Arizona 55+ Communities
55+ Communities also called 55 Plus Communities are active retirement communities and developments cater to active adult retirement living. These types of communities really offer anything and everything for an active retirement lifestyle.
Sunshine is the main reason active adults seek Arizona 55+ communities. Phoenix golf course living is also a major draw for the 55 plus retirement community search. Mesa and Apache Junction offer many more retirement choices.
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Planning for Your Retirement
Preparing for retirement is like nearing the finish line in a marathon: after so long, the end is finally in sight. In fact, that finish line is really the starting line in a different race—and in order to run it successfully, you have to plan for it. Read more...
Summer Get-A-Ways - Sun Communities
Looking for a new home? Look no further! Sun Communities, Inc is the nation's premier provider of manufactured home communities and RV resorts, offering exceptional amenities which compliment residents lifestyles and as well as a variety of exceptional re Read more...
A retirement home that helps pay for itself
If you're thinking about buying a retirement home, consider taking a “buy-and-rent“ approach before you’re ready to retire. That way, your new home will actually have partly paid for itself by the time you’re ready to move into it. Read more...
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Montesa at Gold Canyon
7373 E US Highway 60
Gold Canyon, AZ 85118
Pet Friendly
Much more than a place to live, Montesa in Arizona offers resort-style retirement community amenities, a stunning natural landscape, and Premier Homes - a venerable desert paradise for adults 55 and older...
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
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Agave Village
7807 E. Main Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
5 homes $9,900 - $14,897
Agave Village - Mesa, AZ - While Agave Village MHRV is nestled within a tranquil community setting, it is brimming with onsite activities managed by a dedicated activities director. Ideally located within the City of Mesa, approximately 2.5 miles west of Interstate loop 202, which is a major east/west highway connecting to Phoenix and other surrounding cities.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
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Robson Ranch, Arizona - Robson Communities
Robson Ranch, Arizona - Robson Communities
5687 N. Robson Blvd
Eloy, AZ 85131
Pet Friendly
Welcome to Robson Ranch Arizona Here you’re surrounded by everything that makes Arizona such a popular place to live. Along with the outstanding medical facilities, educational opportunities, sports and cultural attractions in Phoenix and Tucson, each less than 60 miles away, you’re also near two interstates and two international airports that put California beaches and worldwide vacations within easy reach.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
SaddleBrooke Ranch Resort Community - Robson Communities
SaddleBrooke Ranch Resort Community - Robson Communities
59680 E Robson Cir
Oracle, AZ 85623
Pet Friendly
Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and high Sonoran desert terrain, you’ll find SaddleBrooke Ranch…a Robson Resort Community located in the North Tucson area of Arizona. In this idyllic setting, SaddleBrooke Ranch offers a quiet sanctuary from the hectic pace of life. Beautiful mountain vistas, from almost every direction, provide a dramatic backdrop to resort-style amenities and distinctive homes.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Quail Creek Resort Community - Robson Communities
Quail Creek Resort Community - Robson Communities
1100 N. Eagle Hollow Rd.
Green Valley, AZ 85614
Pet Friendly
Amidst the natural beauty of the rugged Santa Rita Mountains, you can step outside and right into the scenic vistas of Madera Canyon – a wonderland for bird watchers, outdoor lovers and nature enthusiasts. Located only 25 miles south of Tucson, Quail Creek is a world of its own within the friendly town of Sahuarita in the Green Valley area. With so many ways to discover new interests while cherishing old favorites, it’s easy to enjoy your own kind of lifestyle. Here you don’t have to settle on anything, except what you want to do today.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
PebbleCreek - Robson Communities Inc.
PebbleCreek - Robson Communities Inc.
15872 W Clubhouse Drive
Goodyear, AZ 85395
Pet Friendly
At PebbleCreek you'll feel right at home the moment you arrive. Lavish landscaping, sparkling lakes and world-class amenities provide PebbleCreek homeowners with a country club lifestyle that can be described as breathtaking. Golf, tennis, fitness, sports, arts and crafts, music/dance/theater, games and cards, plus a host of clubs and organizations are there for your enjoyment. Or if you'd prefer, just relax at the pool or surf the Internet if that's more your style.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land
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Sun Valley - Sun Communities
11101 E University Dr.
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
6 homes $74,995 - $88,995
Pet Friendly
Welcome home to Sun Valley, Apache Junction AZ, a resort-style 55+ pet-free community with small-town charm. Friendly neighbors and spectacular views of the Superstition Mountains are the highlights of Sun Valley. Come experience this vacation-style retirement community with a hometown atmosphere in Apache Junction, Arizona. At Sun Valley retirement community, the fun never ends. Live like you are on vacation all year long, with outstanding amenities and countless possibilities for fun. Here, you can live the dream lifestyle that you deserve, with everything you could want right outside your front door.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Outdoor Activities, Lawn Games, Court Games, Social Activities, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool,
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Reserve at Fox Creek - Sun Communities
2350 Adobe Rd.
Bullhead City, AZ 86442
6 homes $72,000 - $114,995
Pet Friendly
The Reserve at Fox Creek in Bullhead City, Arizona offers an inspired lifestyle for active retirement 55+ Community living in sunny northwestern Arizona where the possibilities for fun and relaxation are endless. The Reserve is the perfect place for those looking to find a friendly community that is a destination unto itself with a fantastic location just across the Colorado River from the casinos and all of the big name entertainment of Laughlin, Nevada! Residents love taking advantage of our exclusive on-site amenities.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Outdoor Activities, Lawn Games, Social Activities, Food Service, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool,
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Palm Creek Golf & RV Resort - Sun Communities
1110 North Henness Road
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
61 homes $21,900 - $219,900
Pet Friendly
Palm Creek Golf & RV Resort in Casa Grande Arizona, offers world-class amenities with a vibrant social network of active, friendly adults. Our family of residents love taking advantage of our premier on-site amenities. ust forty minutes from Phoenix, residents have the opportunity to discover the stunning Desert Botanical Garden or catch a game at the famous Chase Field. Drive one hour north and visit the gorgeous historic districts of Tucson.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living, Mountain Living (or near), RV Communities
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Storage, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Outdoor Activities, Lawn Games, Court Games, RV Sites, Social Activities, Food Service, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool, Golfing,
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Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near), Rental Homes, RV Communities
Mountain View - Sun Communities
Mountain View - Sun Communities
8600 E. Broadway Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85208
1 homes $13,995 - $13,995
Pet Friendly
Located in the Valley of the Sun, Mountain View Estates in Mesa Arizona boasts an assortment of wonderful lifestyle and leisure pursuits. Enjoy vacation-style living at Mountain View Estates, a 55+ manufactured home community with a host of resort-style amenities and recreational activities.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Outdoor Activities, Lawn Games, Court Games, Social Activities, Food Service, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool, Golfing,
Renaissance Luxury Living at Sun Lakes
Renaissance Luxury Living at Sun Lakes
9508 E. Riggs Road
Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
For more than 30 years, Sun Lakes in metro Phoenix, Arizona has provided the perfect setting for active adults to enjoy life to the fullest. From world-class resort amenities to on-site shopping, medical and educational facilities, Sun Lakes is ideal!
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes, Independent Living, Memory Care, Assisted Living Communities
Pine Lakes Hometown America
Pine Lakes Hometown America
3707 W. Pine Lakes Drive
Prescott, AZ 86305
16 homes $30,000 - $155,150
Forbes rankings are among the most prestigious in the world, and this year Forbes called Prescott, Ariz., one of the top 25 places to retire. Pine Lakes takes that honor to the next level, by providing residents luxury amenities, a tight-knit community an
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living, Mountain Living (or near), Rental Homes
Community Amenities: Community Kitchen, Community Patio, Fishing Lake, Game Room, Nature Trails, Organized Activities, Pickleball Courts, Tennis Courts, Car Wash Area, Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Horseshoe Pits, Medical Facilities Nearby, Picnic & BBQ Area, Ping Pong Table, RV, Boat & Trailer Storage Area, Schools, Shopping & Restaurants Nearby, Shuffleboard Court, Swimming Pool,
Crescent Run Hometown America
Crescent Run Hometown America
8500 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
5 homes $82,500 - $92,500
Pet Friendly
Crescent Run offers the resort life that you’ve always dreamed of living -- for a price that can’t be beat. A large swimming pool, multiple hot tubs, a perfect location, and an enormous clubhouse are just a few of the incredible amenities,
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Rental Homes
Community Amenities: Gated Entry, Olympic-size Swimming Pool, 11,000 sq. ft. Clubhouse, Arts and Crafts Room, Basketball Court, Billiards Room, Bocce Ball Court (2), Commercial / Community Kitchen, Community Center, Dog Walks (3), Fitness Center, Hot Tubs / Spas (2), Library, Nearby Golf Course, Organized Activities, Park w/ Walking Trails, Pet Friendly, Pickleball Courts (6), Picnic & BBQ Area, Putting Green, RV Storage, Shopping Nearby , Shuffleboard Courts (16), Tennis Courts (2), Volleyball Court,
Lost Dutchman - Sun Communities
Lost Dutchman - Sun Communities
10936 E Apache Trail
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
5 homes $56,900 - $69,900
Pet Friendly
Lost Dutchman, Apache Junction, AZ - In an area filled with Southwestern flavor, brilliant blue skies, and desert adventure, you can live your retirement dream at Lost Dutchman. Our community offers a vacation-style Apache Junction 55+ neighborhood surrounded by good friends and welcoming neighbors. This desert oasis is where you will find a life rich with all the pleasures of Arizona retirement living. With three community centers and a wide range of outstanding amenities, residents are never short on things to do in this retirement community.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Storage, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Court Games, RV Sites, Social Activities, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool,
Rancho Mirage - Sun Communities
Rancho Mirage - Sun Communities
2400 East Baseline Ave.
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
2 homes $35,000 - $99,900
Pet Friendly
The majestic Superstition Mountains set the stage for all of the scenic beauty of Rancho Mirage in Apache Junction, AZ. A 55+ manufactured home retirement community, Apache Junction is the best value in resort-style Arizona 55+ living. Residents of this desert jewel have the best of both worlds - peaceful, hometown living matched with a fabulous East Valley location steeped in Wild West history. Every day seems like a vacation at Rancho Mirage 55+ manufactured home community. Residents enjoy exclusive on-site amenities and activities.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Storage, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Outdoor Activities, Court Games, Social Activities, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool, Golfing,
Brentwood West - Sun Communities
Brentwood West - Sun Communities
3104 East Broadway Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85204
10 homes $16,000 - $98,995
Pet Friendly
Brentwood West in Mesa, AZ is a picturesque community offering a superb vacation lifestyle enhanced by the stylish Southwestern flair of the "City of the Arts." This gated retirement community will capture your heart with majestic mountain views, desert beauty, welcoming neighbors, and outstanding amenities. Surrounded by all of the excitement of urban living in Mesa, residents enjoy activities like:
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Storage, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Outdoor Activities, Lawn Games, Court Games, RV Sites, Social Activities, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool,
La Casa Blanca - Sun Communities
La Casa Blanca - Sun Communities
2208 W Baseline Ave.
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
4 homes $49,900 - $54,500
Pet Friendly
Make your retirement dreams come true at La Casa Blanca, Apache Junction's friendliest 55+ lifestyle community. The beauty of the Superstition Mountains sets the stage for this quaint and friendly desert oasis in the East Valley. The exceptional nature of the beautiful Sonoran Desert landscape that surrounds the community is enhanced by the warm, neighborly spirit of the residents that will welcome you home.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Specialty Home Sites, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Lawn Games, Court Games, Social Activities, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool,
Desert Harbor - Sun Communities
Desert Harbor - Sun Communities
3700 South Ironwood Dr.
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
1 homes $59,995 - $59,995
Pet Friendly
Welcome home to Desert Harbor in Apache Junction, Arizona, where desert beauty meets active, resort-style 55+ living. Desert Harbor is nestled by one of Arizona’s most magnificent natural settings - the Superstition Mountains. In addition, wide boulevard-style streets and attractive common areas create a serene environment for Arizona retirement living among friends and neighbors. It is easy to take time to enjoy life's pleasures at Desert Harbor retirement community. With a wealth of amazing amenities, you can stay as busy or relaxed as you desire in this gorgeous manufactured home community.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Mountain Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Pet Accomodations, Indoor Activities, Game Room, Facilities, Court Games, Fitness Facilities, Community Center, Security Features, Swimming Pool, Golfing,
55+ Communities also called 55 Plus Communities are active retirement communities and developments cater to active adult retirement living. These types of communities really offer anything and everything for an active retirement lifestyle.
Sunshine is the main reason active adults seek Arizona 55+ communities. Phoenix golf course living is also a major draw for the 55 plus retirement community search. Mesa and Apache Junction offer many more retirement choices.
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