55+ Golf Course Communities Near Phoenix, AZ

PebbleCreek offers a modern community with an expansive golf course for active adults.

With sunny weather, great outdoor recreation, and a relatively low cost of living, it’s easy to see why active adults flock to the Phoenix area. This region is also home to a number of fantastic golf courses that are conveniently located within age-restricted communities.

Here are five great communities near Phoenix where residents can enjoy on-site golf courses and other attractive amenities.

Sun CitySun City, AZ

Below $100k – Low $600s

Trees dotting the golf course at Sun City in Sun City, Arizona
Sun City offers an exceptional lifestyle, especially for those who enjoy playing golf.

The original Sun City was the first 55+ community in the country, and it set the trend for resort-like developments that offer amenity-rich lifestyles. This sprawling 55+ community is home to well over 27,000 residences including condos, single-family homes, and attached homes.

Sun City offers an exceptional lifestyle, especially for those who enjoy playing golf. This self-contained community has 11 golf courses to choose from. With such a great selection, golfers of all skill levels can find a course that meets their needs. In addition to on-site golf courses, Sun City has plentiful amenities to keep residents busy. There are restaurants, shopping areas, fitness centers, resort-style pools and spas, churches, and more.

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Robson RanchEloy, AZ

Low $300s – Low $800s

View across a pond of the golf course and clubhouse at Robson Ranch in Eloy, Arizona
The on-site Robson Ranch Golf Course is semi-private.

Robson Ranch is known for providing an active, social lifestyle while being tucked away from big-city congestion. This 40+ community consists of 4,600 single-family homes and attached homes in a gated environment.

The on-site Robson Ranch Golf Course is semi-private, so it’s a popular spot for residents and locals from the surrounding area. Known for its rolling fairways and beautiful landscaping, this 18-hole course offers an enjoyable game for most skill levels. The golf course also features practice facilities, a pro shop, and a restaurant for unwinding after a game.

Off the course, residents have access to outstanding amenities at Robson Ranch’s 39,000-square-foot clubhouse. This recreation center has swimming pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a softball field, a fitness center, and more.

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Sun LakesSun Lakes, AZ

Low $200s – Low $1Ms

Trees dotting the golf course at Sun Lakes in Sun Lakes, Arizona
With several courses to choose from at Sun Lakes, golfers of all skill levels will feel right at home.

With world-class amenities and five golf courses, Sun Lakes ensures residents always have a way to stay social and active. This gated 40+ community has well over 6,000 residences to choose from, including single-family homes, attached homes, and manufactured homes.

While the community itself is fairly large, the smaller, country club-style neighborhoods provide a private atmosphere. These separate neighborhoods also have their own golf courses and recreation centers. With several 18- and 9-hole courses to choose from, golfers of all skill levels will feel right at home.

In addition to on-site golf, private amenities allow residents to live a well-rounded lifestyle. They can grab a bite at several restaurants, get in shape at the fitness centers, play a game of tennis, and more. The community also has fishing lakes and scenic parks.

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Sun City GrandSurprise, AZ

High $200s – High $800s

Homes surrounding the golf course at Sun City Grand in Surprise, Arizona
Residents at Sun City Grand have access to four championship golf courses.

For homebuyers seeking a golf course community in a quiet location, Sun City Grand is a sound choice. This community offers the vibrant lifestyle that Sun City developments are known for, and it’s ideally located in Phoenix’s northwest valley and avoids big-city congestion. This 45+ community is home to 9,802 residences, including condos, single-family homes, and attached homes.

Residents at Sun City Grand have access to four championship golf courses. These popular courses were designed by Billy Casper and Greg Nash, so golfers can expect a high level of aesthetic appeal and a challenging game. Residents can also enjoy food and beverage service, driving ranges, and a pro shop.

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PebbleCreekGoodyear, AZ

Mid $300s – Low $1Ms

The sign for Tuscany Country Club at PebbleCreek in Goodyear, Arizona
Both luxurious golf clubs at PebbleCreek feature a fully-stocked pro shop and restaurant.

PebbleCreek is ideally located between Downtown Phoenix and Arizona’s White Tank Mountains. This gated 45+ community consists of 6,200 single-family and attached homes.

With nearby hiking and camping options just a short drive away, it’s a popular choice for those seeking an outdoor lifestyle. PebbleCreek’s championship golf courses also make the community a top pick for golfers. When residents feel like enjoying a game of golf, they can head to the 27-hole Tuscany Falls Golf Club or the 18-hole Eagle’s Nest Golf Club. Both of these luxurious golf clubs feature a fully-stocked pro shop and restaurant.

Besides golf, residents have access to world-class amenities, such as fitness centers, a theater, a library, resort-style pools, and more.

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