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Three Sunland names, all in east Mesa, all 55+ and all built around a golf course — but they are three separate communities, not one. The choice really comes down to the age of the homes, how much golf you want, and the monthly dues. Here’s how to pick.
People shopping Mesa’s 55+ communities from out of state often lump the three Sunlands together because they share a name. They shouldn’t. Sunland Village, Sunland Village East, and Sunland Springs Village are three distinct active adult communities, each with its own homes, its own dues, its own golf, and its own feel. The good news: they sit close together, so once you know how they differ, you can shop all three on one trip. Here’s the honest breakdown.
First, what the three Sunlands actually are
All three are 55+ active adult communities in east Mesa, and all three are built around an executive golf course with pools, a clubhouse, and pickleball. What sets them apart is mostly when they were built — which shapes the age and style of the homes — plus how much golf and how many pickleball courts each one has, and what you’ll pay in dues.
Here’s the short version: Sunland Village is the oldest and the lowest-cost to get into, Sunland Village East is the middle child with newer homes, and Sunland Springs Village is the newest, largest, and the only one of the three with a 27-hole course.
The three, side by side
| Sunland Village | Village East | Springs Village | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built | 1974–1984 | 1984–2001 | 1997 on |
| Approx. homes | ~2,685 | ~2,435 | ~2,890 |
| Annual HOA | ~$707 (~$59/mo) | ~$917 (~$76/mo) | ~$915 (~$76/mo) |
| Golf | 18-hole executive, par 62 | 18-hole executive, par 62 (open to the public) | 27-hole executive — Mesa’s only one |
| Pickleball | 8 courts | 9 courts | 12 courts |
| Home style | Established single-level | Newer single-level | Newest single-level |
That table is most of the decision. The dues are close between the two newer communities, and Sunland Village comes in noticeably lower because it’s the most established. Note that HOA dues do not pay for golf at any of the three — the courses run on their own membership and green fees, separate from what you pay the association.
A quick word on the golf, since it trips people up: all three courses are executive layouts — shorter, walkable, par 62 at the two Villages and a 27-hole setup at Springs Village. If you want a long championship course, none of these three is that. If you want easy, near-daily golf steps from your door, all three deliver, and Springs Village gives you the most of it.
Sunland Village: the established, lower-cost choice
Sunland Village is the original — built mostly in the late 1970s and early ’80s. That age is exactly why it works for a lot of buyers: the dues are the lowest of the three at roughly $59 a month, the homes are priced to match, and the community is fully grown-in, with mature trees and a settled feel you can’t buy new. Its 18-hole executive course — run by the Sunland Village Golf Club — plays to a par of 62, and there are eight pickleball courts. You can browse the community’s amenities on the official Sunland Village association site.
The trade-off is home age. These are 40-plus-year-old homes, so many have been updated and many haven’t — the condition varies house to house more than it does in the newer two. That’s where we earn our keep: we’ll tell you honestly which updates matter and which are cosmetic. See the layouts on the Sunland Village floor plans page.
Sunland Village East: newer homes, the middle ground
Sunland Village East was built from the mid-1980s into the early 2000s, so its homes run newer than the original Village — often with the more open layouts and higher ceilings buyers ask for. Dues sit around $76 a month. Its 18-hole executive course — the Sunland Village East Golf Club — is also par 62, and unlike a private club, it’s open to the public, which some residents like for bringing visiting friends and family out to play. There are nine pickleball courts, and the Sunland Village East HOA keeps a full club and activity calendar.
If Sunland Village feels a touch too dated but Springs Village feels bigger than you need, Village East is the natural middle. Browse the models on the Sunland Village East floor plans page.
Sunland Springs Village: the newest and the most amenities
Sunland Springs Village is the newest of the three, built from 1997 onward, and it’s the largest at close to 2,890 homes. It’s also the amenity leader: 27 holes of executive golf — the only 27-hole course among Mesa’s 55+ communities — and twelve pickleball courts, the most of the trio. Dues run about $76 a month, similar to Village East, and the official Sunland Springs Village association runs the amenities.
This is the pick for buyers who want the newest homes and the fullest set of things to do without leaving the community. It carries a bit more of a resort feel than the two older Villages. See the plans on the Sunland Springs Village floor plans page, and for a course-by-course look at all three, read our Sunland golf courses guide.
So which Sunland is right for you?
Choose Sunland Village if you…
- Want the lowest dues and the most affordable way into a Sunland community.
- Like a fully established, grown-in neighborhood with mature landscaping.
- Don’t mind an older home you can update to your taste.
- Want easy executive golf and pickleball close to home.
Choose Sunland Village East if you…
- Want newer homes than the original Village, with more open layouts.
- Like that the golf course is open to the public for guests.
- Want a middle-ground size and price between the other two.
Choose Sunland Springs Village if you…
- Want the newest homes of the three.
- Golf often and like the idea of 27 holes to rotate through.
- Play pickleball and want the most courts (twelve).
- Like a larger community with a bit more of a resort feel.
A fee detail worth knowing
Beyond the yearly dues, each Sunland community charges its own one-time fees at closing — a capital or community-enhancement fee, and in some cases a transfer fee and a resale disclosure fee. The amounts differ by community and they change over time, so we always pull the current figures for the exact community and home you’re considering and put them in writing before you make an offer. That way the buy-in holds no surprises.
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Because the three Sunlands sit close together, you can tour all three in a single visit — if you go in with a plan. Tell us your budget, whether home age or golf matters more, and how much upkeep you want, and we’ll line up the right homes in the right community and send you matches the day they hit the market.
Not sure which Sunland is the one?
I’m Jarl Kubat, a licensed Arizona agent with 22+ years in the state’s 55+ communities. I’ve walked homes in all three Sunlands and I’ll give you the straight story on how they differ — the homes, the golf, the dues, the feel. Tell me how you want to live and I’ll point you to the right one.
Call or Text: (480) 710-6326 Contact PageFrequently asked questions
Are the three Sunland communities the same retirement community?
No. Sunland Village, Sunland Village East, and Sunland Springs Village are three separate 55+ active adult communities in Mesa, each with its own homeowners association, dues, golf course, and amenities. They share a name and sit close together, but you buy into one, not all three.
Which Sunland community is the cheapest to buy into?
Sunland Village generally has the lowest dues — around $59 a month — and, as the oldest of the three, often the most affordable homes. The exact buy-in depends on the home and the community’s one-time fees, which we confirm in writing before you offer.
Which one has the most golf?
Sunland Springs Village. It has a 27-hole executive course — the only 27-hole layout among Mesa’s 55+ communities. Sunland Village and Sunland Village East each have an 18-hole executive course, both par 62.
Are the Sunland communities gated?
We confirm gate status per community and per neighborhood before you rely on it, rather than assuming. Ask us about the specific community you’re considering and we’ll give you the current, accurate answer.
Do the HOA dues include golf?
No. At all three Sunlands, the golf course runs on its own membership and green fees, separate from your HOA dues. Pickleball, pools, and the clubhouse are community amenities covered by the association. We’ll walk you through the current golf options for whichever community you choose.
Comparing more Mesa 55+ communities?
The three Sunlands are a great east-Mesa starting point, but they aren’t your only options nearby:
- Sunland Village, Sunland Village East, and Sunland Springs Village — the full buyer’s guide for each community.
- Sunland golf courses — all three executive courses compared, hole by hole.
- More Mesa 55+ communities — the other active adult options across east Mesa.
- Mesa 55+ communities guide — how the three Sunlands fit the wider Mesa picture.
- Pickleball in Arizona 55+ communities — why it’s the top amenity, and how these three stack up.
- Best Arizona 55+ communities — our valley-wide buyer’s guide.
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Contact Page Call or Text (480) 710-6326Community information: Community facts, home types, HOA and one-time fees, golf membership options, court counts, and amenities are set by each Sunland association and change without notice. Figures here (including approximate dues, home counts, and build years) are summarized for general information and current for 2026 as provided — confirm current details with the association or your licensed agent before you rely on them. This page is independent, buyer-focused information and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Sunland Village, Sunland Village East, or Sunland Springs Village associations. Jarl Kubat is a licensed Arizona real estate agent.
Listing accuracy: Property listings and availability are drawn from the Arizona Regional MLS and are believed accurate but not guaranteed. Listings change throughout the day; confirm details with your agent before relying on them.