Arizona 55+ Gated Communities

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The list below features thirty-fivegated communities in Arizona. These communities are scattered throughout the Greater Phoenix Metro Area. There are guard gated and non-guard gated communities. Most of them are 55 plus. The largest communities offer numerous amenities including billiards, golf, lapidary, pickleball, social events, swimming, tennis, wood shop, etc…


AZ Gated 55+ Communities | Homes For Sale

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New homes and resales for sale in Arizona Gated 55+ Communities:


Golf Course Homes | Gated 55 Plus Communities

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New and resale homes for sale within Arizona Gated Retirement communities:


Town-homes For Sale | Gated 55 Communities

New and resale town-homes for sale in gated 55 plus communities:


All of the communities in the links below can be found to your left. These links have the most up to date listing information, community features, and Community HOA fees. Come back often, as the listings can change daily!

Explore 55 Plus Arizona Gated Communities

Arizona Traditions community sign, featuring lush landscaping, vibrant flowers, and a welcoming entrance, highlighting the 55+ lifestyle in Surprise, Arizona.

Arizona Traditions in Surprise, Arizona, is an active 55+ adult guard-gated community with 1,768 homes. Buyers can select from single-family homes that range in size from 1,105 to 2,391 square feet. The homes feature some of the latest state-of-the-art sought-after design features and beautiful upgraded finishes. Some homesites provide spectacular golf courses and mountain views, nestled near the base of the White Tank Mountains. The community is unique in that it is separated from the hustle and bustle of nearby active adult communities with a uniqueness all its own!


Apache Wells II entrance sign with desert landscaping, featuring "Apache Wells II" and "55+" in a guard-gated community context.

Apache Wells 2 / Mesa, AZ


Barclay Village community sign featuring the name "Barclay Village" with a stylized cactus and sunset background, representing a 55+ gated patio home community in Mesa, Arizona.

Barclay Village a 55 plusgated patio home community. New Sun Homes built 65 town-homes from 2003 – 2009. The community has a heated swimming pool with limited amenities.


Blackstone Country Club in Peoria, AZ, featuring a luxurious guard-gated entrance, elegant architecture, and manicured lawns amidst a desert landscape.

Blackstone Country Club in Peoria, AZ is a superior, private, guard-gated country club set within the 7,100-acre master-planned community of Vistancia. The country club offers a natural Sonoran desert setting within a spectacular mountain and golf course backdrop. The 18-hole award-winning golf course was designed by Jim Engh, a member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. The name “Blackstone” comes from the volcanic rock that is indigenous to the desert of Arizona. This community is not a 55+ community.


CantaMia community entrance sign with serene water feature and surrounding desert landscape, highlighting the 55+ active adult lifestyle in Goodyear, Arizona.

CantaMia, located within the master-planned community of Estrella, is a 55+ community in Goodyear, Arizona. The emphasis of this community is on low-maintenance living and friendly neighboring within beautiful scenic surroundings. CantaMia was designed to stay in tune with Mother Nature and encourage healthy lifestyle connections between residents and the environment. There are modern amenities, which are great for those looking for an active lifestyle. The community features 1,700 single-family homes in a variety of floor plans from 1189 to 2852 square feet.


Carriage Manor Resort entrance sign featuring landscaping with red and white flowers, surrounded by a stone feature, in a sunny setting.

Carriage Manor / Mesa, AZ


Corte Bella community entrance fountain with "Corte Bella" sign, surrounded by lush landscaping and blue sky, representing an upscale 45+ gated community in Arizona.

Corte Bella is an intimate 45+ luxurious gated community with all the upscale features you could ever desire. Corte Bella means “beautiful pruning” translated into English and refers to the outstanding landscaping surrounding this exclusive Del Webb active adult community consisting of only 1,650 homes. This development was designed explicitly from input provided by hundreds of retirees who wanted luxury and privacy. The streets are patterned after European architecture. There are casual street scenes, courtyards with flowers, magnificent fountains, tree-lined streets, archways, and even mosaics to enhance the atmosphere.


Fountain of the Sun entrance sign in Mesa, Arizona, featuring desert landscaping and a decorative sun emblem, representing a 55+ guard-gated community.

Fountain of the Sun is a 55+ guard-gated community located in Mesa, Arizona, on 582 of the most scenic acres in southern Arizona. The community has 2,296 residences. Some homes are manufactured. This beautiful gated golf course community provides great low-maintenance homes with various styles and square footage at an affordable price.


Golden Keys sign at a 55+ gated community entrance, featuring desert landscaping with cacti and agave plants, representing upscale retirement living in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Golden keys located in the heart of Scottsdale is a 55+ Gated Community patio home community. Del Trailor built 180 garden condos in 1964. This is a small community, with limited amenities. The community has a heated swimming pool.


Golden Vista RV Resort entrance sign with lush flowers, showcasing a 55+ community in Mesa, Arizona, emphasizing resort-style living and amenities.

Golden Vista Rv Resort / Mesa, AZ


Greenfield Village / Mesa, Arizona


Welcome sign for Happy Trails Resort, featuring cacti and mountains, in a 55+ adult community in Surprise, Arizona.

Happy Trails Resort a 55 plus guard gated community. Community offers 18 hole golf course, sporting & social activities. There are 2,000+ manufactured home & RV lots.


Hearthstone Villas entrance sign with American flag, representing a 55+ gated community in Mesa, Arizona.

Hearthstone Villas / Mesa, AZ


Heritage community entrance sign in Surprise, Arizona, featuring modern stonework and landscaping, representing a 55+ gated lifestyle.

Heritage At Asante is Arizona 55 plus Gated Community offering resort-style living with first class amenities. Senior-friendly 1,500 ranch-style homes with great floor plans to choose from, walk-in closets, gourmet kitchens, and many new state-of-the-art 2022 options for your personalization as well as being conveniently located. You will not be disappointed!


Ironwood Village entrance sign featuring stone wall and tree emblem, representing a 55+ gated community in Casa Grande, AZ.

Ironwood Village / Casa Grande, AZ


Leisure World community entrance sign in Mesa, Arizona, featuring the name "Leisure World" and the number "908" on a stone wall, representing a 55+ adult community.

Leisure World is a guard-gated community located in Mesa, Arizona, with views of the spectacular Superstition Mountains. The community of 2,664 homes accepts residents as young as age 45; however, 80 percent of residents must be 55+. The community consists of eight different districts, with each district having its own board. Twelve artificial lakes are within the community, providing a small town atmosphere and its own post office and newspaper.


Lone Tree gated community entrance sign with landscaped flowers and decorative glass features, representing a 55+ community in Chandler, Arizona.

Lone Tree is the newest 55 plus gated community in Chandler. Construction started in 2015 – 2017. A total of 72 single family homes are built by Pulte.


Meridian Manor 55+ gated community entrance sign with decorative agave plants, located in Arizona's retirement living area.

Meridian Manor is a 55+ gated community. The community was built between 1996 -2012. There were a total of 443 single-family and pre-fabricated homes built.  Residents have limited craft, sporting, and social activities.


Mountain Bridge community entrance sign with colorful flowers and a cactus in Mesa, Arizona.

Mountain Bridge (no age restriction) is a beautiful resort style community with numerous amenities. There 9 separate gated communities. Blandford Homes is currently building 1350+ homes 2010 – present.


PebbleCreek Resort Community entrance with security gate, palm trees, and signage, located in Goodyear, Arizona, highlighting a 40+ gated community.

PebbleCreek development, a 40+ guard gated community named after the famous Pebble Beach golf club in Carmel, California, is an active Robson adult community located in Goodyear, Arizona, between the White Tank Mountains, Estrella Mountain Park, and Phoenix. 6,100 homes built with various ranch-style floor plans offer outstanding amenities and keep residents engaged in an active lifestyle. Currently, there are a variety of attractive pre-owned and new construction homes available. PebbleCreek is comprised of 2 sides within the community Eagles Nest(older homes) and Tuscany Falls(newer homes). Bothe sides have superior amenities. There is a tunnel under the road that joins the two sides. Your HOA fees include the use of amenities and facilities for both communities.


Gated entrance sign of PebbleCreek community with palm trees, landscaped gardens, and a serene pond in Goodyear, Arizona, showcasing amenities for active adult residents.

Province is a 55+ guard-gated 2,217 home adult community in Maricopa, Arizona, composed of new and resale homes.  There are single-family and attached homes in 10 distinct models from1,172 to 2,800 sq/ft. The duplex homes feature one to three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and attached two-car garages, some with dens. The single-family homes feature seven models and have two to three bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and attached two- or three-car garages and dens.


Roadhaven Resort sign at a guard-gated 55+ retirement community in Apache Junction, AZ, with landscaping and palm trees in the background.

Rohaven Resort / Apache Junction, AZ


Robson Ranch entrance sign featuring a windmill structure and landscaped surroundings, representing a 55+ gated community in Eloy, Arizona.

Robson Ranch is a gate-guarded 55+ golf community located in Eloy, Arizona. It is a community that features 4,600 attached and single-family homes. There are five models to choose from for buyers looking for homes for sale in Eloy, AZ. The houses are available in two to three bedrooms, two to 2½ bathrooms, open concept kitchens, and two to three garages. The square foot ranges from 1,236 to 2,655 with open floor plans, walk-in closets, and outdoor living space.


Solera Chandler entrance sign by Del Webb, featuring landscaped planters with vibrant flowers, representing a 55+ guard-gated community in Arizona.

Solera is a Del Webb 55+ guard-gated community located in Chandler, Arizona. Having just 1,149 homes, Solera is smaller than some of the larger Del Webb Sun City communities throughout the Phoenix valley. The community features fabulous single-family homes and world-class amenities. Even though Solera is smaller, it has many sought-after amenities demanded by today’s active adult buyers who want low-maintenance living.


Solera by Del Webb entrance sign featuring a stone wall design and water feature, representing a 55+ gated community in Arizona.

Solera at Johnson Ranch is a 55+ guard-gated community located in Queen Creek, 40 miles southeast of Phoenix. This is a lovely 727-home Del Webb neighborhood part of the Johnson Ranch master-planned community. Homebuyers can choose from low-maintenance single-family homes that range from 1,400 to 1,900 square feet. Most homes have an up-scale level of desirable upgrades such as Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, 42-inch cabinets, and beautiful hard surface flooring. The community is nestled along the eastern base of the spectacular San Tan Mountains. The 2,000-acre Johnson Ranch community is comprised of nearly 6,000 homes.


Springfield Adult Resort Community entrance sign, featuring elegant typography and a stone wall backdrop, representing a 55+ guard-gated community in Arizona.

Springfield Resort is a guard-gated 55+ retirement community of 742 single-family homes built by Del Webb. Homebuyers can select from ranch-style single-family homes ranging from 1,000 to 3,100 square feet. Every home features two or three bedrooms, two-car garages, and tile roofs. The community offers the ideal active adult community for homebuyers who desire the benefits of living in a low-maintenance neighbourhood and a more intimate setting.


Gated entrance of Sterling Grove community in Surprise, Arizona, featuring modern signage and desert landscaping, emphasizing a secure and welcoming atmosphere for 55+ residents.

Sterling Grove a beautiful 24-hour guard-gated 55+ community is located in the scenic city of Surprise, Arizona. The master-planned community surrounding Sterling Grove features over 2,000 single family homes. However, Sterling Grove provides a lifestyle that comes with living in an intimate setting. The community’s emphasis is on wellness, health, and fitness, the importance of which cannot be stressed enough as you age. Check out some amazing homes for sale in Sterling Grove below.


Sun Bird Golf Resort entrance sign with palm trees and American flag, representing a 55+ guard-gated community in Chandler, Arizona.

Sunbird is a 55+ guard-gated community located in Chandler, Arizona. There are1,631 homes in Sunbird, providing residents with a more intimate feel than some larger active adult communities. Homes offered are single-family ranch-style homes and affordably priced manufactured homes. Homes range from 900 square feet to 1,680 square feet with one to two bedrooms, one to two bathrooms, and most with an attached garage. These low-maintenance homes have low association fees.


Sun Village entrance sign in Surprise, Arizona, featuring palm trees and water, representing a 55+ guard-gated community with low maintenance homes and amenities.

Sun Village is a 55+ guard-gated community of 1,382 homes in Surprise, Arizona. It offers adult living in an intimate setting featuring low maintenance, single-story homes, and attached townhomes. The attached townhomes and patio homes have at least one bedroom, one bathroom, and an assigned parking spot or attached garage. Several homes feature golf course views and have beautifully landscaped front yards. Just outside Sun Village’s walls is the spring training stadium of the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals.


Ovation at Meridian community sign featuring the name and tagline, set against a stone wall with palm trees in the background, symbolizing a 55+ active lifestyle community in Queen Creek, AZ.

Ovation at Meridian is a gated community designed by William Lyon Homes. A total of 780 single family homes are being constructed from 2019 – Present. Community offers residents numerous sporting & social activities.


Ironwood Country Club entrance sign with stone wall and water feature, located in Sun Lakes, Arizona, highlighting community amenities for 55+ residents.

Ironwood Country Club Sun Lakes Arizon


Oakwood Country Club sign with landscaped flowers, indicating dining and golf facilities available to the public in Sun Lakes, Arizona.

Oakwood Country Club / Sun Lakes, AZ


Palo Verde Country Club entrance sign in Sun Lakes, Arizona, featuring landscaped stones and palm trees, highlighting the 55+ gated community lifestyle.

Palo Verde Country Club / Sun Lakes, AZ


Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club entrance sign surrounded by desert landscaping in Gold Canyon, Arizona.

Superstition Mountain Country Club – Gold Canyon, Arizona

Community Info. / Homes For Sale


Signage for The Village at Grande Valley Ranch, a 55+ gated community in Eloy, Arizona, featuring the community name against a desert backdrop.

The Village at Grande Valley Ranch – Eloy, AZ

The Village is a 55 plus gated community in Eloy, Az


Trilogy community entrance sign with decorative stone background, surrounded by desert landscaping and palm trees, in Queen Creek, Arizona, representing a 55+ active adult lifestyle.

Trilogy at Encanterra in Queen Creek, Arizona location, you will marvel at the resort-style amenities and special community events and easily understand how the adult community’s life in this spectacular 55+ active lifestyle will feel like living on year-round vacation. The community appropriately calls itself “city-close but country-quiet” with the feel of a high-end resort! This community offers both age restricted and no age restricted communities.


Terravita Golf and Country Club entrance sign surrounded by desert landscaping in Scottsdale, Arizona, highlighting a gated active adult lifestyle community.

Terravita Golf and Country Club is a Del Webb, non-age-restricted gated active adult lifestyle community located in Scottsdale, Arizona. This community will appeal to both socially minded and physically active residents and offers low-maintenance living. The community has 1,380 homes, most of which are eco-friendl.


Trilogy community entrance sign featuring the word "Trilogy" in elegant lettering, surrounded by stone wall and decorative rocks, symbolizing luxury and a resort-style lifestyle for 55+ active adults in Gilbert, Arizona.

Trilogy at Power Ranch is a 55+ guard-gated community located in Gilbert, Arizona, the ideal community for adults who want an active lifestyle in a luxurious setting. The homes are superbly appointed and will appeal to buyers who enjoy upscale living. The elegant single-family homes all have the most desirable features and sought-after upgrades. They are open-design ranch style and offer various floor plan options ranging from 1,141 to a spacious 3,000 square feet.


Trilogy community sign featuring the name "Trilogy" in bold letters on a stone wall, surrounded by lush greenery and flowing water, representing the resort-style living for active adults in Arizona.

Trilogy at Vistancia in Peoria, Arizona is a 5-star premier resort-style community for 55+ active adults who want to enjoy their lifestyle to the utmost! Trilogy literally reinvented how to bring exciting lifestyle features to residents. Utilizing the latest technology designed for ease of use has launched a calendar full of incredible state-of-the-art “Livestream” events, classes, and fun things to learn. You can join any of several virtual events with the click of a mouse or a tap on your mobile device, and you won’t need the assistance of the grandkids!


Trilogy community entrance with a sign displaying "Trilogy," featuring a wooden structure, desert landscaping, and a tall cactus in a sunny Arizona setting.

Trilogy at Verde River is not age-restricted and is a guard-gated community located in Rio Verde, Arizona. Shea Homes offer a wide selection of single-family home designs. Residents will have everything they want or need in this new golf resort community. There will be 1,285 single-family homes with popular floor plans from 1,544 to 2,644 square feet of living space. They have two to three bedrooms and an attached two or four-car garage. These homes feature open layouts, gourmet kitchens, formal dining rooms, covered front porches, and welcoming great rooms.


Trilogy at Wickenburg Ranch entrance sign featuring modern design, surrounded by desert landscaping, emphasizing the 55+ community lifestyle in Arizona.

Trilogy® at Wickenburg Ranch is a 2,000 home guard-gated neighborhood within the master-planned community of Wickenburg Ranch. The professionally custom-designed single-family homes are in a scenic area with a beautiful mountain and desert backdrop. Though this community has a quiet, rural feel, it’s also conveniently located between Prescott and Phoenix. Homes have modern floor plans featuring seven models providing great options for buyers. Floor plans range from 1,210 to 3,429 square feet with one to four bedrooms and attached two to four-car garages.


Tuscany Villas stone entrance sign at Painted Mountain, featuring landscaped flower beds, highlighting a gated community in Mesa, Arizona.

Tuscany Villas (no age restriction) is a beautiful gated townhouse community (it is not 55+).  There were 300+ units built 2007 – 2012. Blandford Homes finished the community. Community offers a heated swimming pool with limited amenities.


Verde Groves community entrance sign with golden lettering, surrounded by vibrant yellow flowers and stonework, representing a 55+ gated community in Arizona.

Verde Groves a Arizona 55 plus gated community THis community offers four different floor plans of patio homes. Beautiful community with limited craft, social and sporting activities. Hughe’s development built 210 homes from 1993 – 2003.


Sign for "The Wells," a gated community in Mesa, Arizona, featuring brick wall and greenery, representing Arizona's 55+ retirement living options.

The Wells / Mesa Arizona


Trilogy at Wickenburg Ranch entrance sign featuring modern design, surrounded by desert landscaping, highlighting the 55+ gated community.

Trilogy at Wickenburg Ranch


55 Plus Gated Community Specialist

Real estate expert Jarl Kubat, specializing in 55+ gated retirement communities in Arizona, portrait image.

Jarl Kubat, a seasoned Arizona real estate expert affiliated with West USA Realty, he offers over two decades of experience in the niche market of Arizona 55 Plus Retirement Communities, Golf Communities, and Country Club Resort-style properties across Phoenix. Feel free to reach out to him at 480-710-6326