By Maria Polletta | The Arizona Republic
Enviable demographics and a few key amenities have helped south-central Mesa quietly catch the eyes of deep-pocketed developers, prompting a recent surge of investment that will likely top $200 million.
Proposed projects range from small-scale infill developments to lavish housing complexes — all welcome in District 2, a sector oft overlooked in favor of downtown’s storied history or the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway area’s tech-heavy allure.
Some of the sites in question have been vacant for decades, and there are plenty of others that could benefit from some TLC.
