Commercial Real Estate — Arizona

Helping Early Education
Operators Find the
Right Space to Grow

Pre-schools, childcare centers, and early learning programs deserve a real estate partner who truly understands their business. I specialize in finding, buying, selling, and leasing the spaces that serve children and families.

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Steffy Hristova, MBA, Realtor®
Steffy Hristova,
MBA  |  Realtor®  |  Your Tempe Realtor®
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Specialty Market Segments
#5
Ranked in Arizona 2025
MBA
Graduate Business Degree
AZ
Greater Phoenix Area
What I Do

Specialized Real Estate Services
for Early Education

Whether you're opening your first location, expanding, investing, or landlording—I bring focused commercial real estate expertise to the early childhood education sector.

Pre-School Buildings

Finding, buying, or leasing standalone pre-school facilities designed or adaptable for early childhood use—playgrounds, classroom layouts, drop-off flow, and zoning all considered.

Childcare Centers

Licensed childcare operations require specific spatial requirements. I understand licensing square-footage standards, outdoor play areas, and the building features lenders and landlords need to see.

Early Learning Programs

From Montessori to language immersion programs, early learning operators need flexible, code-compliant spaces. I source properties and negotiate terms that protect your program's mission.

Buying Your First Location

Ready to stop renting and own your space? I guide owner-operators through the commercial purchase process—financing, inspections, permitting, and closing—with confidence.

Expanding to a Second Location

Growth is exciting and complex. I help you find your next site, evaluate neighborhoods by demographics, and structure a deal that makes the expansion financially sound.

Selling Your School Property

When it's time to transition, I market your property to the right buyers—investors, operators, and developers who recognize the value of an education-configured building.

Who I Serve

Three Audiences.
One Focused Expert.

The early education real estate market connects operators, capital, and real property in a unique way. I work across all three sides of that equation.

Let's Talk About Your Needs

Owner / Operators

You run a pre-school, childcare, or early learning program and need the right space—whether that's your first location, a second site, or ownership instead of leasing. I understand what your licensing requires, what your families expect, and what your budget demands.

Investors

Childcare tenants offer exceptional stability—long lease terms, low turnover, and recession-resistant demand. I help investors identify and acquire properties occupied or suitable for quality early education operators, with an eye on cap rates, NOI, and tenant creditworthiness.

Landlords

Leasing commercial space to an education business requires understanding licensing implications, tenant improvement needs, and local zoning. I connect landlords with qualified childcare operators and help structure leases that work for both sides of the table.

How It Works

From Conversation
to Closing

My process is straightforward, transparent, and built around your timeline. Every client—operator, investor, or landlord—gets the same focused attention.

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Discovery Conversation

We talk through your goals, timeline, budget, and what you need in a space—or a tenant. No sales pitch, just listening.

Curated Property Search

I compile a targeted list of available properties or qualified tenants matching your criteria—not a generic MLS dump.

Tours & Due Diligence

We visit the best options together. I walk you through zoning considerations, licensing implications, and deal structure.

Negotiate & Close

I negotiate on your behalf and manage the transaction to a smooth closing—keeping you informed at every step.

Steffy Hristova
Ranking Arizona – Ranked #5 Real Estate Agents 2025
About Steffy

A Realtor® Who Brings
Business Acumen to Every Deal

Steffy Hristova, MBA, Realtor® brings a rare combination of graduate-level business education and hands-on commercial real estate expertise to the early childhood education sector. Based in Tempe, Arizona, she has built a focused niche helping the people who build communities—early education operators—find the spaces they need to serve families.

Ranked #5 in Arizona for Real Estate Agents by Ranking Arizona in 2025, Steffy's reputation is built on market knowledge, honest guidance, and a client-first approach. She is affiliated with HomeSmart Elite Group, one of Arizona's most respected real estate organizations.

Deep knowledge of Arizona commercial zoning and childcare licensing requirements
Experienced in leases, purchases, and sale-leaseback structures for education properties
Connected network of investors specifically interested in education-sector tenants
Patient, detail-oriented advisor—not a transaction volume chaser
MBA Graduate Arizona Licensed Realtor® HomeSmart Elite Group Ranking Arizona #5 – 2025 Tempe, AZ
Let's Connect

Ready to Find the Right Space?

Whether you're searching, investing, or leasing—send Steffy a message and she'll personally follow up with a curated list of available properties and next steps.

Get in Touch

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Phone / Text
602-710-8161
Market Area
Greater Phoenix / Tempe, AZ
HomeSmart Elite

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