Location
In The Heart of It All
SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center, is strategically located in the McDowell Road Corridor in South Scottsdale, offering numerous benefits to potential tenants. This area is undergoing significant revitalization, making it an attractive location for businesses seeking a dynamic and growing environment. The Corridor’s proximity to major transportation routes, including the Loop 101 freeway and Scottsdale Road, ensures excellent connectivity to the broader Phoenix metropolitan area, which is crucial for businesses that rely on easy access for employees, clients, and partners.
South Scottsdale is also close to key economic hubs such as downtown Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix, providing tenants with access to a diverse and skilled labor pool. The area is known for its vibrant lifestyle amenities, including restaurants, shopping centers, and recreational facilities, which enhance the quality of life for employees and make the location appealing for attracting top talent.
The area’s ongoing development and the presence of SkySong create a synergistic environment where businesses can thrive, making the McDowell Road Corridor a highly desirable location for companies seeking growth, innovation, and a vibrant community.
Years of Revitalization
SkySong’s location in the McDowell Road Corridor in South Scottsdale is not just an asset due to its current features but also because of the area’s significant revitalization over the years. Once a corridor marked by underutilized properties and aging infrastructure, the McDowell Road area has transformed into a vibrant, emerging hub for business, technology, and innovation.
Investments were made to improve infrastructure, upgrade streetscapes, and attract new businesses. A key milestone in this transformation was the opening of SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center, in the mid-2000s. This development became a catalyst for further growth, attracting tech firms, startups, and research institutions eager to tap into the synergy created by SkySong and its connection to Arizona State University.
The corridor’s transformation was also driven by a concerted effort to enhance the area’s livability and appeal. New residential developments, mixed-use projects, and lifestyle amenities were introduced, turning the once-overlooked corridor into a desirable place to live, work, and play. The area’s evolution has been further supported by the city’s commitment to sustainable development, making it attractive to companies that prioritize environmental responsibility.
The result of these efforts is a dynamic, forward-thinking district that combines the best of urban living with a strong focus on innovation and business growth. For potential tenants, SkySong’s location in the McDowell Road Corridor offers not just a place to do business but a community that supports long-term success and growth. The area’s revitalization is a testament to the potential that lies ahead, making it an ideal location for companies looking to be part of a thriving, future-oriented community.
