Local developer Vestar just announced Legacy Park — a massive, multi-billion-dollar mixed-use project that’s about to reshape the East Valley.

If you live here, are thinking about moving here, or just want to know what’s coming to our side of town… here’s the scoop.

What’s Being Built

Legacy Park is set to cover 200 acres near Mesa Gateway Airport, ASU Polytechnic, and Arizona Athletic Grounds. Here’s what’s in the plans:

• 300,000 sq. ft. of shops & restaurants – Think Scottsdale Quarter vibes, but right here in Mesa.

• 2,500 new apartments – More housing to keep up with demand.

• A 600-room resort hotel – Yep, a true resort on this side of town.

• 3.4 million sq. ft. of office space – Big enough to bring in major companies and new jobs.

• 20-acre park with a lake & trails – Because who doesn’t want some green space?

Construction is scheduled to start in 2027, with phase one bringing retail, the hotel, 700 apartments, some office space, and the park.

Why It Matters to Locals

This isn’t just another shopping center. Legacy Park is going to impact all of us in the East Valley.

• For current residents: More dining, shopping, and lifestyle options without having to drive into Scottsdale or Tempe.

• For future residents: It makes Mesa an even bigger draw for people moving to Arizona — housing, jobs, and entertainment all in one place.

• For home values: Developments like this usually push property values higher. As more people want to live near these amenities, demand in Mesa, Queen Creek, and Gilbert goes up.

• For growth overall: This is another piece of the puzzle turning southeast Mesa into a true hub, alongside Gateway Airport, ASU Poly, and the Athletic Grounds.

My Local Take

I’ve lived and worked in the East Valley long enough to know: projects like this are game changers.

This isn’t a “maybe one day” idea — Legacy Park is already in motion. And when it happens, it’s going to completely change the way we think about living in southeast Mesa.

If you’re here already, you’ll get to enjoy new restaurants, jobs, and lifestyle perks. If you’re planning a move, this is the kind of development that makes the East Valley one of the hottest places to be in Arizona.

Wrap-Up

Legacy Park is big news for Mesa — and honestly, for the whole East Valley.

I’ll be keeping tabs on every step as we get closer to 2027, so if you want to stay updated on what’s coming (and how it’s going to affect local housing and lifestyle), stick around.

This is the stuff that shapes our neighborhoods, our property values, and our daily lives — and I’ll keep you in the loop.