Homes For Sale in Desert Sun CondosDesert Sun Condos: A Gated 55+ Condo Community with a Low Monthly Fee
191 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. Here’s what to know before you buy.
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Desert Sun Condos is a gated 55+ community of 191 condominiums that packs a lot of amenities into a small, affordable package. Behind the gate you’ll find a 4,000-square-foot clubhouse, a heated saltwater pool and large hot tub, an exercise room, and a long list of activities — pickleball, mini golf, shuffleboard, billiards, horseshoes, and more — all covered by one modest monthly fee. It’s pet-friendly, with a dedicated pet run. For a buyer who wants a low-maintenance, lock-and-leave condo with real amenities and a low monthly cost, Desert Sun is worth a close look.
What makes Desert Sun Condos stand out
A lot of amenities for the money. Heated saltwater pool, hot tub, gym, pickleball, mini golf, shuffleboard, and more — for a low monthly fee.
Gated and lock-and-leave. A gated condo community that’s easy to leave for the summer and come back to.
Pet-friendly, with a pet run. Bring your dog — there’s a dedicated run on site.
Quick snapshot
Location: Mesa, AZ
Type: age-restricted 55+ — gated condominium community
Size: 191 condominiums
Clubhouse: 4,000 square feet
Amenities: heated saltwater pool, large hot tub, gym, pickleball, mini golf, shuffleboard, billiards, horseshoes, and more
Pets: pet-friendly, with a pet run
Why buyers choose Desert Sun Condos
- Low monthly fee. A lot of amenities for $197 a month (2026).
- Gated and secure. A gated community for added peace of mind.
- Lock-and-leave. Ideal for snowbirds and travelers.
- Real amenities. Saltwater pool, gym, pickleball, mini golf, and a big clubhouse.
- Pet-friendly. With a dedicated pet run.
Where Desert Sun Condos sits
Desert Sun Condos is in Mesa, with everyday shopping, restaurants, and medical care close by and easy access to the freeways for the rest of the Valley. It’s a convenient, settled location that suits low-maintenance, everyday living in the East Valley.
Age rules
Desert Sun Condos is an age-restricted 55+ community. As with most 55+ communities, the specific rules on who can live there — and any limited allowance for younger residents — are set in the community’s governing documents and can change. Before you buy, we’ll confirm the current requirements for you.
Homes at Desert Sun Condos
Desert Sun is made up of 191 condominiums, so you own your unit while the association maintains the buildings and grounds — a big part of the lock-and-leave appeal. Layouts and sizes vary, and because it’s a condo, financing and lending rules can differ from a single-family home. We’ll pull the details on any unit you like, help you compare, and walk you through what to check.
Buying a condo? A couple of things we check. Review the HOA’s financials and reserves, any special assessments, and the lending/occupancy rules — a well-run condo association protects your investment. That’s part of what we help you review during the inspection period.
Amenities & daily life
For a small community, Desert Sun offers a lot:
- Heated saltwater pool & large hot tub.
- Pickleball court.
- 4,000-square-foot clubhouse with a TV/lounge area.
- Exercise gym, billiards/pool room, and a golf cage.
- Mini golf, shuffleboard, and horseshoe pit.
- Library, crafts and card rooms, laundromat, and BBQ/picnic areas.
HOA & fees (2026)
Here are the current 2026 figures. The monthly fee is notably low for the amenities on offer.
| Fee | 2026 amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly HOA fee | $197.00 | Covers amenities and building/grounds maintenance |
| Capital improvement fee (one-time) | $394.00 | Paid at purchase |
Good to know: Condo fees fund building maintenance, insurance on the structures, and the amenities — so it’s always worth reviewing what’s covered and how well-funded the reserves are. Fees can change through the Association. We’ll confirm the current fee and exactly what it covers for the specific unit before you buy.
Is Desert Sun Condos right for you?
A great fit if you…
- Want a low-cost, low-maintenance, gated condo.
- Like a lot of amenities without a big price tag.
- Travel or snowbird and want to lock and leave.
- Have a dog — there’s a pet run on site.
Worth knowing before you buy…
- It’s a condo — review the HOA’s financials, reserves, and any assessments.
- Condo lending and occupancy rules can differ from a single-family home.
- It’s a compact community, so units can turn over quickly.
- Confirm the pet policy details for the specific unit.
If a gated, amenity-rich 55+ condo with a low monthly fee sounds right, Desert Sun Condos is well worth a look. Tell us what matters most and we’ll help you find the right home.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Sun Condos gated?
Yes — it’s a gated 55+ condominium community.
What does the monthly fee cover?
The 2026 monthly fee is $197 and funds the amenities plus building and grounds maintenance. There’s also a one-time $394 capital-improvement fee at purchase. We’ll confirm exactly what’s covered for the specific unit.
Is it pet-friendly?
Yes — Desert Sun is pet-friendly and has a dedicated pet run. We’ll confirm any specifics for the unit you’re considering.
What amenities are there?
A 4,000-square-foot clubhouse, heated saltwater pool and large hot tub, gym, pickleball, mini golf, shuffleboard, billiards, horseshoes, a golf cage, library, crafts and card rooms, laundromat, and BBQ/picnic areas.
Comparing gated condos in Mesa? Ride with us
You don’t have to sort East Mesa 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 Desert Sun Condos and the other communities you’re weighing, walk the grounds, and you’ll cross half the list off yourself. The next day we go back into the finalists and tour real units, so you can see the fit and the fees for yourself.
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 Desert Sun Condos?
I’m Jarl Kubat, a licensed Arizona agent with 22+ years in the state’s 55+ communities. With a condo, the HOA’s health matters as much as the unit — we’ll help you check both, understand the fee, and negotiate with confidence.
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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.
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. Verify age rules, fees, reserves, condo lending/occupancy rules, pet policies, and availability with the Association or your licensed agent before you buy. Jarl Kubat is a licensed Arizona real estate agent.