Sun Lakes, AZ Golf Course Communities and Homes

In Golf Course Retirement Living on Retirenet.com, you'll find not just PGA-level courses but also executive courses for all skill levels. These communities offer tennis, fitness centers, pools, and marinas for an enriched lifestyle.

Phoenix Arizona is by far one of the more popular retirement destinations for 55+ retirement living in America due to its relatively low cost of living, sunny days and top rated golf courses and 55+ communities. Sun City, just northeast of Phoenix, was the first active adult community in the country making the Phoenix area ground zero for active retirement living for over 60 years. "The Valley of the Sun," as the Phoenix metro area is known, is home to more than four million residents, making it one of the largest and fastest-growing areas of the country. And the nickname is well-chosen: Phoenix enjoys an average of 325 days of sunshine every year. Also, many 55+ retirement communities is why this area is one of the more popular retirement destination outside of Phoenix.

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How To Assess A Golf Community

If you can tell the difference between a mashie niblick and a baffing spoon, there’s a good chance you’ve at least considered retiring to a golf community. Spending your golden years surrounded by lush greens is a widely-held American dream. Read more...

Palm Creek Golf and RV Resort

Casa Grande AZ, Our active 55+ community is lively and fun. We pair world-class amenities with a vibrant social network of active, friendly adults like you. On a typical day at Palm Creek, you can master your swing on our par three golf course, take part in a stained glass workshop, and relax by the pool while sipping a latte from our gourmet bistro. We host over 165 activities per week, so it’s easy to make new friends while finding something fun to do. Feeling adventurous? Join one of our outings to the scenic and historic attractions all around our gorgeous neighborhood of Casa Grande, Arizona. We’re forty minutes south of Phoenix, and an hour north of the historic districts of Tucson. Hundreds of unique attractions are waiting within a day’s drive. So what are you waiting for? Gather your golf clubs, rev up your sense of adventure, and make your way to Arizona for the experience of a lifetime.

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Phoenix, AZ Retirement Living

Retiring in Phoenix, AZ? Retirenet.com offers a directory of the best 55+ active adult communities in Phoenix, Arizona. We know how important finding your forever home is, see the best in retirement living here! Read more...

The Gift That Keeps On Giving

When you work long hours there is often little energy left to volunteer your skills and time. Sometimes it is easier to donate money instead. Give in ways that work best for you, knowing that these may change in different seasons of your life. Read more...

Insurance and Retirement

Once you’re retired, your need for insurance changes. It is a good idea to look at your coverage options and figure out what you need and don’t need, and where you might be able to achieve some savings. Read more...

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Phoenix, Arizona has established itself as a highly sought-after retirement destination for those aged 55 and above in the United States. This is primarily due to its affordable cost of living, abundance of sunny days, and renowned golf courses and communities tailored for this demographic. Sun City, located northeast of Phoenix, holds the distinction of being the first active adult community in the nation, making the Phoenix area the epicenter of retirement living for over six decades.

Referred to as "The Valley of the Sun," the Phoenix metropolitan area boasts a population of over four million residents, solidifying its position as one of the largest and fastest-growing regions in the country. The nickname is aptly chosen, as Phoenix revels in an impressive annual average of 325 days of sunshine.

Furthermore, it's important to note that the climate in Phoenix leans toward arid. While summers can be scorching, as expected in a desert environment, the period from November to April offers sunny weather and pleasant temperatures. Golf enthusiasts will find themselves spoiled for choice with an extensive array of golf courses, including public, private, resort, municipal, and executive options, totaling over 185 destinations in and around Phoenix.

The Phoenix metropolitan area encompasses Maricopa County and substantial portions of Pinal County. It comprises notable cities such as Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, and Scottsdale, along with several smaller communities. Scottsdale, in particular, stands out with one of the largest artist populations in the United States, alongside its plethora of spas, world-class restaurants, and art galleries.

Overall, Phoenix, Arizona, continues to entice retirees with its appealing attributes, cementing its reputation as an attractive and vibrant retirement haven.

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Palm Creek Resort & Residences - Sun Communities

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1110 North Henness Road
Casa Grande, AZ 85122

53 homes $65,000 - $369,900

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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 (or near), Mountain Living (or near), RV Communities

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Estrella

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8175 South Hillside Drive
Goodyear, AZ 85338

4 homes $424,714 - $454,467

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Enjoy Estrella’s Residents’ Clubs, resort-style pools, restaurants, 50+ community parks, 65+ miles of trails, lakes, and golf; all included with the community’s low HOA fees. Within Estrella are great schools, shopping, health services, and endless stunning views of the Sierra Estrella mountains.

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Mountain Living (or near), All Age Communities

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Robson Ranch, Arizona - Robson Communities

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5687 N. Robson Blvd
Eloy, AZ 85131

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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.

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PebbleCreek - Robson Communities Inc.

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15872 W Clubhouse Drive
Goodyear, AZ 85395

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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.

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Sunland Springs Village /Farnsworth

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2233 S. Springwood Blvd.
Mesa, AZ 85212

Sunland Springs Village is the fourth retirement community built by Farnsworth Development in Arizona. ...

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Encanterra, a Trilogy Resort Community

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36460 N. Encanterra Drive
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

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Sunrise RV Resort

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1403 West Broadway Road
Apache Junction, AZ 85120

Welcome to Sunrise RV Resort. We are a 55+ active adult RV community offering 5-star amenities including 34 acres of natural beauty, recreational activities and relaxation for your instant comfort. Once you enter the gated community you are greeted with w

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Central Park Village - MyMH

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205 West Bell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85023

Central Park offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere with a location convenient to downtown Phoenix and ...

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Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club

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3976 South Ponderosa Drive
Superstition Mountain, AZ 85218

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Orangewood

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2650 W. Union Hills Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85027

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