Ben Graham, Realtor

Ben Graham, Realtor When you work with Ben, you get personalized attention every step of the way. Contact him today for exceptional service you can rely on.

I'm Ben Graham w/ eXp Realty & Chandler’s Go-To Realtor for 55+ Homeowners & Downsizers | SRES® | 15+ Years | 500+ Homes Sold | Helping adults 55+ simplify life transitions — whether selling, relocating, or finding the next place to call home. Since 2011, Ben has helped hundreds of families buy & sell, gaining 100's of 5-star reviews. A top-performing Realtor in the Southeast Valley, he's been rec

ognized 5x as a Top 40 Under 40 Award Recipient among West and Southeast Valley Realtors. With a reputation for effective communication and market knowledge, Ben is committed to making your transaction smooth and stress-free. As a diligent licensed Realtor, he brings unparalleled passion and expertise to every client interaction. Ben's market expertise, negotiation skills, and professionalism will exceed your expectations when buying or selling a home.

09/05/2026

Chandler is a square-mile grid. Every stoplight is a mile apart, figure 2 to 3 minutes a mile. Some of South Chandler sits five miles below the 202, so you’re spending 10 to 15 minutes before you’ve gotten anywhere. That’s the real cost of going further south and almost nobody prices it in.

Three others worth checking: Ocotillo usually means two HOAs, a master plus your neighborhood. Most power lines here are buried but some roads like Germann carry high voltage. And most buyers want north-south facing so the afternoon sun isn’t on the back of the house.

I pulled every luxury sale in South Chandler for the past year. Every home that sat over 200 days was overpriced, not badly located.

Comment PRECHECK and I’ll send you the full checklist.

Got questions? Call or text me at 480-448-2020.

09/04/2026

Same house, Gilbert versus Chandler, is usually fifty to a hundred thousand dollars apart. Gilbert is newer and further out, and that’s most of the gap.

What you give back is freeway access. South Gilbert has the 202. Chandler has the 202, the 101, and the I-10.

If you’re relocating to the East Valley and you’re torn between Chandler and Gilbert, the real question is whether a newer house is worth fifteen minutes a day for the next ten years.

Comment MATCHUP and I’ll send you the full breakdown.

Got questions? Call or text me at 480-448-2020.

09/04/2026

The inventory shift happening in South Tempe and South Chandler right now, and what it means if you're buying this fall.

Both zip codes tightened last month, and that's worth paying attention to.
In South Tempe, active listings dropped from 44 to 43 and months of supply fell from 1.4 to 1.1. That's already a thin market getting thinner. Days on market for active listings actually dropped too, homes are moving faster than they were a month ago.

In South Chandler, the drop was sharper. Active listings fell from 262 to 238, and months of supply went from 2.8 to 2.3. Sales per month climbed from 77 to 84 over the same period. More buyers closing, fewer homes left to choose from.

Neither zip is in a frenzy. But the direction matters more than the snapshot. If inventory keeps thinning into fall the way it did this past month, the negotiating room buyers have right now, especially in South Chandler, won't last indefinitely.

If you're planning to buy this fall, the honest advice is simple: don't wait for more inventory to show up. Right now it's doing the opposite.

📩 Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you my free 84/48 Luxury Guide, at 8448Luxury.com.

Comment TACKROOMand I'll send you the full details on this one.Or text me at 480-448-2020.8634 S Stanley Pl is the kind ...
09/04/2026

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and I'll send you the full details on this one.
Or text me at 480-448-2020.

8634 S Stanley Pl is the kind of South Tempe home most people don’t realize exists.

This is Buena Vista Ranchos - where country-style living and big lots meet one of the most convenient parts of the East Valley.

Inside, the home has been completely transformed, but it still has character. The kitchen is the centerpiece, with tall ceilings, a huge island, induction cooking, multiple ovens, a wine fridge, lighted drawers, and a big window looking out toward the pool.

And then you step outside.

🏊 Private pool + huge covered patio
🐴 Horse stalls + barn/tack shed
🌳 Nearly one full acre
🚐 RV gate
🚗 Pull-through 2-car garage
🔥 Petrified wood fireplace

The primary suite was also reimagined with an office/art studio, freestanding soaking tub, tiled shower, dual sinks, and custom cabinetry.

📍 8634 S Stanley Pl, Tempe, AZ 85284
📍 Buena Vista Ranchos
💰 $1,650,000
🛏 4 bedrooms | 🛁 3.5 bathrooms
📐 4,428 sq ft
🌳 0.986-acre lot
🏊 Private pool

Buena Vista Ranchos is one of those South Tempe neighborhoods that feels very different from what many people picture when they hear “Tempe.” You get large lots and an equestrian feel while still having access to the 101, 202, I-10 and US-60.

If this were yours, are you spending more time around the pool or out with the horses?

Comment TACKROOM
and I'll send you the full details on this one.
Or text me at 480-448-2020.

Curated locally by Ben Graham, Tempe & Chandler REALTOR®.

Listing courtesy of Nick Bastian.

Big island, plenty of counter space, room for everyone to gather. This is the kind of kitchen that makes buyers stop scr...
09/02/2026

Big island, plenty of counter space, room for everyone to gather. This is the kind of kitchen that makes buyers stop scrolling 🍽️

As we head into fall, kitchens like this tend to be a major selling point for homes in Chandler. Buyers pay close attention to layout, finishes, and how the space works for everyday life and entertaining. As a Chandler Realtor, I help sellers highlight what buyers actually want, and I help buyers spot quality that holds its value long term.

If you’ve been searching for a Realtor near me in the Southeast Valley, I’d be glad to walk you through your options, whether you’re selling a larger family home or downsizing into a 55+ community in Sun Lakes.

Here’s how I can help this season:
✔ Pricing guidance based on current Chandler market trends
✔ Tips on which kitchen updates pay off before listing
✔ A simple plan for your next move, start to finish

Reach out to Ben Graham, your Chandler real estate agent with eXp, and let’s talk about what your home could be worth this fall.

09/02/2026

Comment/DM “MOVEME” to schedule a showing or if you have a question I need to answer, and tag someone who’d want this almost one-acre Tempe setup. 8634 S Stanley Pl is the kind of South Tempe home most people don’t realize exists.

This is Buena Vista Ranchos - where country-style living and big lots meet one of the most convenient parts of the East Valley.

Inside, the home has been completely transformed, but it still has character. The kitchen is the centerpiece, with tall ceilings, a huge island, induction cooking, multiple ovens, a wine fridge, lighted drawers, and a big window looking out toward the pool.

And then you step outside.

🏊 Private pool + huge covered patio
🐴 Horse stalls + barn/tack shed
🌳 Nearly one full acre
🚐 RV gate
🚗 Pull-through 2-car garage
🔥 Petrified wood fireplace

The primary suite was also reimagined with an office/art studio, freestanding soaking tub, tiled shower, dual sinks, and custom cabinetry.

📍 8634 S Stanley Pl, Tempe, AZ 85284
📍 Buena Vista Ranchos
💰 $1,650,000
🛏 4 bedrooms | 🛁 3.5 bathrooms
📐 4,428 sq ft
🌳 0.986-acre lot
🏊 Private pool

Buena Vista Ranchos is one of those South Tempe neighborhoods that feels very different from what many people picture when they hear “Tempe.” You get large lots and an equestrian feel while still having access to the 101, 202, I-10 and US-60.

If this were yours, are you spending more time around the pool or out with the horses?

Text MOVEME to 480-448-2020 for the details.

Curated locally by Ben Graham, Tempe & Chandler REALTOR®.
Comment/DM/Text “MOVEME” to schedule a showing or if you have a question I need to answer.
480-448-2020 📲

Listing courtesy of Nick Bastian.

09/02/2026

Single story vs two story in South Tempe or South Chandler: the real dollar difference, and why it exists.

Buyers ask me about this constantly, usually assuming the price gap is small. It's not.
Single-story homes at comparable square footage and finish level typically command a meaningful premium in both zip codes, and the gap has only gotten wider over the past several years, not narrower.

Why. Simple supply and demand. Most of the newer luxury product built in the last fifteen years leans two-story, because it's cheaper per square foot to build up than out on a given lot size. Meanwhile demand for single-story has grown, driven by empty nesters downsizing, buyers thinking about aging in place, and people who just don't want to climb stairs to get to bed.
The result: single-story inventory in the $1M to $2M range in 85284 and 85248 moves fast, often before it's widely marketed. Two-story homes with equivalent finishes sit longer and negotiate more.

If single story is a must for you, the strategy isn't waiting for the right one to show up on a search alert. It's having someone watching for it before it's public.

📩 Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you my free 84/48 Luxury Guide, at 8448Luxury.com.

08/31/2026

I've sold in this corridor since 2011. Here's the one thing that hasn't changed and the one thing that has.

What hasn't changed: the reason people move here. Space, schools, and a commute that doesn't eat your life. Every single relocation conversation I've had in fourteen years eventually comes back to those three things, no matter what year it is or what the market's doing.
What has changed: who's asking. In 2011, my buyers were almost entirely local, people already in the Valley moving up. Today, a meaningful share of my conversations start with someone I've never met, in another state, who found me through a video or a search before they ever picked up the phone.

That shift changed how I work more than the market itself did. I used to sell houses. Now I spend a lot of my time being the person who explains this Valley to someone who's never set foot in it, before they ever get on a plane to look.

The fundamentals held. The way people get here changed completely. I'd bet that trend keeps accelerating, not reversing.

📩 Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you my free 84/48 Luxury Guide, at 8448Luxury.com.

Single-story living never goes out of style in Arizona 🌵Homes like this one, with easy-to-maintain yards and no stairs t...
08/30/2026

Single-story living never goes out of style in Arizona 🌵

Homes like this one, with easy-to-maintain yards and no stairs to worry about, are a big reason so many buyers are drawn to Chandler and Sun Lakes. If you're thinking about downsizing or finding a home that fits a simpler lifestyle, layout and lot matter just as much as location.

As a Chandler Realtor, I help you weigh the details:
✔ Single-level floor plans that age well
✔ Low-maintenance landscaping options
✔ 55+ communities with the right amenities for you

Whether you're selling a larger family home or buying your next one, having a Chandler real estate agent who knows these neighborhoods makes the process smoother. If you've been searching for a Realtor near me, I'd love to help.

Send me a message and let's map out your next chapter.

08/28/2026

If I were building a rental portfolio in the Southeast Valley at the $1M+ level, these are the only two zip codes I'd consider.

Most rental investment advice in this Valley points you toward volume, cheaper entry points, higher unit counts, more doors. That's a different strategy than what I'd run at the $1M+ level.
At this price point, you're not buying doors, you're buying tenant quality and long-term stability, and South Tempe and South Chandler deliver both better than almost anywhere else in the metro.

The tenant pool in these zips skews toward corporate relocators on temporary assignment and executives between home purchases. That's a fundamentally different renter than what you'd attract at a lower price point elsewhere, longer stays, fewer issues, less turnover cost.
Both zips also sit inside excellent, stable school districts, which matters even for renters. Families relocating temporarily still want their kids in Kyrene or Chandler Unified, and they'll pay for it.

And both have a limited, mature supply of single-family inventory at this price tier, which protects your long-term value in a way that newer, still-building suburbs can't promise yet.
Fewer doors. Better tenants. That's the trade I'd make every time at this level.

📩 Comment "GUIDE" and I'll send you my free 84/48 Luxury Guide, at 8448Luxury.com.

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