Park Premiere South Two Townhouses
Tempe, Arizona
Park Premiere South Two is an established townhome community located in Tempe, Arizona (85283), near Guadalupe Road and Rural Road. Developed in the early 1970s, the subdivision was formally recorded in Book 155 of Maps, Page 7, Maricopa County Records. The community is situated in the Northeast Quarter of Section 10, Township 1 South, Range 4 East, Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian
Historical Background
The Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) for Park Premiere South Two was executed on July 15, 1971 by Arizona Title Insurance and Trust Company, as Trustee. The recorded declaration established the legal framework for ownership, maintenance obligations, architectural control, and community governance that continues to shape the neighborhood today.
The subdivision includes Lots 325 through 373, inclusive, along with portions of Tract “I” designated as Common Area. The development was planned as a townhouse project with shared party walls, private patios, and common open space. From its inception, the community was structured around collective maintenance and shared amenities.
The original recorded plat and site plan (Book 155 of Maps, Page 7) illustrate the layout of attached townhomes organized around internal drives, common green space, and recreational areas. The plat identifies the subdivision as a “Planned Residential Development,” reflecting the development style common in Tempe during the 1970s expansion period.
Community Structure and Governance
Park Premiere South Two was established with a homeowners association responsible for maintaining common areas and exterior elements of the buildings. The CC&Rs provide for:
- Mandatory membership for all lot owners
- Annual and special assessments for maintenance and capital improvements
- Exterior maintenance responsibilities handled by the Association
- Architectural review requirements for exterior modifications
- Assigned parking rights for each unit
The original maximum annual assessment was set at $360 per lot, reflecting the 1971 economic conditions at the time of formation. The governing documents emphasize shared responsibility for party walls, exterior maintenance, landscaping, and common utilities. The Association is responsible for exterior surfaces, roofs, landscaping, and common water service, reinforcing the community’s townhouse-style structure.
Architectural Character
Built between approximately 1972 and 1975, the townhomes reflect typical Hallcraft-era Tempe construction:
- Attached multi-unit buildings
- Stucco exteriors
- Private enclosed patios
- Open common green areas
- Community recreational facilities
The plat and site plan show structured internal circulation and designated common recreational space. The CC&Rs strictly limit non-residential uses and control exterior alterations to preserve uniformity.
Location and Setting
The subdivision is located within close proximity to:
- Kiwanis Park
- Ken McDonald Golf Course
- Major retail and dining corridors along Rural Road and Guadalupe Road
- Arizona State University (within driving distance)
Tempe’s growth during the 1970s positioned Park Premiere South Two in an established residential corridor that remains centrally located within the city.
Today
Park Premiere South Two remains an active, governed townhouse community with mature landscaping, shared amenities, and a defined architectural identity rooted in its early-1970s development. The recorded documents and original plat establish a clear legal and physical framework that continues to guide the community’s structure, maintenance obligations, and governance more than five decades after its formation .