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Mortgage Matchup Center

The downtown Phoenix arena formerly known as Footprint Center, pairing Suns and Mercury energy with excellent light-rail access… Read more

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Reviewed 10.11.26

Bags & entry
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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)Use light rail or pre-purchase a downtown garage through the arena's current parking partner; map the exit direction before entering a one-way street grid.
Arrive
Mortgage Matchup Center is at 201 E. Jefferson Street in downtown Phoenix. The current transportation page links advance ParkWhiz reservations; parking has no in-and-out privileges, and valet is restricted to eligible ticket holders. Check Valley Metro’s current route and service before traveling. Download the Suns-Mercury-Mortgage-Matchup-CTR app or open Ticketmaster, then add tickets to your digital wallet before arrival. The Suns chart is dated 2025–26 and the official private-event photos include an earlier naming period; compare your actual event layout.
Exact location
201 E Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
Valley Metro Rail stops at 3rd Street/Jefferson and 3rd Street/Washington. Check whether the specific arena ticket participates in the current Rail Ride Event program before assuming fare is included.
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MerchTeam Shop on the north side
  • The Team Shop is on the north side of the arena and normally operates Monday through Saturday.
  • It closes five hours before scheduled events.
  • Concert and early-merch locations are announced on the event page when available.
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Real fan takeIf you don't rent a car be ready to take some Uber rides regardless of where you stay.One fan's perspective. Verify variable details with official venue guidance.
The Phoenix Suns’ empty basketball bowl at the venue now named Mortgage Matchup Center, shown on the official private-events page. Undated photograph retained from the arena’s earlier naming period; event floor layouts can differ.
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The Phoenix Suns’ empty basketball bowl at the venue now named Mortgage Matchup Center, shown on the official private-events page. Undated photograph retained from the arena’s earlier naming period; event floor layouts can differ.

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Home teams
Phoenix Suns / Phoenix Mercury
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Venue details
Venue typeArena
Capacity19,023published capacity
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Mortgage Matchup Center’s current accessibility page places Guest Services and its sensory room in the north entrance pavilion. Sensory bags, listening devices and caption tablets can be checked out there. Request ASL interpreting at least two weeks ahead. The accessible drop-off is on 3rd Street just south of Jefferson at the green curb; vehicles cannot remain unattended. The official Policies & Rules page currently displays no policy details, so confirm your event’s bag and prohibited-item rules with the venue rather than relying on an old guide.

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Destination: Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004. Mortgage Matchup Center is at 201 E. Jefferson Street in downtown Phoenix. The current transportation page links advance ParkWhiz reservations; parking has no in-and-out privileges, and valet is restricted to eligible ticket holders. Check Valley Metro’s current route and service before traveling. Download the Suns-Mercury-Mortgage-Matchup-CTR app or open Ticketmaster, then add tickets to your digital wallet before arrival. The Suns chart is dated 2025–26 and the official private-event photos include an earlier naming period; compare your actual event layout. Valley Metro Rail stops at 3rd Street/Jefferson and 3rd Street/Washington. Check whether the specific arena ticket participates in the current Rail Ride Event program before assuming fare is included. Use light rail or pre-purchase a downtown garage through the arena's current parking partner; map the exit direction before entering a one-way street grid.

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Mortgage Matchup Center’s current accessibility page places Guest Services and its sensory room in the north entrance pavilion. Sensory bags, listening devices and caption tablets can be checked out there. Request ASL interpreting at least two weeks ahead. The accessible drop-off is on 3rd Street just south of Jefferson at the green curb; vehicles cannot remain unattended. The official Policies & Rules page currently displays no policy details, so confirm your event’s bag and prohibited-item rules with the venue rather than relying on an old guide.

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  • Confirm your event’s accessible seating and complete step-free route with the venue; the guidance above may cover only part of your visit.
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This guide does not yet establish Mortgage Matchup Center’s payment methods or water-bottle rules. Check the official visitor information before leaving.

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Valley Metro Rail stops at 3rd Street/Jefferson and 3rd Street/Washington. Check whether the specific arena ticket participates in the current Rail Ride Event program before assuming fare is included. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Seating chart

Mortgage Matchup Center — Suns 2025–26 section and row chart

Mortgage Matchup Center: Seating chart, Mortgage Matchup Center — Suns 2025–26 section and row chart. Use the source chart for section and row details.

Phoenix Suns section and row diagram from page 1 of the official 2025–26 season membership PDF. This dated basketball chart shows orientation and accessible positions; its colors do not establish current prices, benefits or availability. Concert staging and current season layouts require confirmation with the seller. Preview shows page 1 of 2; open the original chart for every page.

Open original chart (opens in a new tab)Source: Phoenix Suns (opens in a new tab)Source checked 2026-10-11

Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
Suns and Mercury games in a central, renovated arena with direct Valley Metro access and extensive downtown options
Watch out for
Mortgage Matchup Center’s current accessibility page places Guest Services and its sensory room in the north entrance pavilion. Sensory bags, listening devices and caption tablets can be checked out there. Request ASL interpreting at least two weeks ahead. The accessible drop-off is on 3rd Street just south of Jefferson at the green curb; vehicles cannot remain unattended. The official Policies & Rules page currently displays no policy details, so confirm your event’s bag and prohibited-item rules with the venue rather than relying on an old guide.
Good arrival window
Mortgage Matchup Center is at 201 E. Jefferson Street in downtown Phoenix. The current transportation page links advance ParkWhiz reservations; parking has no in-and-out privileges, and valet is restricted to eligible ticket holders. Check Valley Metro’s current route and service before traveling. Download the Suns-Mercury-Mortgage-Matchup-CTR app or open Ticketmaster, then add tickets to your digital wallet before arrival. The Suns chart is dated 2025–26 and the official private-event photos include an earlier naming period; compare your actual event layout.
Main transit note
Valley Metro Rail stops at 3rd Street/Jefferson and 3rd Street/Washington. Check whether the specific arena ticket participates in the current Rail Ride Event program before assuming fare is included.
Sources4 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Need to Know

Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

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High

What to do
Use light rail or pre-purchase a downtown garage through the arena's current parking partner; map the exit direction before entering a one-way street grid.
Best option
Valley Metro Rail or an advance-purchased downtown garage a few blocks from the arena
Avoid
Relying on the arena's limited on-site inventory or arriving during an overlapping Chase Field crowd
Sources1 fan · 3 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Parking At A Glance

Fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Positive

Basketball atmosphere & renovation

The improved interiors, videoboards, and close lower bowl support a strong game presentation. Suns and Mercury crowds give the renovated building more energy than its compact downtown footprint suggests.

02

Positive

Light rail & downtown setting

Rail stops and nearby restaurants support a practical downtown plan. The same district becomes congested when Chase Field or the convention center has a simultaneous event.

03

Mixed

Upper level & peak circulation

Upper sections can feel steep and concourses crowd at halftime. Concert sightlines vary more sharply when a production places equipment or a stage deep into the floor.

Sources3 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why It Works

  • ✓Light rail makes the arena easy to reach from much of the Valley without parking downtown.
  • ✓Recent renovations improved screens, clubs, and the overall basketball presentation.
  • ✓The central location provides many pre- and post-event food options.
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Tradeoffs to consider

  • ×The upper level can feel steep.
  • ×Downtown streets and garages become difficult during overlapping events.
  • ×Concert sightlines vary sharply in side and rear floor configurations.
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.11.26

Use light rail when possible, check for a Chase Field overlap, and search the current Mortgage Matchup Center name rather than the retired Footprint branding when planning.

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