Arizona is known for active adult retirement communities with Sun City being the first and largest of the 55+ developments. Currently, more than 100,000 people reside in the Sun City communities that include Sun City Festival and Sun City Grand.
Why are Arizona Active Adult Communities so Popular?
Buying a home in an Arizona 55+ community is buying a lifestyle. Whether you golf, play tennis, work out or play card games, activities abound for just about everything. Imagine waking every day in a resort environment. It's truly like being on vacation every single day.
And, people from all over the United States and Canada populate the Arizona retirement communities and enjoy similar activities. Therefore, it is easy to make new friends and enjoy golf games in a men, women or couples league. Many form their own smaller groups and play on a weekly basis.
What's more, you cannot beat the Arizona winters with abundant sunshine and warm temperatures. One look at the devastating snow and cold in the midwest in 2019 will reveal exactly why so many choose Arizona active adult retirement communities for their winter home.
How to Select the Right 55+ Community
It's important to do your homework when considering a retirement home. Location, affordability and amenities are key considerations.
Location
Phoenix is divided into the East Valley and West Valley by Interstate 17. Sun City and sister communities along with Pebble Creek, Trilogy and Vistancia are located in the West Valley. Sun Lakes, Solera, Sunbird, Encanterra and Trilogy Power Ranch and some of the East Valley retirement communities. Traffic in the West Valley along with some airport noise is a deterrant to some. It is best to drive both areas and get a feel.
Sun Lakes is a popular East Valley retirement community because of location, affordability and amenities.
Affordability
You will find homes available in the low $100's to the upper $700's in Arizona active adult retirement communities. Pay
paticular attention to the homeowner association fees and the covenants, conditions and restrictions (CCR's). Most 55+ communities also have a capital reserve fee that is paid by the buyer upon purchase of a home. Most are equal to one year HOA dues and that fee goes into a fund for future capital improvements. Read the CCR's carefully to ensure you are in agreement with the conditions and restrictions.
Amenities
What is important to you? Golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness? Not every 55+ retirement community offers golf or tennis. Lone Tree is an active adult retirement community with no amenities. Residents enjoy living in an age restricted community without paying for additional amenities.
If you are ready to learn more about Arizona Active Adult Retirement Communities, visit us online or call 480-440-0849. The Kolb Team is your #1 Realtor team for 55+ retirement communities.
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