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Fantastic investment opportunity! This well-maintained 4-plex features three spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath units and one generous 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit. Conveniently locate...
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- 7059467 MLS
hree at Taylor Located in the heart of the rapidly revitalizing Phoenix, this well-positioned triplex offers an exceptional opportunity for both investors and owner-occup...
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- 7058755 MLS
Four at Willetta is a stabilized, garden-style four-unit multifamily asset located in the highly desirable Biltmore/Arcadia corridor of Phoenix, Arizona. Constructed in t...
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- 7058509 MLS
Fully renovated, income-producing three-unit investment property located at 5038 N 18th Avenue in Phoenix, just one block from the Valley Metro light rail. The property c...
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- 7058179 MLS
Great investment opportunity! This fully renovated triplex features two 2-bedroom, 1-bath units and one 3-bedroom, 2-bath unit. All units were updated in 2025 with new fl...
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- 7057876 MLS
BRAND NEW and Turn Key completely rebuilt 5 unit apartments. New wiring, plumbing, AC, appliances, New Tile flooring, New cabinets, with granite countertops, new window t...
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- 7057590 MLS
The Grandview Portfolio is a 16-unit, garden-style community built in 1984 with solid block construction. Comprised of four fully condo-mapped, single-story buildings on ...
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- 7057176 MLS
Seven-unit townhome portfolio in Encanto Village, one of Midtown Phoenix's most sought-after neighborhoods. Within 10 minutes of major employers, dining, nightlife, profe...
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- 7057128 MLS
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- 7057074 MLS
Words can't fully capture the value of this impeccably maintained four-plex, where pride of ownership is evident throughout. Ideally situated in a highly desirable rental...
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- 7056928 MLS
EXCEPTIONAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN A PRIME LOCATION! This single-story, four-unit multifamily property, built in 1953, presents an outstanding value-add opportunity fo...
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- 7056584 MLS
Development Potential - Zoned R-5. Duplex built in 1926 on a 8,700 square foot lot (0.2 acres) in the Oakland subdivision. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. T...
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- 7055964 MLS
2022 Built duplex in Opportunity Zone; excellent work-force housing; fully rented and stabilized. Generates $34k income and a 7% CAP rate. Very good condition. Tenants pa...
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- 7055488 MLS
Exceptional investment opportunity to acquire a well-located four-unit apartment Ideally situated just minutes from Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Air...
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- 7055439 MLS
Seller financing available! This well-maintained four-unit property features four 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units, each with its own in-unit laundry. The property has been ex...
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- 7055078 MLS
Rare investment opportunity in Phoenix. This is a four-unit, two-story multifamily dwelling is designed for rental income with three of the four units currently occupied....
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- 7053664 MLS
Brand-new duplex completed in August 2025! This turnkey property features two spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom units with upgraded finishes, tile flooring throughout, spray...
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- 7053495 MLS
Right off the Roosevelt Row Arts District, 802 W Roosevelt St is a duplex in the heart of Central Phoenix's highly walkable and revitalized Triangle District. Built in 19...
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- 7053423 MLS
Amazing opportunity! 4 Plex!! Amazing location! Each Unit is a 2 bed, 2 bath, with laundry hookups. HOA includes water/sewer/trash, community pool and landscaping. Units ...
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- 7052993 MLS
Amazing opportunity! 4 Plex!! Amazing location! Each Unit is a 2 bed, 2 bath, with laundry hookups. HOA includes water/sewer/trash, community pool and landscaping. Units ...
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- 7052991 MLS
Row 31 is a newly constructed boutique style 31-unit community located at 1435 E Taylor St. in the desirable Garfield District just minutes from Downtown Phoenix. The ass...
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- 7052542 MLS
Excellent multifamily investment opportunity on an R-5 zoned multifamily parcel. This fully remodeled duplex features two 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, updated in 2023 with mo...
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- 7052276 MLS
Excellent investment opportunity in the heart of Phoenix! This well-maintained duplex offers immediate cash flow with two spacious units already occupied. Unit 1 features...
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- 7052170 MLS
This 3-unit, garden-style historic property, originally constructed in 1916 and completely restored in 2022, offers a unique blend of character and modern upgrades. The p...
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- 7051935 MLS
This turnkey fourplex is located in North Phoenix & features large 915sqft units which are all 2 bed/2 bath. The unit interiors were fully remodeled in 2022 which inclu...
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- 7051475 MLS
Amazing opportunity! 4 Plex!! Amazing location! Each Unit is a 2 bed, 2 bath, with laundry hookups. HOA includes water/sewer/trash, community pool and landscaping. Un...
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- 7051345 MLS
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- 7050837 MLS
Great Potential. Heavy Industrial Zoning or can also be used as a Multi-Dwelling Unit. Home has a apartment for secondary living. Large covered Carport and Spacious L...
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- 7050686 MLS
Well-maintained and recently renovated duplex offering immediate income potential. Unit A features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and is currently leased at $1,685 per month. ...
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- 7050148 MLS
Excellent investment opportunity for an investor or owner occupant/house hacker! Well maintained block duplex featuring two 2 bed/1 bath units with instant cash flow from...
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- 7050052 MLS
Live in the middle of everything while enjoying the character and charm that make Central Phoenix so special. Located in the highly sought-after Pierson Place Historic Di...
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- 7048918 MLS
20% PRICE REDUCTION. Originally developed in 1960, the property's unit mix features a desirable blend of one studio (±4%) and spacious one-bedroom (±35%) and two-bedroom ...
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- 7048772 MLS
Exceptional value-add opportunity in the heart of Phoenix. Situated on an expansive 14,000 SF lot, this 5-unit multifamily property offers tremendous potential for invest...
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- 7048471 MLS
Turnkey duplex with strong cash-flow potential! Whether you're looking for a long-term rental, short-term rental, or house-hack opportunity, this fully renovated duplex i...
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- 7047080 MLS
Fully occupied! All single level units inside a gated community, mix of one bedroom units (9) and two bedroom units (2). Newly updated kitchen with stainless appliances, ...
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- 7046624 MLS
Built in 1967 and renovated in 2019, Villa Siena is entirely comprised of two-bedroom, one-bathroom floorplans. The clean, modernized interiors have been renovated with s...
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- 7045894 MLS
Set behind mature trees on a flood-irrigated half-acre in Historic Medlock Place, this is one of the most unique opportunities currently available in Central Phoenix. Com...
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- 7045805 MLS
Mountain View 8 Units consists of six one-bedroom/one-bathroom units and two studio units, offering investors a strong cash-flowing multifamily opportunity in North Centr...
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- 7045461 MLS
204 E Hatcher Road presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained duplex in a strong North Central Phoenix location. Built in 2006, the property features two sp...
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- 7045330 MLS
Rare opportunity to acquire a 4-unit portfolio within a boutique 7-unit townhome community in a highly desirable Central Phoenix location. Built in 2016, these well-maint...
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- 7044366 MLS
Excellent four-unit multifamily investment property in the Phoenix metro area, minutes from Downtown Phoenix and the Sports Center. Updated in 2022, this well-maintained ...
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- 7044182 MLS
Step into a century of character ! A Live -Work -Play opportunity in Midtown Phoenix with proven income stream. 2 homes on 1 lot! Multi Generational Living or Student off...
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- 7043196 MLS
Extensively renovated 8-unit multifamily community located along the I-17 corridor in Central Phoenix. Originally constructed in 1958, the property recently underwent a c...
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- 7043158 MLS
Building in photo has been demolished. Located in an Opportunity Zone, this multifamily development site allows for 2 or 3 units to be constructed. Utilities are still in...
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- 7042857 MLS
Fantastic investment opportunity in the heart of Phoenix! This unique property features two detached homes on one oversized 10,000+ square foot lot, offering immediate ca...
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- 7042693 MLS
Cochise Drive fourplex consists of ALL 2 Bed/1 Bath units approximately 700 SF Each with washer/dryers, carport, and private yards. Most of the tenants have been their fo...
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- 7042041 MLS
Prime multifamily investment opportunity Beautiful! well maintained and unique 4-unit + the big storage could be converted as a studio. This 4plex features a welcoming g...
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- 7041284 MLS
Tri-Plex in Phoenix with three rented units! There are two one bedroom one bathroomn units and a two bedroom one bathroom. Each unit has their own gated yards, living roo...
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- 7040737 MLS
Seller carry is available. Shovel ready, fully approved project awaiting a developer to pull permits. Plan set conveys with sale. This 2 story, 20 unit multi-family proje...
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- 7040399 MLS
Exceptional fully occupied 4-plex in North Central Phoenix offering a highly desirable unit mix of four 2-bedroom, 2-bath units. Designed for tenant appeal, each residenc...
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- 7040397 MLS
2024 Built duplex in Opportunity Zone; excellent work-force housing; fully rented and stabilized. Generates $34k income and a 7% CAP rate. Very good condition. Tenants pa...
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- 7040009 MLS
2025 Built duplex in Opportunity Zone; excellent work-force housing; fully rented and stabilized. Generates $36k income and a 7% CAP rate. Very good condition. Tenants pa...
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- 7040008 MLS
2023 Built duplex in Opportunity Zone; excellent work-force housing; fully rented and stabilized. Generates $34k income and a 7% CAP rate. Very good condition. Tenants pa...
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- 7039988 MLS
Turnkey income today with exceptional upside for tomorrow. This unique multifamily opportunity features 2 detached single-family homes, each leased at $2,800/mo. and desi...
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- 7039794 MLS
1 of 2 side-by-side duplexes built in 2025; 2-story; 2-car tandem garage; 3-bedrooms, 2.5 baths. currently rented at $2300 per unit; Fully occupied and stabilized. Excell...
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- 7039557 MLS
1 of 2 side-by-side duplexes built in 2025; 2-story; 2-car tandem garage; 3-bedrooms, 2.5 baths. currently rented at $2300 per unit; Fully occupied and stabilized. Excell...
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- 7039540 MLS
Very rare offering in 85016 ZIP CODE. Clean property in a great east Phoenix/Biltmore location. Established rental community with strong historic occupancy and significan...
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- 7039257 MLS
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully occupied 5 Unit income-producing property consisting of three separate freestanding buildings on one parcel in the rapidly improving C...
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- 7039118 MLS
Exceptional investment opportunity featuring a total of seven units, including a single-family residence & eligible for residential financing. This triplex must be sold w...
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- 7039047 MLS
Exceptional investment opportunity featuring a total of seven units, including a single-family residence & eligible for residential financing. This fourplex must be sold ...
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- 7039046 MLS
Turnkey 8-unit multifamily investment in the heart of the Biltmore area. This gated community features eight large 2-bedroom, 2-bath units with vaulted ceilings, private ...
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- 7038917 MLS
Welcome to Three at Bumbalow - A Rare Triplex Investment in the Heart of Central Phoenix! Three at Bumbalow presents a unique opportunity to own a recently upgraded tr...
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- 7038723 MLS
Seize this fantastic opportunity to own a well-located duplex close to schools, dining, highway access, and sports fields! Each unit features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bath...
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- 7038283 MLS
An amazing investment opportunity in a fantastic central Phoenix location. This 4-plex offers updated units and plenty of off-street parking (4 covered/6 uncovered). All ...
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- 7037733 MLS
Opportunities like this are genuinely rare in central Phoenix. Situated on a nearly 8,000 square foot lot in the heart of the Encanto neighborhood, this property offers t...
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- 7037654 MLS
Investor Special! This duplex offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage, conveniently located near the downtown area with easy access to I-17. The property has b...
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- 7037205 MLS
Excellent value-add multifamily investment opportunity located in the growing Central Phoenix market. This unique 4-unit property offers strong income potential with majo...
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- 7037076 MLS
Great investment opportunity in the highly desirable gated community of Palomino Point! This 4-plex is situated in a single building and features an excellent unit mix co...
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- 7037040 MLS
This is a 4-unit garden-style property. The front house was originally constructed in 1905, while the triplex was built in 1984 using block masonry. The property has bee...
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- 7036877 MLS
Unique multi-unit opportunity featuring three separate residences on one lot! Front home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with spacious living areas, tile flooring and co...
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- 7036189 MLS
Excellent investment opportunity! This 4-plex is ideally located near major freeways, shopping, dining, schools, and everyday conveniences, offering strong appeal for bot...
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- 7036021 MLS
The Chadley at Madison Park is a 5-unit multifamily community originally built in 1958 and comprehensively renovated in 2026.Interior upgrades include updated electrical ...
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- 7035981 MLS
Total 6 units of townhomes all 2 bedrooms/1.5bathroom in a community of total 99 units of Dunlap Condominiums, large 1108sqft for each unit, all units rented, each unit w...
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- 7035349 MLS
Rare Uptown Phoenix 4plex+ compound on one lot that runs from Coolidge to Highland. 4 units/3 buildings: 746 W Coolidge W (3 bed/2b)-1150 sf-$1500R); 746 W Coolidge E (1...
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- 7034814 MLS
Great investment opportunity with this value add 4 plex consisting of 2 separate buildings on a large lot with a very open and spacious community courtyard perfect for ga...
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- 7034632 MLS
Investment opportunity in the heart of Phoenix. This multi-unit property offers income potential with flexible living arrangements ideal for investors, owner-occupants, o...
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- 7034582 MLS
Beautifully updated 3-unit triplex in the desirable Encanto neighborhood! This income-producing property at 2336 N 11th St offers excellent curb appeal with distinctive w...
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- 7034464 MLS
Rare 2004 4-plex consisting of 3 bed 2 bath units. Room for rent increases. Very little competition for 3 bed family sized units in the area. In unit laundry, covered par...
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- 7034315 MLS
Exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Central Phoenix featuring six garden-style apartment units with an unbeatable location offering quick access to Downtow...
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- 7033472 MLS
An exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Downtown Phoenix -- two 4-unit buildings offering a rare chance to own 8 total units with conventional financing eli...
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- 7033471 MLS
An exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Downtown Phoenix -- two 4-unit buildings offering a rare chance to own 8 total units with conventional financing eli...
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- 7033470 MLS
Rare Sunnyslope infill opportunity featuring a single-family residence plus duplex on a ±6,250 SF lot near Central Ave, Sunnyslope High School, the Arizona Canal, dining,...
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- 7033450 MLS
Check out this cash flowing low maintenance fourplex even at today's rates. Complex is located near mostly residential homes near elementary school and within 5 miles of ...
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- 7032228 MLS
Located in the heart of central Phoenix, 1001 North 9th Street presents an outstanding multifamily investment opportunity featuring eight well-positioned studio apartment...
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- 7031957 MLS
Positioned at 16th St & Campbell Avenue, this portfolio presents a rare opportunity to acquire 12 well located 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condominium units in the heart of Pho...
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- 7030971 MLS
Melrose on 5th is a 12-unit multifamily community located in the highly sought after Melrose District. Originally built in 1961, the asset went through extensive repositi...
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- 7030825 MLS
Investor special with strong upside potential! This triplex was previously a 4-plex and could be converted back. Two of the units are in need of repairs and some updatin...
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- 7030749 MLS
Discover modern living in this stunning newly built two-story duplex located in the desirable Camelback East neighborhood. This exceptional duplex home features three sp...
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- 7030100 MLS
Established rent by room tri-plex with over 6 years of history. Strong income track record with $75,000-$79,000 annual rents. Financials available upon request. Recent ...
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- 7030068 MLS
Discover this rare gem--a fully remodeled duplex with 2 detached homes, offering both comfort and exceptional investment potential! Conveniently located along the SR 51 c...
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- 7029468 MLS
Turnkey Furnished Phoenix Duplex | Proven Income-Producing Investment | No HOA Opportunity meets flexibility at 4201 E Almeria Rd, a fully furnished duplex already ope...
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- 7029061 MLS
Back and better than ever with a brand-new roof and major upgrades throughout! Welcome to 2828 E Chipman Rd in Phoenix -- a rare duplex opportunity offering updated livin...
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- 7026854 MLS
MOTIVATED SELLER Nice 4-plex with great upside income potential. Mix of 2 1 bed and 2 2bed units each with separate backyard area for privacy. All 4 units currently rent...
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- 7026645 MLS
Discover a prime investment opportunity in strong central Phoenix with this fully occupied 8-unit multifamily complex generating consistent cash flow from day one. This e...
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- 7025359 MLS
Welcome to an outstanding investment opportunity in desirable South Phoenix! This beautifully renovated duplex offers the perfect blend of strong cash flow, modern finish...
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- 7025341 MLS
Duplex featuring two units, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Both units are occupied.
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- 7025032 MLS
Exceptional investment opportunity in the desirable Arcadia/Osborn corridor! This beautifully renovated duplex features two separate 2 bed / 1 bath units, each currently ...
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- 7024741 MLS
Amazing investment fourplex in North Phoenix! Premium corner building with no shared walls, and easy access to covered parking for tenants. Units consist of: four 2bed/2b...
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- 7023723 MLS
Very charming and quiet mid-century apartment community in midtown Phoenix situated just north of the Phoenix country club features a garden style four-unit building and ...
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- 7022517 MLS
Experience modern living in this innovative 2024 duplex, crafted from high-quality shipping containers. This home is currently a short-term rental. Income docs are availa...
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- 7022329 MLS
Amazing investment fourplex in North Phoenix! Premium corner building with no shared walls, and easy access to covered parking for tenants. Units consist of: one 1bed/1ba...
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- 7021967 MLS
5 Casitas plus smaller laundry room. All recently updated and show great all 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath with Kitchenette SQ.FT. is 450-590 per unit. This sale includes adjoini...
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- 7021704 MLS
Huge opportunity to own a 4-plex investment property in a prime location! Situated in the rapidly growing and highly desirable central Phoenix area near the Downtown, Mid...
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- 7020709 MLS
2923 N 38th St is a fully renovated fourplex in Phoenix's highly desirable 85018 zip code near Arcadia Lite and the Camelback Corridor. This turnkey multifamily investmen...
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- 7020560 MLS
Exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Central Phoenix. Ideally situated near the Biltmore Area and Downtown Phoenix, this gated triplex offers strong in-plac...
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- 7020424 MLS
Well-located 4-plex just minutes from Grand Canyon University presents a strong opportunity for investors seeking consistent income and long-term growth. Its proximity t...
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- 7020368 MLS
Central Phoenix value-add opportunity featuring two separate structures, each offering 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This property provides flexibility for an investor, owne...
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- 7018588 MLS
Seller financing available with a minimum 25-30% down, competitive rate, and flexible terms. Prime redevelopment opportunity in the Garfield Historic District, zoned R-5 ...
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- 7018360 MLS
**Rare Dual-Residence Property | Two Private 2BR Homes | Fenced Yards | No HOA** One property, endless possibilities. Set on an oversized corner lot in one of Centr...
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- 7017676 MLS
Welcome to a truly exceptional and rare real estate opportunity! Single story 4 bed/3 bath mainhome with 2 additional detached rental units on property. Don't miss your c...
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- 7015971 MLS
This is your chance to own a renovated, well maintained duplex in the North Mountain area of Phoenix featuring two fully upgraded 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom units, each with p...
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- 7015927 MLS
Fantastic Investor opportunity! Perfect for the seasoned investor to add to their portfolio or an owner-occupant who wants passive income from stabilized rents. Each unit...
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- 7014410 MLS
DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS!!! 48HR MIN NOTICE. LANDLORDS HAVE CONTINUOUSLY IMPROVED THE PROPERTY SINCE THEY'VE OWNED THEM. ASK FOR A LIST OF UPDATES. PERFECT FOR OWNER OCCU...
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- 7014247 MLS
Fully renovated 3-unit apartment community located in the desirable East Phoenix Submarket. Originally built in 1961, the property has undergone comprehensive interior + ...
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- 7014168 MLS
This 3-unit garden-style property, built in 1986, features three large 3-bedroom / 1-bath units with 980 sqft of living space each. Select units have been upgraded, but t...
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- 7013922 MLS
FULLY REMODELED UNITS! This multi-family property presents a strong, turnkey investment opportunity with immediate and reliable cash flow. The asset consists of four unit...
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- 7013792 MLS
This 7-unit property boasts a fully renovated interior and in-unit washers and dryers in every residence, delivering a truly turn-key investment in the heart of North Pho...
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- 7010684 MLS
Great opportunity in a central Phoenix location! Live in one unit and rent out the others. This property is fully rented out and offers strong potential for investors or ...
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- 7008464 MLS
New construction duplex that is furnished and fully occupied. This property is a coliving, PadSplit, property. Property has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, stainless steel applian...
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- 7008184 MLS
314 West Roosevelt Street is a 12-unit apartment community on a rare half-acre double lot that offers expansion potential under DTC-S-ROO zoning. Situated in the heart of...
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- 7007952 MLS
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Phoenix, AZ Multi-Family Real Estate
The Broker Reserve is Phoenix’s leading brokerage for acquiring and selling multi-family properties. From duplexes and triplexes to apartment complexes and investment communities, we help investors identify income-producing opportunities that align with their long-term goals. With expert market analysis, strategic guidance, and precision negotiation, our team delivers exceptional results across every Phoenix multi-family investment.
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Multi-Family Real Estate in Phoenix
Executive Overview
Multi-family real estate in Phoenix has matured into a sophisticated, cycle-tested market supported by population growth, employment diversification, and relative affordability within the Mountain West. Investors are drawn to the city’s pro-business environment, landlord-friendly regulations, and a broad spectrum of asset types—from vintage workforce housing to institutional-quality, amenitized Class A product and build-to-rent communities. While elevated new supply has tempered rent growth recently, long-term fundamentals remain constructive, positioning multi-family investment properties in Phoenix for competitive, risk-adjusted returns over a full cycle.
Rental Demand: What’s Driving Absorption
Tenant demand in Phoenix is multi-threaded, providing a resilient base across boom and slowdown periods. Key tailwinds include:
- Population and in-migration: Phoenix has been a top destination for domestic movers seeking more space and lower living costs compared with coastal metros.
- Job growth and sector diversification: Expanding footprints in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and business services support household formation and stable renter demand.
- Affordability relative to homeownership: Higher mortgage rates and rising home prices have extended renter tenure, particularly in entry-level and move-up renter cohorts.
- University and medical anchors: Arizona State University, growing research corridors, and major healthcare systems provide consistent leasing pipelines.
- Lifestyle and amenities: Outdoor recreation, new retail corridors, and transit improvements contribute to retention across Class A and Class B assets.
For investors, these factors collectively underpin occupancy and support the thesis for both stabilized acquisitions and value-add plays in multi-family real estate in Phoenix.
Investment Potential and Return Profiles
Multi-family investment properties in Phoenix can deliver a range of outcomes depending on strategy and basis. Over the next few years, return potential is likely to be shaped by interest rate normalization, the pace of new deliveries, and operational execution.
- Core and core-plus: Institutional-quality assets in prime submarkets target durable cash flow with modest growth, emphasizing tenant retention and expense control.
- Value-add Class B/C: The largest opportunity set historically involves renovating 1980s–2000s vintage stock to modern finishes, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing amenities to lift effective rents.
- Build-to-rent (BTR): Phoenix is a national leader in horizontal multi-family. BTR can offer single-family living with multi-family operations, capturing strong family-oriented demand and longer average tenancy.
- Small multi-family (2–20 units): Attractive to private buyers seeking hands-on management, forced appreciation through capex, and flexibility in financing and exit options.
Underwriting discipline is paramount: conservative rent growth assumptions, realistic lease-up timelines, and capex buffers can preserve yield as supply and financing conditions evolve.
Market Trends to Watch
Recent cycles in Phoenix showcase both strength and cyclicality:
- Supply wave and concessions: Elevated deliveries have created competitive lease-ups, periodic concessions, and tempered effective rent growth. As the pipeline normalizes, absorption should gradually improve.
- Interest rates and cap rates: Financing costs have widened equity yield targets and reset valuations. Opportunities may emerge where sellers face maturity pressure or where assumable low-rate debt exists.
- Operational focus: Operators that excel at resident experience, renewal management, and expense control (utilities, insurance, repairs) are outperforming in a competitive landscape.
- Demand mix: Workforce housing remains resilient given affordability constraints, while Class A assets compete on amenities, location, and brand.
These dynamics favor investors who can buy well, manage actively, and hold through stabilization periods.
Submarket and Neighborhood Insights
Granular market knowledge often drives alpha. Key areas include:
- Central Phoenix (Downtown, Midtown, Roosevelt Row): Strong renter pool, transit access, and cultural amenities. A mix of new Class A and older stock offers both core and value-add strategies.
- East Valley (Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert): ASU-proximate demand, technology and manufacturing employers, and improving transit arteries. Tempe and Chandler skew toward higher-income renters; Mesa offers diverse vintage and price points.
- Scottsdale and North Phoenix: Premium demographics and high-credit tenants support core-plus plays. Renovated 1980s–2000s communities can capture rent premiums with measured capex.
- West Valley (Glendale, Peoria, Avondale, Goodyear, Surprise): Rapid growth supported by logistics, industrial expansion, and new infrastructure. BTR and workforce housing have strong traction.
- South Phoenix and Laveen: Emerging corridors benefiting from new retail and road improvements. Select value-add opportunities exist with careful underwriting of tenant profiles and capex scope.
Submarket selection should align with strategy: high-growth corridors for lease-up potential, infill for supply constraints and long-term rent durability.
Asset Types and Strategies
Investors in multi-family real estate in Phoenix can tailor strategy to risk tolerance and operational strengths:
- Stabilized Class A: Prioritize cost of capital, resident experience, and ancillary income (parking, pet fees, storage, smart-home premiums).
- Class B/C value-add: Focus on durable finishes, HVAC and roof upgrades, water-saving fixtures, and curb appeal that improves competitive positioning.
- Boutique and small multi-family: Leverage nimble renovations, in-house management, and local vendor relationships to create value quickly.
- Student-adjacent assets: Near ASU and satellite campuses, emphasize pre-leasing, roommate-friendly floor plans, and robust internet and study amenities.
- BTR communities: Operate with multi-family efficiencies while offering single-family layouts, garages, and private yards to reduce turnover.
Underwriting and Financial Considerations
Disciplined underwriting is essential for multi-family investment properties in Phoenix:
- Revenue: Model modest near-term rent growth where new supply is heavy; stress-test occupancy and concessions. Underwrite renewal/turnover splits and seasonality.
- Expenses: Track insurance trends, utility inflation, landscaping and pest control, pool maintenance, and HVAC service. Consider RUBS or sub-metering where feasible and compliant.
- Taxes: Reassess property tax projections post-sale to reflect reassessment risk. Validate any municipal residential rental taxes or phase-outs in effect at the time of acquisition.
- Capex: Budget for roofs, HVAC replacements, parking lot resurfacing, exterior paint, and plumbing. Prioritize upgrades that reduce operating costs and support rent premiums.
- Reserves: Maintain adequate operating and replacement reserves to navigate lease-up and macro volatility.
Financing Landscape
Capital availability remains selective but accessible for well-underwritten deals:
- Agency loans (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac): Attractive for stabilized 5+ unit assets, with emphasis on DSCR, occupancy history, and sponsorship.
- Banks and credit unions: Relationship-driven terms for smaller deals and business plans with moderate capex.
- Bridge debt: Useful for heavy value-add or lease-up, often floating-rate with interest rate cap requirements; underwrite realistic exit debt assumptions.
- Assumable loans: Legacy low-coupon debt can be a pricing lever, subject to lender approval and potential supplemental financing.
- Prepayment structures: Model yield maintenance or step-down penalties to optimize exit timing.
Regulatory, Legal, and Tax Context
Arizona’s framework is generally landlord-friendly, but investors should confirm current statutes and local ordinances prior to closing:
- Landlord-tenant law: Streamlined processes relative to many coastal states; nonetheless, adhere strictly to notice and documentation requirements.
- Licensing and compliance: Verify city requirements for rental registrations, inspections, and business licenses.
- Rental taxes: Some municipalities have historically levied residential rental taxes; legislation has aimed to phase out or reduce these. Confirm current applicability and timing in your submarket.
- Fair housing and source-of-income rules: Maintain compliant screening and advertising practices; train staff and audit regularly.
- Short-term rentals: If considering hybrid strategies, verify local rules and HOA restrictions; most multi-family assets operate as long-term rentals.
Operations and Property Management Best Practices
Superior operations distinguish top-performing multi-family real estate in Phoenix:
- Leasing and renewals: Optimize pricing with market comps, manage concessions carefully, and prioritize renewal retention to minimize turn costs.
- Amenities and resident experience: Package lockers, fitness, co-working lounges, and pet amenities can drive premiums in competitive submarkets.
- Sustainability and resilience: Implement smart thermostats, low-flow fixtures, shade structures, reflective roofing, and drought-tolerant landscaping to cut costs and improve comfort in hot months.
- Vendor management: Build relationships with HVAC, roofing, and landscaping partners; negotiate portfolio rates where possible.
- Data and reporting: Track lead sources, application-to-lease conversion, work-order SLA, and delinquency to inform proactive decisions.
Risks and Mitigation
Prudent investors assess and mitigate the following risks:
- New supply: Focus on submarkets with barriers to entry or diversify across corridors to reduce exposure to lease-up competition.
- Interest rate and refinance risk: Target fixed-rate or hedged floating-rate debt; underwrite conservative exit cap rates.
- Insurance and climate: Anticipate premium variability; invest in heat-resilient building systems, preventative maintenance, and water management.
- Operational execution: Employ experienced third-party managers or build in-house capability; align incentives to NOI growth and resident satisfaction.
- Macroeconomic shocks: Maintain liquidity, avoid aggressive leverage, and use scenario analyses to protect downside.
Outlook: Medium-Term Perspective
As the development pipeline moderates and employment continues to diversify, Phoenix should regain balanced rent growth supported by steady in-migration and relative affordability. Multi-family investment properties in Phoenix are positioned to benefit from normalization in concessions, operational efficiencies, and the eventual stabilization of financing markets. Long-term, demand for quality rentals—especially well-located Class B value-add and BTR product—remains compelling.
Action Plan for Investors
To capitalize on opportunities in multi-family real estate in Phoenix, consider the following steps:
- Define strategy: Select core, value-add, BTR, or small multi-family based on risk tolerance, time horizon, and operational capacity.
- Target submarkets: Map employer nodes, transit, schools, and retail. Align asset class with local renter demographics.
- Build your team: Engage a Phoenix-focused broker, property manager, real estate attorney, tax advisor, and lender early.
- Underwrite conservatively: Stress-test occupancy, concessions, rates, and exit cap. Include realistic tax reassessment and insurance assumptions.
- Execute capex with precision: Prioritize improvements that yield measurable rent lifts or expense reductions; track payback periods.
- Monitor KPIs: Lease trade-outs, renewal rates, delinquency, work-order times, marketing conversions, and NOI margin.
- Plan your exit: Understand loan prepayment, buyer pools, and potential for supplemental debt or recapitalization.
Conclusion
Multi-family real estate in Phoenix offers a compelling blend of scale, liquidity, and growth, supported by enduring demand drivers and operational levers that investors can control. With disciplined underwriting, thoughtful submarket selection, and rigorous operations, multi-family investment properties in Phoenix can deliver resilient income and attractive total returns across market cycles.
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