Lost something in Tempe? File a report and we'll track it down for you.
One report connects you with the Tempe Police Department, city services, transit authorities, and our automated web monitoring that searches local marketplaces, social channels, and community posts around the clock for 6 to 12 months.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Tempe – updated this September 3, 2026
- 📍 Notebook lost near Tempe Municipal Stadium, August 28.
- 📍 Leather wallet lost near Giraffe Overlook, August 28.
- 📍 Wallet with ID lost near Tempe Village Dog Park, August 30.
How ReportLost Works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to route your case correctly and generate alerts across multiple channels.
We notify the right agencies
Your report reaches Tempe Police Property Room, the Transportation Center if transit is involved, airport lost and found (if applicable), and local community channels where items typically surface.
Continuous automated monitoring finds matches
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, Craigslist, local marketplaces, and community posts daily, cross-referencing descriptions, locations, and dates. When a credible match appears, you're notified immediately, so you never have to manually search again.
Report Your Lost Item
Here's where lost items end up in Tempe, and how to reach them directly if you prefer.
Tempe Police Property Room
Items turned in to police are held at their property disposal office on Apache Boulevard. Hours are Monday noon to 4 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call ahead to confirm your item has arrived. ReportLost generates the exact description and details for you to include in that call, and we notify them automatically so they're expecting your inquiry.
Valley Metro Transit Lost & Found
If you left something on a bus or at the Tempe Transportation Center downtown, Valley Metro's lost and found team handles Tempe routes. Call during business hours to ask if your item has been turned in. ReportLost identifies which transit authority covers your location and pre-fills the information you'll need to provide.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
If your loss occurred at the airport, TSA and airport operations maintain separate lost and found systems. Items are held for a limited time, so claiming them promptly matters. TSA's office is in Terminal 3, Level 7. ReportLost alerts you to the correct office based on where you lost your item and what security checkpoint it passed through.
Retail & Public Spaces
Coffee shops, malls, gyms, and stores throughout Tempe hold lost items at customer service desks. Most hold items for 30 to 90 days. When you report with ReportLost, we help you identify which business is most likely to have your item and craft the details needed to recover it.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Tempe or Maricopa County, start by calling the Arizona Humane Society's Lost and Found department and checking Maricopa County Animal Care and Control's stray database. Local Facebook groups like Lost Pets Tempe AZ are also active. For the fastest, most thorough alert system, file a priority lost pet report with us, and we'll monitor Tempe shelters, rescue posts, and pet-focused networks constantly.
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Report my lost item →Tempe sprawls across multiple districts, from Arizona State University's campus to downtown and suburban neighborhoods, each with its own lost and found systems. When you lose your wallet at a bus stop, keys in a coffee shop, or a package in your car, piecing together where to report and who to contact takes time you don't have. Police property rooms, transit agencies, and merchants all hold items separately, and none of them talk to each other.
ReportLost simplifies the entire process. One report triggers notifications to Tempe Police, Valley Metro transit authorities, and local community channels all at once. Better yet, we don't stop there, we keep searching the web on your behalf for months, automatically scanning the places where people post found items, so you can focus on your day instead of refreshing Facebook groups and Craigslist.
Common Loss Hotspots in Tempe
Items tend to surface in the neighborhoods where they were lost. Knowing your area helps us route your report more accurately.
Downtown Tempe
The historic district around Fifth Street, coffee shops, restaurants, and retail stores see frequent lost and founds. Items left here often turn up at nearby business counters or with Tempe Police.
Arizona State University Campus
One of the largest university campuses in the country, ASU's grounds, dorms, libraries, and student centers generate lost items regularly. Campus lost and found offices hold items separately from city services.
Tempe Transportation Center & Bus Routes
Public transit is a major conduit for loss. Items left on buses, at stops, or the central station on Fifth Street are routed to Valley Metro. Our system automatically checks transit channels.
Apache Boulevard Corridor
This busy east-west artery running through Tempe hosts restaurants, shops, and offices where items are frequently misplaced. Lost items here are often held by individual merchants or reported to police.
South Tempe Residential & Commercial
Suburban neighborhoods and strip malls across south Tempe generate lost items at smaller retail locations and community centers. These areas are less centralized, so posting on local Facebook groups becomes especially valuable.
Community Channels Where Items Surface
Items lost in Tempe often appear on community pages and marketplaces. ReportLost monitors these daily so you don't have to.
Facebook group specializing in lost and found pets across Tempe and nearby areas
Focused group for the northwest Tempe neighborhoods
Broader Arizona group for pet reunifications
Phoenix metro subreddit where locals post found items and lost pet alerts
Classified listings where found items and lost pet reports are posted
Nextdoor and neighborhood-specific pages where Tempe residents often report recovered items
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Tempe Police hold lost items?
According to the Property Disposal Publication, items are held for a set period before being processed for disposal or auction. Check with the property room directly at the number listed on their publication page to confirm your item's hold status, as timing depends on the category of the item.
What if I lost something on a Valley Metro bus?
Call Valley Metro's lost and found line during business hours (8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) at the number listed on their contact page. They'll tell you if your item was turned in. ReportLost ensures they're also notified, increasing the chance they prioritize your case.
Can I file a police report online in Tempe?
Yes, Tempe Police offers an online non-emergency report option. However, for lost items specifically, calling the non-emergency line or visiting the property room directly is often faster. ReportLost can help you determine the best method based on your situation.
What if I lost something at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?
Contact the airport's lost and found office or TSA's office in Terminal 3, Level 7. ReportLost will flag your report as airport-related and alert the appropriate division based on where and when you believe you lost your item.
How can I search for a lost pet in Tempe?
Start with Maricopa County Animal Care and Control's stray database and Arizona Humane Society's lost and found department. Also post on Lost Pets Tempe AZ, a Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost pets. ReportLost's pet reporting system monitors all these channels continuously and keeps alerting for months.
Is ReportLost.org official, and does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with any police department or city government. We work alongside official channels, we send your report to police and relevant agencies on your behalf, but we do not replace them. You remain the official complainant with law enforcement. Think of us as a coordinator and continuous monitor that multiplies your chances of recovery by reaching everywhere at once and keeping watch long after you would naturally stop searching.
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Start Your Report Today
The sooner your loss is documented and circulated, the better. Once you report with ReportLost, your case is actively monitored across Tempe's police, transit, retail, and community networks for months to come. No more checking every day, we do the searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Tempe Police Department, City of Tempe, Valley Metro, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Arizona State University, or any other local organization mentioned. We coordinate on your behalf with official lost and found services and monitor public channels to increase your chances of recovery. Always verify current contact information and hours with the official entity directly.