Arizona 55+ Communities FAQ

Most people mean a 55+ or active adult community: a neighborhood where at least one resident in most homes must be 55 or older, with amenities like pools, clubs, golf, and pickleball. We cover how they work in Arizona retirement communities explained.

Usually not. Most 55+ communities require at least one resident per home to be 55 or older. Some communities set a younger age for a spouse or partner. Check each community’s rules; our community pages above spell them out.

Federal law lets a community qualify as 55+ when at least 80% of its occupied homes have a resident 55 or older. The community decides how to use the other 20%. Learn more in our 80/20 rule guide.

Usually an adult child can: many Arizona 55+ communities let adults 19 and older live with a 55+ resident. Children and teens under 19 are usually limited to visits, often no more than 90 days a year. The rules differ by community and can change, so check each community’s page and the current CC&Rs before you buy.

HOA or recreation dues usually cover the community’s shared amenities, like pools, rec centers, and pickleball courts. Golf is often separate, with its own membership or green fees. Many communities also charge one-time fees when you buy. Compare dues across communities on our Arizona 55+ HOA fees page.

Some are and many aren’t. The Grand, Sun City, and Sun City West, for example, are not gated, while Arizona Traditions and Corte Bella are. Check each community’s page.

Almost never at the home itself; most communities offer or point you to separate RV storage. See can you park an RV at your Arizona 55+ home?

It depends on the community. See real 90-day sales for each community on our Arizona 55+ market update, and call or text (480) 710-6326 to verify today’s numbers.

Leasing rules vary a lot. Many communities set a minimum lease length and require registering tenants, and some cap the number of leased homes. Check the community’s documents before you buy if leasing matters to you.