ARIZONA 55+ COMMUNITY DIRECTORY · 2026 · 93 COMMUNITIES
All 93 Arizona 55+ and Retirement Communities in One List
Our Arizona 55+ community directory puts every 55+ and retirement community we work in on one list. West Valley and East Valley, from golf communities to patio homes, with each community’s city, HOA dues and a link to its full guide.
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Planning a retirement move to Arizona? Start with this Arizona 55+ community directory. Founder Jarl Kubat has spent 22+ years helping buyers and sellers in these communities, and this directory is the same short list he walks buyers through. Tap any community to see its homes for sale, fees, age rules and amenities. Prefer a map? See the Arizona 55+ communities map on our home page.
West Valley 55+ Communities (21)
Surprise, Sun City, Sun City West, Peoria, Goodyear, Buckeye and Wickenburg.
- Arizona TraditionsArizona Traditions is a guard-gated 55+ retirement community in Surprise, in the northwest part of the West Valley.
- Blackstone Country ClubBlackstone Country Club is a private, guard-gated golf community inside Vistancia, the master-planned area in north Peoria.
- CantaMia at EstrellaCantaMia is a 55+ community inside the Estrella master plan in Goodyear, with mountain views and its own clubhouse.
- Corte BellaCorte Bella is a gated, Del Webb-built 55+ country club community in the Sun City West area of the West Valley.
- Eagle's Nest at PebbleCreekEagle’s Nest is the original side of PebbleCreek — where Robson started, in Goodyear, and where the community found its character.
- The GrandThe Grand active adult community sits in Surprise, Arizona — a Del Webb community locals still call Sun City Grand, its first name.
- Heritage at AsanteHeritage at Asante is a gated 55+ active adult community in Surprise.
- PebbleCreekPebbleCreek in Goodyear is a Robson active adult community, and it’s one of the biggest and best-equipped in the Valley.
- RidgeCrest at VistanciaRidgeCrest at Vistancia is a brand-new, gated 55+ community built by Shea Homes inside Northpointe at Vistancia in Peoria.
- Sterling GroveThis is a Toll Brothers luxury community in Surprise, built around Sterling Grove golf on a private Nicklaus course.
- Sun CityThis is where it all started: the first of the Sun City retirement communities, opened by Del Webb in 1960.
- Sun City FestivalSun City Festival in Buckeye, AZ is Del Webb’s newest Sun City in the Valley — a 55+ retirement community spread across about 3,100 acres on the western edge of Buckeye, tucked against the White…
- Sun City WestSun City West is a Del Webb active adult community in the northwest Valley of metro Phoenix.
- Sun VillageSun Village is a smaller 55+ community in Surprise with its own golf course and clubhouse.
- SunDanceSundance is a 55+ active adult golf community in Buckeye, officially the Sundance Active Adult Village (you’ll also see it written SunDance).
- Trilogy at VistanciaThis is Shea Homes’ original Trilogy community in the Valley.
- Trilogy at Wickenburg RanchTrilogy at Wickenburg Ranch is one of the prettiest communities we cover.
- Tuscany Falls at PebbleCreekTuscany Falls at PebbleCreek is the newer of the two sides of PebbleCreek, the big Robson active adult community in Goodyear.
- Ventana LakesVentana Lakes is a 55+ active adult community on the line between Peoria and Sun City, and it’s built around water.
- Victory at VerradoVictory is the 55+ neighborhood of the Verrado master plan in Buckeye, a few minutes from Verrado Main Street and I-10.
- Westbrook VillageWestbrook Village in Peoria, AZ is a 55+ active adult community with more than 3,900 homes.
Not sure which one fits? Tell us your budget and must-haves, and we’ll narrow these down to three for you. Call or text (480) 710-6326
East Valley 55+ Communities (39)
Mesa, Sun Lakes, Chandler, Gilbert, Gold Canyon, Scottsdale, Rio Verde and the towns to the south.
- Ahwatukee 55+Ahwatukee is one of Phoenix’s best-known neighborhoods, and tucked inside it is one of the Valley’s original active-adult communities.
- Apache VillaA small, established 55+ community in Apache Junction with one of the friendliest cost structures anywhere — a voluntary HOA and no monthly dues.
- Apache WellsAn established 55+ golf community where you own the land — with a semi-private course, 40+ clubs, and homes for a wide range of budgets.
- Bel AgaveA newer, small, gated 55+ community in Apache Junction with straight-on Superstition Mountain views — just 105 single-family homes, a clubhouse and pool, and none of the big-community overhead.
- Cottonwood (Sun Lakes)Cottonwood was the second community built in Sun Lakes, opening in 1979 right after the original Sun Lakes Country Club.
- Dreamland VillaDreamland Villa holds a special place in Arizona history: it was Mesa’s very first 55+ community.
- Encore at EastMarkEncore at Eastmark is one of the newer 55+ communities in the Valley.
- Fountain of the SunFountain of the Sun is a guard-gated 55+ active adult community in east Mesa, first built in the early 1970s around its own 18-hole executive golf course.
- Ironwood (Sun Lakes)Ironwood was the fourth community built in Sun Lakes, and it doesn’t stand alone — it pairs with Oakwood as IronOaks Country Club.
- Ironwood VillageIronwood Village in Casa Grande is a small, gated 55+ townhome community, and it’s built for one thing: easy living.
- Leisure WorldLeisure World is one of Mesa’s largest and most established 55+ communities.
- Lone TreeLone Tree is a smaller 55+ community in Chandler, close to shopping, dining and the Loop 202.
- Mission RoyaleMission Royale Casa Grande is a 55+ active adult golf community in Pinal County, about halfway between Phoenix and Tucson.
- Mountain BridgeThis is Blandford Homes’ gated master plan against the mountains, with a resort-style Owners Club, gated enclaves, and nearly half the land left as open space.
- MountainBrook VillageMountainBrook Village sits in Gold Canyon, about 30 miles east of Phoenix at the foot of the Superstition Mountains.
- Oakwood (Sun Lakes)Oakwood opened in 1994 as the last of the five Sun Lakes communities, so its homes are the newest and tend to feel the most modern.
- Ovation at MeridianOvation at Meridian is a gated 55+ community on the fast-growing eastern edge of the Valley, in the Queen Creek and San Tan Valley area.
- Palo Verde (Sun Lakes)Palo Verde was the third community built in Sun Lakes, and it’s one of three that give you a real guard gate.
- ProvinceProvince is a gated, age-restricted community in the city of Maricopa, and its signature is water.
- Rio Verde Country ClubAn established private country-club community northeast of Scottsdale, where the social membership comes built into your HOA.
- Robson RanchRobson Ranch is a Robson-built, guard-gated 55+ community in Eloy, Arizona, near Casa Grande, in the flat open country between Phoenix and Tucson.
- Scottsdale HeightsScottsdale Heights is an intimate 55+ community in North Scottsdale.
- Solera at Johnson RanchSolera at Johnson Ranch is a gated 55+ community built by Del Webb in San Tan Valley, near Queen Creek.
- Solera ChandlerSolera Chandler is Del Webb’s gated 55+ community in south Chandler.
- SpringfieldSpringfield is the gated Del Webb community in south Chandler: about 742 single-family homes built in the late 1990s around an 18-hole executive golf course.
- Sun City Anthem at Merrill RanchSun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch is a Del Webb 55+ active adult community in Florence, at the southeast edge of the Phoenix metro.
- Sun Lakes Country ClubSun Lakes Country Club is where Ed Robson broke ground in 1972 and launched what became Robson Resort Communities.
- SunBirdSunBird Golf Resort is a gated 55+ community on about 320 acres in south Chandler, built around its own 18-hole golf course and anchored by a big 43,000-square-foot clubhouse.
- Sunland Springs VillageSunland Springs Village is a 55+ active adult community in east Mesa.
- Sunland VillageSunland Village is one of Mesa’s original 55+ retirement communities.
- Sunland Village EastSunland Village East in Mesa, AZ is an established 55+ active adult community in the East Valley.
- Superstition Mountain Golf and Country ClubThis private country club community sits at the foot of the Superstition Mountains in Gold Canyon.
- Terravita Golf and Country ClubTerravita Country Club is a guard-gated community in north Scottsdale, built by Del Webb.
- Tonto VerdeTonto Verde sits northeast of Scottsdale in the Verde River corridor.
- Trilogy at EncanterraTrilogy at Encanterra is Shea Homes’ resort-style community in San Tan Valley, built around its own country club.
- Trilogy at Power RanchTrilogy at Power Ranch is a gated 55+ community in Gilbert, and it’s simply a nice place.
- Trilogy at Verde RiverTrilogy at Verde River is Shea’s resort community along the Verde River, and it’s the modern one of the three.
- Velda Rose EstatesA friendly, budget-friendly Mesa community with a big clubhouse, a pool, and a very low HOA.
- The Village at Grande Valley RanchThe Village at Grande Valley Ranch is a 55+ community in Eloy, Arizona, surrounded by open desert and just minutes from Casa Grande.
Not sure which one fits? Tell us your budget and must-haves, and we’ll narrow these down to three for you. Call or text (480) 710-6326
Townhome, Condo and Patio Home Communities (16)
Lower-maintenance 55+ living, from patio homes to condos.
- Barclay VillageA small, gated community of newer patio homes with open floor plans, a heated pool and spa, tennis, and every bit of exterior upkeep handled for you.
- Camino del ReyA small, quiet townhome community where your quarterly fee even covers the front yard.
- Casa de PazHere’s a small, low-maintenance 55+ retirement community of patio homes and garden condos: Casa de Paz Mesa, built by Farnsworth Homes.
- Desert Sun Condominiums191 gated condominiums with a surprising list of amenities — heated saltwater pool, pickleball, mini golf, shuffleboard, a gym, and a 4,000-square-foot clubhouse — all for one modest monthly fee.
- Golden KeysGolden Keys is a small, historic 55+ townhome community just north of Old Town in Scottsdale.
- Greenfield GlenA low monthly fee, big-community amenities, and pets welcome — all in a quiet Mesa townhome community.
- HearthStone VillasA tiny, gated townhome community at Superstition Springs — low-maintenance, low-fee, and easy to lock and leave.
- Heritage Village IVHeritage Village IV is an age-restricted 55+ community tucked inside Scottsdale Ranch, a large master-planned community in east Scottsdale.
- Lantana VillasA small, gated enclave of side-by-side villas at the foot of the Superstition Mountains — low upkeep, low fees, and an easy East Valley lifestyle.
- Las AlegresSmall and gated, where one monthly fee covers water, sewer, trash, and all exterior maintenance — and pets are welcome.
- Las TorresTownhome-style condos with a community pool, in one of the Valley’s most scenic and upscale small towns.
- ParklinksHere’s a small, gated, low-maintenance 55+ retirement community of patio homes and Gemini twin homes at Alta Mesa: Parklinks Mesa.
- Pueblo TownhomesPueblo Townhomes is a small 55+ community in Casa Grande, built for people who want a real home without the yard work.
- Red Mountain VillasAffordable patio homes, a heated pool, and a dedicated dog run — in a quiet northeast Mesa community.
- Verde GrovesVerde Groves in Mesa is a small, gated 55+ community built for easy, lock-and-leave living.
- Villa MontereyPicture classic 1960s patio homes just northeast of Old Town Scottsdale, with retro charm, tennis, and a location that’s hard to beat.
Not sure which one fits? Tell us your budget and must-haves, and we’ll narrow these down to three for you. Call or text (480) 710-6326
Manufactured Homes on Land You Own (12)
55+ communities where you own both the home and the lot, with no lot rent.
- Arizona SkiesAffordable, single-level living in Mesa — and the lot is yours, deeded to your home, with no lot rent.
- Bell CasasA simple, low-cost 55+ community of manufactured homes on lots you own — no lot rent, an easy Phoenix location, and a price that’s hard to beat.
- Casa CampanaA simple, low-cost 55+ community of manufactured homes on lots you own — no lot rent, an easy Glendale location, and a price that’s hard to beat.
- Desert Dawn EstatesA simple, low-cost 55+ community of manufactured homes on lots you own — no lot rent, an easy Mesa location, and a price that’s hard to beat.
- Florence GardensEstablished, friendly, and easy to own — manufactured and park-model homes on lots you own, with two pools and plenty to do.
- Links EstatesA gated 55+ community of newer manufactured homes on land you own, in San Tan Valley.
- Meridian ManorWelcome to Meridian Manor, a gated 55+ retirement community in Apache Junction with big Superstition Mountain views, a clubhouse, a fitness center and one of the lowest monthly fees around.
- Mesa EastA friendly, established 55+ manufactured-home community in east Mesa — you own your lot, there’s a heated pool and tennis, and the activity calendar is packed.
- Palm Lakes VillageAn affordable, pet-friendly 55+ community of 363 privately owned lots on 80 acres — mobile and modular homes, no lot rent, and an easygoing Phoenix location.
- Velda Rose Garden CountrysideA simple, low-cost 55+ community of manufactured homes on lots you own — no lot rent, an easy Mesa location, and a price that’s hard to beat.
- Village GroveA simple, low-cost 55+ community of manufactured homes on lots you own — no lot rent, an easy Mesa location, and a price that’s hard to beat.
- The WellsAffordable, gated, single-level living in Mesa — manufactured homes on lots you own, with heated pools and no capital-improvement fee.
Not sure which one fits? Tell us your budget and must-haves, and we’ll narrow these down to three for you. Call or text (480) 710-6326
Park-Model Resorts on Land You Own (5)
Guard-gated 55+ resorts where most homes are park models, with a few RV lots. You own the land, so there’s no lot rent.
- Happy Trails ResortA guard-gated resort wrapped around the 18-hole Great Eagle golf course, with 14 lighted pickleball courts and four pools. It sits right next door to Arizona Traditions, where Jarl lives.
- Golden Vista RV ResortAffordable, resort-style living beneath the Superstition Mountains, behind a staffed guard gate.
- Greenfield Village RV ResortA resort-style, guard-gated park-model community in Mesa where you own your lot.
- Carriage Manor RV ResortA big resident-owned resort with 900+ lots, pickleball and tennis, and a guard at the gate.
- Roadhaven ResortA guard-gated park-model resort in the Superstition foothills, with a 9-hole golf course, two pools and 30+ clubs.
Thinking about a park model? Jarl lives next door to Happy Trails and knows these resorts well. Ask us what each one costs to own. Call or text (480) 710-6326
I’ll help you narrow it down. Ninety-three communities is a lot. Tell me your budget, the amenities you care about and which side of the Valley you like, and I’ll send you a short list with homes for sale in each. Call or text (480) 710-6326
Jarl Kubat, REALTOR® · West USA Realty
Jarl Kubat, REALTOR® · West USA Realty
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Arizona 55+ community directory FAQ
How many 55+ communities are in Arizona?
There are well over 100 age-restricted and active adult communities across the Phoenix area and nearby towns. Our Arizona 55+ community directory covers the 93 we know best and work in every year, from The Grand (formerly Sun City Grand) and Sun City West to Mesa, Sun Lakes and Florence.
What is the difference between a 55+ community and a retirement community?
Most people use the terms the same way. In Arizona, a 55+ community follows federal housing-for-older-persons rules: at least 80% of homes have a resident 55 or older. Some communities set aside a small share of homes where the oldest resident can be 40 or 45.
Is the Arizona 55+ Community Directory really free?
Yes. It is a 107-page PDF you can read on your phone or print. There is no sign-up and no email required.
HOA dues are approximate monthly figures from each community page (some show a yearly amount) and can change. Age rules follow federal housing for older persons rules and each community’s own documents. We’ll confirm current fees and rules for any home before you buy. Equal Housing Opportunity.