Gilbert Square Apartments
The Gilbert Square Apartments in Mesa, Arizona, offer a short commute to the Arizona State University as well as elementary, middle and high schools. Situated on East Covina Street, residents can reach University Drive within minutes by car. Going west on University will lead you straight into the Tempe campus. In light traffic, you should reach the eastern edge of campus in less than 20 minutes.
You will need additional time to each the stadiums and training fields in north campus or the academic buildings located in south campus. University Drive will also lead to regions of Tempe west of the campus, so you can explore a variety of restaurants and parks just by following this road.
Transportation
It can take close to an hour to reach ASU by bus or light rail, so most residents of Gilbert Square drive their personal vehicles to class or work. If you want to take public transportation, the closest bus stops are on University Drive. Bus route 30 serves this road and will take you to all points east and west of campus.
If you’re willing to walk approximately 15 minutes, you can go to the intersection of Main Street and Gilbert Road to catch a Main Street Link bus headed towards Mesa Drive. This will take you to the light rail station located near Main and Mesa Drive. Take a westbound train headed for 19th Avenue to reach the corner of Veterans Way and College Avenue. This is on the northwestern corner of campus, close to the Sun Devil Stadium, aquatics complex and Wells Fargo Arena.
You can also continue riding the train to reach destinations located northwest of campus. Local buses will take you to a variety of restaurants, bars, bowling alleys and parks located in Mesa near the apartments.
Things Nearby
Located less than a mile east of Hawthorne Elementary School, one mile from Poston Junior High and two miles from Mountain View High, the Gilbert Square apartment community is just as convenient for families as it is ASU students and faculty. For outdoor recreation, Mountain View Park is just a short drive or bus ride away. The immediate area is home to many Mexican restaurants, and the Riviera Plaza Shopping Center is within walking distance.