Goodyear, AZ 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Goodyear have a variety of options to choose from. A suburban city in Central Arizona, Goodyear enjoys plentiful sunshine, and year round warmth and has become an in-demand destination for retirees. The city has experienced rapid expansion and development, which has brought more amenities and recreational activities, including golfing, shopping, and festivals to this popular destination.

Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Goodyear have a variety of options to choose from. A suburban city in Central Arizona, Goodyear enjoys plentiful sunshine, and year round warmth and has become an in-demand destination for retirees. The city has experienced rapid expansion and development, which has brought more amenities and recreational activities, including golfing, shopping, and festivals to this popular destination.

Climate & Geography

As a western suburb of Phoenix, Goodyear experiences a similar subtropical climate with long, hot summers and short, pleasant winters. Rain is infrequent, there is no snowfall, and occasional dust storms can occur. The Gila River bisects the city, and Estrella Mountain Regional Park is located in its central, eastern border.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

Active adults looking for plenty of outdoor recreation can find it in Goodyear. The Estrella Mountain Regional Park has long, flat hikes throughout the desert. Sports fans can catch spring training at the Goodyear Ballpark, and golfers can check out several courses, including the Golf Club of Estrella, Tres Rios Golf Course, Eagle’s Nest Golf Club, Tuscany Falls Golf Course, Palm Valley Golf Club, and more.

The Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater hosts a variety of shows and concerts, including the popular Lakeside Music Festival in spring and the annual Ballet Under the Stars event.

Residents can also find all their daily needs at several marketplaces, including Canyon Trails Towne Center and the Market at Estrella Falls.

Cost of Living & Taxes

Goodyear’s cost of living is above the national average. Transportation and housing are the two biggest reasons for this increase. Other factors like health care and utilities hover just above average, while groceries are below.

Arizona is relatively tax friendly. While Social Security is not taxed, other types of retirement income are fully taxed. The state has low property taxes, but sales taxes are high, and Goodyear’s combined sales tax is 8.8 percent.

Health Care

55+ communities in Goodyear fall within the Phoenix metropolitan area which generally scores well on Gallup's Well-Being Index. Most recently, it ranked in the top 50 communities across the country. Arizona itself ranked in the top 15 states according to the same index.

There are two hospitals in Goodyear: Cancer Treatment Centers of America Phoenix and Abrazo West Campus. The closest U.S. news rated high performing hospital is the Banner Estrella Medical Center in Phoenix. Nearby Sun City has the No. 2 hospital in Arizona, Banner Boswell Medical Center.


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3 communities near Goodyear

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PebbleCreek

For Sale
  • Mid $300ks - Mid $1Ms
  • 6200 Homes (107 for sale)
  • 55+ Age Restriction
  • New And Resale Homes
  • 1994 - Present
  • 10 reviews
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CantaMia at Estrella

For Sale
  • High $300ks - Low $700ks
  • 1700 Homes (24 for sale)
  • 55+ Age Restriction
  • New And Resale Homes
  • 2010 - Present
  • 10 reviews
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Mera Goodyear - Goodyear, AZ

Mera Goodyear

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  • $1,480
  • 188 Apartments
  • 55+ Age Restriction
  • New Homes Only
  • 2020 - Present
  • No Reviews
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$369,000

1056 Southern Hills Drive, Banning, CA

Meadow Ranch Community

  • 3 bed
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  • 3 bath
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  • 2320 SqFt
MLS CV23099287
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