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Sun Lakes, AZ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Sun Lakes
Sun Lakes is a census-designated place and active adult community in Southern Arizona. Active adults enjoy nearby cities featuring a variety of shopping and entertainment options.…
Sun Lakes is a census-designated place and active adult community in Southern Arizona. Active adults enjoy nearby cities featuring a variety of shopping and entertainment options. Residents also enjoy the many natural areas and parks that are perfect for outdoor recreation. Residents wanting the amenities and entertainment of a large city are just half an hour away from downtown Phoenix.
Climate & Geography
Sun Lakes residents can expect many more sunny days per year than average. The city experiences a desert climate with very little rain throughout the year. Sun Lake is located on low, flat land. Residents looking for water activities can enjoy Chandler's Eastern Canal and Phoenix's Salt River.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
While Sun Lakes is a largely residential city that is home to several active adult communities, nearby cities have plenty of entertainment options to offer retirees.
Nearby Chandler offers locals several unique dining options and activities. Additionally, Chandler features the Phoenix Premium Outlets, where residents can shop for affordable, brand-name clothing and household goods.
Residents seeking to enjoy outdoor recreational activities in the warm, sunny weather have a few options in the area. Visitors to Veterans Oasis Park can go fishing, horseback riding, or walking on one of the beautiful serene trails. Residents also enjoy the high number of golf clubs in the area.
Downtown Phoenix is just half an hour away from Sun Lakes. Residents can easily access the large city amenities, dining, and entertainment options there.Â
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Sun Lakes is higher than the state and national averages. The higher cost of living is primarily due to the higher cost of housing. Transportation costs are also above average. Health care and grocery costs in Sun Lakes are roughly at or below the national average.
Arizona is considered to be a moderately tax-friendly state. Social Security, and some government or military pensions are not taxed. However other forms of retirement income are fully taxed at rates ranging from 2.59 to 4.54 percent. Property taxes are low, while sales taxes are average.
Health Care
The state of Arizona scores in the top 15 states on Gallup’s Well-Being Index.Â
There are a number of hospitals in the Sun Lakes area. Nearby Chandler Regional Medical Center is ranked as the No. 5 hospital in the state. U.S. News and World Report rates it as high performing in six procedures and conditions. Mercy Gilbert Medical Center is the No. 8 hospital in Arizona, and rates high performing in four procedures and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 1 55+ community in Sun Lakes, it is for sale. By size, there is 1 large community with over 1000 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Sun Lakes has 6683 homes, the largest has 6683 homes, and the average community consists of 6683 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Sun Lakes.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Sun Lakes stay on the market for around 370 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $474,975, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Sun Lakes average around $474,975.
10 communities near Sun Lakes
273 homes near Sun Lakes
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,085 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,745 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,583 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,658 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,209 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,441 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,911 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,151 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,533 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,434 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,323 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,986 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,261 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,841 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,827 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,116 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,258 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|892 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,948 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,575 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,613 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,903 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,283 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,590 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,572 sq ft
|House
1 beds
|2 baths
|1,467 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,086 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,716 sq ft
|Mobile Home
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,700 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,575 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,730 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 1 55+ community in Sun Lakes, it is for sale. By size, there is 1 large community with over 1000 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Sun Lakes has 6683 homes, the largest has 6683 homes, and the average community consists of 6683 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Sun Lakes.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Sun Lakes stay on the market for around 370 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $474,975, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Sun Lakes average around $474,975.
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