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Phoenix Area, AZ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
72 communities near Phoenix Area
2,881 homes near Phoenix Area
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,251 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,691 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,478 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,111 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,696 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,184 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,564 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,315 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,456 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,754 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,085 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,631 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,938 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,572 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,264 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,885 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,183 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,726 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,500 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,251 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,490 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,251 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,696 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,935 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,108 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,627 sq ft
|House
1 beds
|1 baths
|987 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,524 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,278 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,551 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,748 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,237 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,824 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,826 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,428 sq ft
|House
1 beds
|1 baths
|1,116 sq ft
|Townhouse
55+ Living in the Phoenix Area
In this comprehensive video, we'll take you on a virtual journey through the Valley of the Sun, showcasing why Phoenix and its surrounding cities are the perfect destination for your retirement dreams.
About Phoenix Area
With 300+ days of sunshine, no state tax on Social Security, and an average home price around $493K, the Phoenix area draws more 55+ buyers than any other metro in Arizona. Whether you're looking for a golf-focused master plan like PebbleCreek or Robson Ranch, a resort-style community like Sun City Festival, or an affordable entry point in Surprise or Casa Grande, there's a community for every lifestyle and budget. 55places has profiled all 72 communities with verified pricing, resident reviews, and local agent connections.
Quick facts about Phoenix-area 55+ communities
- How many 55+ communities are in the Phoenix area?
72 communities with homes from under $100K to over $2M
- What is the average home price in Phoenix-area 55+ communities?
Average home price around $493K
- What was the first 55+ community in America?
Sun City (est. 1960, 28,000+ homes) — still one of the largest in America
- How many days of sunshine does the Phoenix area get?
300+ days of sunshine each year
- Does Arizona tax Social Security income?
No state tax on Social Security
- What percentage of Phoenix-area 55+ communities are gated?
56% gated
Frequently Asked Questions
In the Phoenix Area, there are 38 large communities with over 1000 homes, 9 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 38 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in the Phoenix Area has 26 homes, the largest has 28257 homes, and the average communities consists of 1891 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in the Phoenix Area. The most recent communities started in the Phoenix Area include Toll Brothers at Cavasson, Aspendale Scottsdale, The Ridge at Victory. There are also 36 communities in the Phoenix Area that offer new construction homes, including The Ridge at Victory, Sterling Grove, Province.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in the Phoenix Area. Approximately 55.8% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Corte Bella is a gated communities with 1650 homes, and Terravita is another gated communities with 1380 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in the Phoenix Area stay on the market for around 297 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $496,938, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Terravita average around $1,165,323, while homes in Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch average around $433,272.
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