and between Third and Fourth Streets from Jackson to Lincoln Streets. The Plan calls for a walkable District that would include an outdoor market and cafes, restaurants, nightclubs and up to as many as 1000 residential units at completion. Although the Project could take 5 to 7 years to complete, some businesses could open as early as next year, according to Larry Lazarus, Attorney for the Developer.

Map of CenPho Vitality Initiatives(full article)

6/23/09

Jim McPherson has made several Arizona google maps and recently finished his newest project, the map of Central Phoenix Vitality Initiatives. The map revolves around downtown and central Phoenix revitalization, showing recent invidual projects, and numerous restoration and adaptive reuse projects.

Jackson Street warehouse gets a facelift(full article)

6/05/09

Not everyone is scaling back or closing up shop as evidenced by the renovation of this warehouse space at 22 E Jackson St, in the Downtown Phoenix Warehouse District. The new owners are renovating the building for use as their offices. As you can see from the exterior photo, they are in the process of exposing the brick. It’s really very attractive.

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Prime Commercial Property on Roosevelt Row(full article)

5/08/09

Here is a great opportunity for a creative entrepeneur who has a few bucks, to snag this Bungalow on a prime, highly visible corner in the heart of Roosevelt Row. Located at ground zero of the Downtown Phoenix art scene, this property is zoned commercial with on-site, paved parking behind the structure. Ideal place for a live/work gallery, restaurant, hair salon, professional office or ?

Downtown pharmacy set to open at CityScape next year(full article)

4/15/09

CVS Pharmacy will open a drugstore in downtown Phoenix’s CityScape complex, company officials will announce Wednesday. It would be the first time since 1976 that a pharmacy stood in the downtown neighborhood south of the Interstate 10.

The planned 13,000-square-foot drugstore could open as early as June 2010 on the southwest corner of Jefferson Street and First Avenue, said Michael DeNitto, a CVS regional director.

Law Firm signs lease at CityScape(full article)

4/10/09

Jennings Strouss & Salmon PLC signed a lease with RED Development for 54,000 square feet in the first phase of CityScape, a three-block mixed-use project under construction in downtown Phoenix.

The law firm expects to move into the new office in June 2010. It is 20,000 square feet smaller than the space Jennings now occupies at the neighboring Collier Center.

CityScape Gets Some Skin(full article)

4/09/09

As you can see from the construction photo, crews are starting to add exterior glass walls to the steel framed structure of the 600,000 sq ft Class A, first tower at CityScape. This tower will be home to a couple of Legal Firms, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey as well as Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll. Additionally, the Anchor tenant, Wachovia/Wells Fargo is still on board. Also, in this tower will be a Gold’s Gym and a steakhouse, operated by Fox Restaurant Concepts. Retail tenants who have committed to go into the CityScape project on the block previously occupied by Patriot’s Square Park include AJ’s Fine Foods, Urban Outfitters and it’s rumored that CVS Pharmacy will commit, which would give Downtown Phoenix it’s first Drug Store. At least 4 other Tenants are expected to be announced in the next 30 days according to a reliable source.

Take The Canalscape Survey(full article)

3/15/09

ASU and other public and private sector partners are exploring the possibility of creating vital urban hubs where canals meet major streets throughout metro Phoenix. These hubs could range in size and character, depending on community requests. ASU students are conducting a public survey and would like your feedback.

Downtown Phoenix Finalizing Wayfinding Program(full article)

3/14/09

The Downtown Phoenix Partnership is putting the finishing touches on a wayfinding project – and now they are asking for public input.

Please take a moment and take this brief survey to indicate your preferences. Thank you in advance for taking part in reshaping Downtown Phoenix!

Need Creative Space? Like Historic Buildings?(full article)

3/12/09

Join other small businesses in this very cool spot, actually being deemed the Creative Spot. Built in1926 as one of the first downtown Phoenix grocery stores, the JB Bayless building has been painstakingly restored by its long-time owner, Joseph Lewis, earning National Historic accreditation. Wood beam trusses, stained concrete floors, concrete pillars, and red brick construction within soaring, 15-foot ceilings create the surrounds. And wide panels that slide on tracks create the private, highly modular environment you desire to explore your creative options!

Want To Office In The Warehouse District?(full article)

3/09/09

If your company is looking for a creative office space with dramatic visual appeal, you may want to check out this recently renovated, 3,000 sq ft stand alone building in the Downtown Phoenix Warehouse District, aka SoDo. The space features the original wood bowed-string trusses with 18 ft ceilings, stained conrete floors, custom designed restrooms, gated, private parking for 15 cars and on-site video cameras.

One Central Park East Now Topped Off(full article)

2/27/09

With 2008 behind us and the completion of several landmark buildings in Downtown Phoenix, our attention now is turned to 2 large projects which will open this year.  One of those projects is the 26 story One Central Park East, class A office tower on the northeast corner of Central Ave and Van Buren.  The building [...]

Buy a Rental Property in SoDo(full article)

4/16/08

This cute, brick bungalow with covered front porch and covered carport represents a great owner-occupied or investment property opportunity in the Central Park neighborhood of SoDo Phoenix. City Park with Recreation Center just steps away from the property. Just around the corner from the Bentley Projects Gallery and City Bakery. Just a short walk to [...]