Homes For Sale in Apache Wells Live MLS listings, updated all day:Apache Wells: A 55+ Country Club Community in Mesa
An established 55+ golf community where you own the land — with a semi-private course, 40+ clubs, and homes for a wide range of budgets. Here’s what to know before you buy.
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Apache Wells is a well-established 55+ community in northeast Mesa, built around its own 18-hole golf course starting in the 1960s. It’s one of the Valley’s original active-adult golf communities, and it has a lot going for it: you own your land, the price range is wide, and there’s an easygoing country-club lifestyle with more than 40 clubs and activities. Today the community is refreshing itself, as older homes are replaced with newer built ones — so there’s real variety here, from budget-friendly to brand-new.
Quick snapshot
Location: Mesa, AZ — northeast Mesa, about 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor
Established: 1960s (developed into the 1980s) · Homes: 1,400+
Type: age-restricted 55+ — not gated — and you own the land
Homes: a real mix — manufactured homes, single-family, condos, and side-by-side twin homes
Golf: the semi-private, 18-hole Apache Wells Country Club runs through the community
Why buyers choose Apache Wells
- You own the land. Unlike many manufactured-home communities, there’s no land lease here — you own your lot.
- Golf at the center. A semi-private 18-hole course winds through the community, with no forced membership to live here.
- A wide price range. From affordable manufactured homes to newly built houses, there’s an entry point for many budgets.
- An active club scene. More than 40 clubs and activities, plus pickleball, bocce, and a 2009 clubhouse.
- A handy Mesa location. Close to shopping, dining, health care, and the freeways — about 20 minutes to the airport.
Where Apache Wells sits
Apache Wells is in northeast Mesa, near the Salt River and the 202 freeway. That puts you close to everyday shopping, restaurants, and medical care, with an easy drive to Phoenix Sky Harbor in about 20 minutes. You’re also near the Salt River, Saguaro Lake, and the northeast Valley’s outdoor recreation. It’s a settled, convenient part of Mesa — not a far-flung new build — with big-city access close at hand.
Age rules
Apache Wells is an age-restricted 55+ community. As with most 55+ communities, the exact rules on who can live there — and any limited allowance for younger residents — are set in the community’s governing documents. Rules like these can change, and they aren’t always easy to find. Before you buy, we’ll confirm the current age rules for you so there are no surprises.
Homes at Apache Wells
One of the best things about Apache Wells is the variety. You’ll find several kinds of homes here:
- Manufactured and modular homes — the roots of the community, and still the most affordable way in.
- Newly built single-family homes — as older homes are removed, new stick-built houses are going up in their place.
- Condos — some in three-story buildings, though each condo itself is on a single level.
- Twin homes — side-by-side attached homes, all single-level.
Because the community is refreshing itself, condition and age vary a lot from home to home. That’s good news for buyers: there’s often something here to fit a tight budget or a wish for something brand new. We’ll help you sort the well-kept homes from the ones that need work, and pull the details on anything you like.
Buying a manufactured or older home? These can be a smart value, but they deserve a careful look — the roof, the cooling, the plumbing, and how the home is set and titled. That’s exactly what the inspection period is for, and it’s where having us on your side pays off. We’ll help you know what you’re really buying.
Golf & the country club
Apache Wells Country Club is the heart of the community. It’s a semi-private, 18-hole, par-71 course of about 6,100 yards that winds right through the neighborhood. It started as a nine-hole course, and the back nine was added in 1966. The clubhouse, rebuilt in 2009, has a golf shop, a bar and grill, a patio, and a banquet hall, plus a full practice range and putting greens.
Because the club is semi-private, tee-time access changes with the season, and there are membership options if you want them — but you don’t have to join to live in Apache Wells. If golf is a big reason you’re looking here, we’ll help you get the current membership and access details straight from the club before you commit.
Amenities & daily life
Beyond golf, Apache Wells keeps people busy with more than 40 clubs and activities, plus:
- Pickleball courts.
- Bocce ball and horseshoes.
- Softball.
- The 2009 clubhouse, with a bar, grill, and banquet space.
The feel is friendly and social, with an old-school country-club warmth. You can fill your calendar or keep it quiet — it’s up to you.
HOA & fees (2026)
Apache Wells keeps its dues simple, with a couple of one-time fees when you buy. Here are the current 2026 figures.
| Fee | 2026 amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-annual HOA fee | $480 | Community common areas & services |
| Resale disclosure fee (one-time) | $400 | Seller’s responsibility |
| Capital improvement fee (one-time) | $1,500 | Paid at purchase |
| Townhome monthly fee | Varies | Townhomes carry an added monthly fee — call for the property-specific amount |
Good to know: The golf-club membership is separate from your HOA dues, and townhomes carry an extra monthly fee. Fees can change through the Association, and what’s covered can vary by home. We’ll confirm the full picture and the current numbers for the specific home before you buy.
A must-know: Apache Wells vs. Apache Wells II
These are two different communities — don’t mix them up. The homes can look alike, but the difference matters for your budget and your lifestyle.
Apache Wells (the original) is the golf community described on this page: you own the land, and residents share the country club and community amenities. Apache Wells II is a separate, small, gated community of patio homes located outside the original Apache Wells. It has its own, separate monthly HOA fee — and, importantly, Apache Wells II residents do not have access to the original Apache Wells amenities or country club.
Here’s why it matters: some townhome and patio-home listings can belong to either community. Two homes that look the same can come with very different fees and very different amenity access. Before you fall for a listing, it’s worth a quick call to confirm which community it’s actually in.
Not sure if a home is in Apache Wells or Apache Wells II?
That’s the most important question to answer first — and it’s an easy one for us to check.
See Townhome Listings Ask Us Which CommunityThe recorded rules that shape daily life at Apache Wells
We read the recorded CC&Rs for the Apache Wells condominium so you know what you’re buying into (the wider country club may have its own declaration — we confirm which governs your specific home).
| Rule | What the recorded CC&Rs say |
|---|---|
| Age | A 55+ community — a permanent co-resident need only be over 18, and under-18s are capped at 90 days of residence, so it’s flexible on the low end. |
| Grandkids visiting | Under-18 guests may stay up to about 90 days — welcome to visit, not to live here. |
| Parking & RVs | A firm one: the interior streets are fire lanes, so no street parking at all — cars go in the garage or driveway only, enforced by both the HOA and the City of Mesa. RVs, boats and trailers need Board approval to be kept here. |
| Leasing | Whole unit only, 30-day minimum — no short-term rentals, and tenants are bound by the community rules. |
Who owns the golf? Confirm before you assume
Apache Wells is a country-club community, but the golf course isn’t owned by this condo association — it points to a separate owner or operator. That’s a real buyer-risk point (a privately-owned course can change hands or terms), so if golf is central to your decision, we’ll pin down the current ownership and access for you.
Is Apache Wells right for you?
A great fit if you…
- Want golf and an active club scene without a mandatory membership.
- Like the idea of owning your land, not leasing it.
- Want flexibility on price — from affordable to newly built.
- Prefer an established, convenient Mesa location.
Worth knowing before you buy…
- It’s an older community in transition, so home condition varies widely — inspect closely.
- Manufactured homes need a careful look at age, setup, and title.
- Golf-club membership and access are separate from your HOA and change by season.
- Confirm whether a townhome or patio home is in Apache Wells or Apache Wells II — the fees and amenities differ.
These are trade-offs, not dealbreakers. Some buyers want new, some want value, and most want a bit of both. Tell us what matters most and we’ll help you weigh it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Apache Wells a 55+ community?
Yes — Apache Wells is an age-restricted 55+ community. We’ll confirm the exact age rules for you before you buy.
Do you own the land in Apache Wells?
Yes. In the original Apache Wells you own your lot — there’s no land lease. That’s a real advantage over many manufactured-home communities.
Is Apache Wells gated?
No, the original Apache Wells is not gated. Apache Wells II — a separate community — is gated. See the section above on the difference.
Do I have to join the golf club to live there?
No. Apache Wells Country Club is semi-private, and there’s no mandatory membership to live in the community. Access and membership options change by season — we’ll help you get the current details from the club.
What’s the difference between Apache Wells and Apache Wells II?
Apache Wells is the original golf community where you own the land and share the amenities. Apache Wells II is a separate, small, gated patio-home community with its own monthly HOA fee and no access to the original Apache Wells amenities. Always confirm which one a home is in.
What do the fees cost?
For 2026, the HOA fee is $480 semi-annually, plus one-time fees of $400 (disclosure, paid by the seller) and $1,500 (capital improvement). Townhomes carry an added monthly fee, and golf membership is separate. Fees can change — confirm current figures before you buy.
Too many Mesa communities to compare? Ride with us
You don’t have to sort the East Valley out from your laptop. When you come to town, you ride with us and we drive — our gas, not yours. In a day we’ll run through Apache Wells and the other communities you’re weighing, walk the clubhouses, and you’ll cross half the list off yourself. The next day we go back into the finalists and tour real homes — from the budget-friendly ones to the brand-new builds.
It’s the easiest, least stressful way to go from “there are too many choices” to “this is the one.” Ask us about setting up your community tour →
Thinking about buying — or selling — in Apache Wells?
I’m Jarl Kubat, a licensed Arizona agent with 22+ years in the state’s 55+ communities. Apache Wells has a lot of variety and a couple of things to get right — land ownership, home condition, and which community a home is really in. We’ll help you sort it out, find the right home, and negotiate with confidence.
Call or Text: (480) 710-6326 ContactListing accuracy: Property listings and availability are drawn from the Arizona Regional MLS and are believed accurate but not guaranteed. The townhome search may include homes in both Apache Wells and Apache Wells II; confirm which community a home is in before relying on it. Listings change throughout the day.
Community information: Community facts are compiled from public sources and believed accurate but not guaranteed. HOA fees (2026) are current as provided and subject to change by the Association. Golf-club membership, access, and fees are set by Apache Wells Country Club and are separate from HOA dues. Verify age rules, fees, land ownership, home details, and golf access with the Association, the club, or your licensed agent before you buy. Jarl Kubat is a licensed Arizona real estate agent.
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