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Planning a retirement move to the East Valley? Meet Oakwood, one half of IronOaks in Sun Lakes, Arizona. It’s the newest of the five Sun Lakes communities, it’s guard gated, it shares 45 holes of golf, and it’s the only place in town with guard-gated townhomes.
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. It also pairs with Ironwood as IronOaks Country Club. As a result, buying here gives you two communities’ worth of amenities and the most golf in Sun Lakes.
IronOaks: the country club Oakwood shares with Ironwood
Simply put, IronOaks is the shared country club of Oakwood and Ironwood. Buy in Oakwood and you get the full run of both: a big shared clubhouse, the fitness and racquet center, pools, tennis, pickleball, and 45 holes of golf — Oakwood’s 27 holes plus Ironwood’s 18. In other words, it’s the most amenity-rich pairing of the five.
So choosing Oakwood over Ironwood isn’t about amenities — those come with either address. Instead, it’s about the home. Oakwood has the newest houses in Sun Lakes and the only guard-gated townhomes, while Ironwood leans larger and more established. For that reason, we lay it out side by side in Ironwood vs. Oakwood: which IronOaks community fits you.
The Oakwood Sun Lakes market right now
Naturally, the first thing buyers ask us is whether anything is actually selling. So here’s the latest picture from the MLS for Oakwood, covering all home types.
As of September 30, 2026 · all home types · refreshed monthly
What homes cost: Over the last 90 days, homes here sold from about $328,000 to about $800,000, averaging near $571,000. On average, that works out to roughly 97% of list price, about $260 a square foot, and around 79 days on the market. At last check, asking prices ran from about $310,000 to $879,000.
The larger golf-course homes push the top end, while the townhomes and smaller plans set the entry price. Ranges shift as the market changes, so call or text (480) 710-6326 to verify today’s numbers. You can also compare every community on our Arizona 55+ market update.
The newest homes — and the only guard-gated townhomes
Overall, two things make Oakwood stand out. First, because it’s the youngest community, the homes are newer and often more open and modern in layout than the rest of Sun Lakes. Second, it’s the only guard-gated Sun Lakes community with lock-and-leave townhomes. So if you want low-maintenance living, a guarded gate, and the full IronOaks amenity set, this is the single address that checks all three boxes.
Keep in mind that the townhomes and villas here sit in sub-associations (Units 37 and 46A) with their own dues on top of the IronOaks assessment. For example, at last check one ran about $287 a month and the other about $665 a quarter, with its own transfer fee. Because what each covers varies, we never assume — we pin down the exact amount and what’s included, in writing, before you offer.
A real 24/7 guard gate
Like Ironwood and Palo Verde, Oakwood has a guard on duty around the clock. Residents use a windshield transponder, while visitors stop at the gate. In fact, it’s one of three guard-gated Sun Lakes communities — and the only one where you can pair that gate with a newer home or a lock-and-leave townhome.
What we tell Oakwood buyers
Founder Jarl Kubat has spent 22+ years helping buyers and sellers in Arizona 55+ communities, in both the West Valley and the East Valley. He lives in Arizona Traditions in Surprise, so he knows guard-gated golf community life as a neighbor, not just as an agent.
His advice for Oakwood is simple. First, decide between a single-family home and a townhome, because that choice changes your monthly cost. Then decide whether you’ll actually golf, since golf is a separate membership here. Once those two answers are clear, the right home usually is too.
Golf at Oakwood & IronOaks
Oakwood Golf Club is a 27-hole championship layout with three distinct nines (Palms, Sonoran, and Lakes). Each nine is a par 36, so any 18-hole combination plays to a full par 72. As a result, you can mix and match for a different round most days. Then add Ironwood’s 18-hole, par-67 course, and IronOaks members have 45 holes in all.
| Oakwood nine (par 36 each) | Black | Blue | White | Yellow | Silver |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palms | 3,249 | 3,103 | 2,922 | 2,773 | 2,239 |
| Sonoran | 3,333 | 3,068 | 2,696 | 2,408 | 2,111 |
| Lakes | 3,259 | 3,074 | 2,857 | 2,493 | 2,133 |
Keep in mind that the IronOaks club runs golf, and HOA dues do not fund it. Golf and the fitness center carry their own memberships, so you pay only for what you use. Here are the 2026 IronOaks rates at last check:
| IronOaks membership (annual) | 2026 rate |
|---|---|
| Lifestyle (golf + fitness + tennis + pickleball) | about $3,738 |
| Golf — 7-day, both courses | about $3,254 |
| Golf — 7-day, Oakwood only | about $3,104 |
| Fitness only | about $302 |
| Tennis or Pickleball (each) | about $230 |
Prefer to pay as you play? IronOaks also sells golf punch cards (5, 10, or 20 rounds). Ask us for the current options, or see all five courses on our Sun Lakes golf guide.
Pickleball and tennis at IronOaks
In addition to golf, IronOaks has the biggest racquet complex in Sun Lakes. At last check, that meant ten post-tension pickleball courts (eight of them newly built) and ten lighted tennis courts. The courts are community-owned, and the Sun Lakes Pickleball Club IronOaks runs a full calendar of play. As a result, you’ll find a game at nearly any level. A pickleball or tennis membership is a small yearly add-on (see the table above), and we confirm current court counts and fees before you buy. For more detail, see Sun Lakes pickleball.
See what’s for sale in Oakwood right now
Below are live single-family MLS listings, updated throughout the day. Also, do you want the townhomes or golf-course homes instead? Tap those searches.
Explore Sun Lakes by amenity: floor plans (every Robson model by size), golf (all five courses, 45 holes at IronOaks), and pickleball (10 courts at IronOaks).
What it costs to buy in Oakwood (2026)
| Fee | 2026 amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual assessment | $3,036 | About $253/month ($1,518 semi-annually) |
| Villa/townhome sub-HOA | Varies | e.g. Unit 37 ~$287/mo · Unit 46A ~$665/qtr |
| F.A.C.E. fee | $6,072 | One-time at closing (twice the annual assessment) |
| Resale disclosure fee | $400 | One-time ($361 transfer + $39 condo certs) |
| At closing | ~$6,472 | Plus a $100 rush fee, and any villa transfer fee |
The assessment is based on up to two residents; a third adds 50%. In addition, golf, fitness, and racquet memberships are separate, and villa homes add their sub-association dues. These fees are current for 2026 as provided and can change, so we confirm every figure with the association before you commit. To see how IronOaks compares, check our Arizona 55+ HOA fees guide.
Is Oakwood the right retirement community for you?
A great fit if you…
- Want the newest homes in Sun Lakes, with a more modern feel.
- Like the idea of a lock-and-leave townhome behind a guarded gate.
- Golf — and want a 27-hole championship course plus Ironwood’s 18.
- Want low maintenance without giving up the full IronOaks amenities.
Worth knowing before you buy…
- Higher assessment than most Sun Lakes communities — largest amenity set.
- Villa/townhome homes add a separate sub-association fee — always verify.
- Golf and fitness are separate memberships, not in the HOA.
- Being the newest, homes here can carry a premium price.
Thinking about Oakwood?
I’m Jarl Kubat, a licensed Arizona agent with 22+ years in Arizona’s 55+ and retirement communities. Newer single-family or a lock-and-leave villa — I’ll pin down the sub-association fees, check the home honestly, and get you the right side of IronOaks.
Call or Text: (480) 710-6326 Contact PageOakwood Sun Lakes: frequently asked questions
Age rules & IronOaks
Is Oakwood a retirement community?
Yes. Oakwood is the newest 55+ active adult retirement community in Sun Lakes, guard gated and part of IronOaks. Under federal housing-for-older-persons law, at least 80% of homes must have a resident 55 or older, every home needs a resident 40 or older, and no one under 19 may live there full time. Confirm the current age rules with the association before you buy.
What is IronOaks?
IronOaks is the shared country club of two Sun Lakes communities, Oakwood and Ironwood. They run as one club, so living in either gives you the amenities of both: a big shared clubhouse, the fitness and racquet center, pools, and 45 holes of golf. That’s why it’s the most amenity-rich pairing of the five Sun Lakes communities.
Which Sun Lakes community has the newest homes?
Oakwood. It opened in 1994 as the last of the five, so its homes are the newest and tend to feel more modern. Ironwood, its IronOaks partner, on the other hand opened in 1987 with larger, more established homes.
Homes, fees & the gate
Can I get a townhome behind a guard gate in Sun Lakes?
Yes, but only in Oakwood. It’s the only guard-gated Sun Lakes community with lock-and-leave townhomes and villas. They sit in sub-associations (Units 37 and 46A) with dues on top of the IronOaks assessment, which we confirm in writing before you offer.
Is Oakwood guard gated?
Yes. A guard is on duty 24/7. In fact, Oakwood is one of three guard-gated Sun Lakes communities, along with Ironwood and Palo Verde.
How much is the HOA?
The IronOaks assessment is about $253 a month ($3,036 a year) at last check. It covers the shared amenities across both communities and the guard gate. Golf, fitness, and racquet are separate memberships, and villa homes add a sub-association fee. In any case, we confirm the current numbers before you buy.
What do homes in Oakwood cost?
In the 90 days before September 30, 2026, homes here sold from about $328,000 to about $800,000, averaging near $571,000. Prices change with the market, so call or text (480) 710-6326 for today’s numbers.
Golf & pickleball
What kind of golf does Oakwood have?
A 27-hole championship layout with three par-36 nines (Palms, Sonoran, Lakes), so any 18 plays to par 72. As an IronOaks member you also play Ironwood’s 18-hole course, for 45 holes in total. However, golf is a separate membership from the HOA.
Does Oakwood have pickleball?
Yes. IronOaks has ten pickleball courts and ten lighted tennis courts at last check, shared by Oakwood and Ironwood residents. The courts are community-owned, and a pickleball membership is a small yearly add-on.
Working with an agent
Who is the best real estate agent for Oakwood Sun Lakes?
Look for an agent who works mostly in 55+ communities and knows Oakwood’s fees, age rules and resale market. Founder Jarl Kubat of Arizona 55+ Communities Real Estate (West USA Realty) has spent 22+ years helping buyers and sellers in Arizona 55+ and retirement communities across the West Valley and East Valley. He lives in Arizona Traditions in Surprise, and clients rate the team 4.9 stars on Google. Call or text (480) 710-6326.
The rest of Sun Lakes
- Sun Lakes overview — all five communities compared, and how to choose.
- Ironwood — Oakwood’s IronOaks partner, with larger established homes. Read Ironwood vs. Oakwood.
- Cottonwood and Palo Verde — the other paired communities. See Cottonwood vs. Palo Verde.
- Sun Lakes Country Club — the original, with the lowest buy-in.
Finally, for club hours, events, and tee times, visit the official IronOaks website.
Read the full Sun Lakes buyer’s guide → · See all Arizona 55+ communities we serve →
Jarl Kubat · Licensed Arizona 55+ Communities Specialist · West USA Realty
Listing accuracy: Property listings and availability are drawn from the Arizona Regional MLS and are believed accurate but not guaranteed. Confirm details with your agent before relying on them.
Market figures: Market snapshot and price figures are drawn from the Arizona Regional MLS for Oakwood (all home types) over a trailing 90-day period as of the date shown. Also, the search area may include a few nearby homes. Prices shift as homes are reduced and as the market changes; confirm current figures with your agent before relying on them.
Fees & community information: Fees are current for 2026 as provided and subject to change by the IronOaks association (Sun Lakes HOA #3). The annual assessment, F.A.C.E. fee, villa sub-association dues, golf/fitness/racquet memberships, court counts, age rules, and CC&Rs are summarized for general information and can change. Homes are resale; condition varies by property — always obtain a licensed home inspection. Verify all figures and rules with the association or your licensed agent before you buy. This page is independent buyer-focused information and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Sun Lakes, Ironwood, Oakwood, or IronOaks associations. Jarl Kubat is a licensed Arizona real estate agent with West USA Realty.
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