West RDA
Authentic Culture. Built-In Demand. Real Momentum.
The West Redevelopment Area (RDA) is one of Mesa’s most dynamic and culturally rich districts — a place where authentic global culture, entrepreneurial energy, and strategic reinvestment intersect. What sets this area apart isn’t just its location or infrastructure — it’s its identity.
At the heart of the West RDA is Mesa’s Asian District, the only designated Asian District in Arizona. This vibrant cultural corridor has emerged organically, driven by generations of entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, and community leaders who have shaped a destination unlike any other in the state.
Unmatched Connectivity: With unparalleled access to freeway systems and light rail, the West RDA offers swift connections to talent, commerce, and regional markets.
Workforce + Talent Nodes: Home to the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT), the West RDA benefits from a built-in workforce pipeline, supporting career-ready talent in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and skilled trades.
Adaptive Reuse Potential: From historic buildings to legacy commercial sites, the West RDA invites investor creativity.
Why Invest
For investors seeking projects with character, demand, and long-term relevance, the West RDA offers something rare: a place with a story that’s already being told and room to help write what comes next.
Whether you’re seeking transit-oriented development, mixed-use investment, or culturally oriented placemaking opportunities, the West Redevelopment Area offers a landscape rich in connectivity, community, and long-term growth potential.
Area Highlights
The West Redevelopment Area offers investors a rare combination of transit access, workforce readiness, and established employment infrastructure. Light rail service and immediate access to US-60, Loop 101, and Loop 202 provide regional connectivity, while employment hubs such as Broadway 101 support job-generating development. The presence of the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) strengthens the corridor’s workforce pipeline, aligning redevelopment opportunities with career-ready talent across high-demand industries. Flexible land use patterns and adaptive reuse potential further support a range of development strategies.
Redevelopment Tools Available
Mesa offers a suite of redevelopment tools designed to reduce project risk and support catalytic investment in targeted areas. Depending on project scope and location, tools may include Government Property Lease Excise Tax (GPLET), infrastructure participation, site-specific agreements, and access to state and federal funding programs. These tools are applied strategically to support projects that align with community goals, strengthen market feasibility, and accelerate redevelopment momentum.
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