Homes for Sale 55+ Communities Near Me
Over the last several years, the demand for homes for sale in 55+ communities near me has been steadily on the rise. People are living longer than ever before and retirement communities are a great place for the large baby boomer generation to settle down for years to come. Investing in a home in one of these communities has many benefits. Residents have access to numerous amenities to stay physically and socially active such as state-of-the-art fitness facilities, exercise classes, swimming pools, tennis, pickleball, golf courses, clubs, events, planned activities, and more. There’s always something to do right in your own community. Another major perk is that these communities are typically located in warmer climates such as Arizona, making them very attractive to 55+ homebuyers who desire to live in year-round warm weather and sunshine. Most retirement communities are also located in proximity to a city, which means there’ll be plenty of activities and amenities nearby such as shopping, restaurants, cultural and recreation offerings, community colleges, libraries, and quality healthcare. Additionally, most retirement communities are gated and not accessible to street traffic, so residents feel more secure living in them. Although each community is different, monthly HOA fees often cover homeowner maintenance. Having outdoor space to enjoy but not have to maintain it, is another attractive feature to this aging population.
Sun Lakes Homes for Sale on Golf Course
If you are currently interested in buying a home in a 55+ community, you’ll want to consider Sun Lakes homes for sale on golf course. Located in the Phoenix metro area’s Southwest Valley, Sun Lakes is a magnificent master-planned golf and country club community designed for active adults, 40 years and better. The master-plan comprises five distinct communities, each with its own golf course and clubhouse: Sun Lakes Country Club #1, Cottonwood and Palo Verde (Cottonwood Palo Verde HOA), and Oakwood and Ironwood (IronOaks HOA). Homes in Sun Lakes are priced from the low-200s to the high-700s. Featuring a generous array of resort-style amenities, residents enjoy five top-rated golf courses, 5 clubhouses, multiple heated swimming pools & spas, tennis & pickleball courts, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, several onsite restaurants & cafes, miles of hiking & biking trails, dozens of clubs, activities, planned events, and exciting day excursions (shopping, casinos, concerts) and more. Everything you could possibly want or need for living an engaged, active lifestyle is waiting for you at Sun Lakes.
Buyers will want to partner with a qualified agent who can help them find the perfect home for their lifestyle needs and secure an offer. Cathy Carter is a top-rated Sun Lakes Country Club REALTOR® with over 25 years of experience. Intimately familiar with Sun Lakes and the surrounding area, Cathy has all the information and resources to help you make the best home purchase decision. Get the process started today by calling Cathy directly at (480) 459-8488 or you can get in touch with her here.
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For more information about homes for sale 55+ communities near me, Sun Lakes homes for sale, or to schedule a private showing, please contact Sun Lakes Country Club REALTOR® - Cathy Carter. As a dedicated full-time real estate agent, Cathy keeps her finger on the pulse of the local market at all times and is the first to know when new inventory becomes available, ensuring that her buyers have access to the most valuable properties, including Sun Lakes homes for sale on golf course, and securing an offer. In June 2021, Sun Lakes home prices were up 18.0% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $418K. On average, homes in Sun Lakes sell after 20 days on the market compared to 70 days last year. There were 58 homes sold in June this year, up from 47 last year.
More About Sun Lakes
The value of living in Sun Lakes can be measured by the quality of the homes, superb amenities, excellent location, great neighbors, and the financial stability of a homeowner-owned and managed Association. Developed by Robson Communities, Sun Lakes is a magnificent master-planned retirement community for active adult living, encompassing six square miles and home to more than 16,000 residents. The community is so large that nearby Chandler renamed this six-square mile section "Sun Lakes" so they would have their own address.
Sun Lakes’ impressive array of resort-style amenities, personal interest clubs, and planned activities and events make it the ideal community for active adults who want to stay physically and socially active. Dozens of community clubs and interest groups meet on a regular basis, providing a great outlet for like-minded individuals to socialize and share similar passions. Each HOA has a full-time activities director and a community calendar is continually updated to inform homeowners of the latest activities, classes, events, and exciting excursions.
Cottonwood Palo Verde at Sun Lakes
Cottonwood Palo Verde is one active adult community comprised of two country clubs operating under one HOA, with 36 holes of golf, restaurants, and an abundance of recreation and activities for homeowners and their guests. Cottonwood Palo Verde is comprised of 3,809 homes encompassing some 1120 acres. Residents can play the par 72 championship golf course at Cottonwood and the par 62 executive course at Palo Verde. The tennis club provides an opportunity for players of all skill levels to play on one of the seven tennis courts. Cottonwood PaloVerde amenities also include pickleball, racquetball, a state-of-the-art fitness activity center, and several pools (lap pool, children’s pool, and 3 swimming pools).
Palo Verde has two indoor racquetball courts, a community park with bocce ball courts, a nine-hole putting green, horseshoes, a basketball hoop, and a ramada. Walking paths surround the many beautiful lakes in both neighborhoods. Palo Verde has a fine dining restaurant and spacious bar lounge area, while Cottonwood offers a sports bar featuring casual fare. In addition to all of the above, there are dozens of classes, clubs, and organizations available to homeowners.
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Built between 1979-1995, Cottonwood includes 2,736 traditional houses and townhomes. Cottonwood Country Club features the 18-hole private Cottonwood Golf Course designed by Greg Nash. The course measures 6,584 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 123, and a 71.1 USGA rating. The course features 5 sets of tees for different skill levels.
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Palo Verde was the first gated community in Sun Lakes, built between 1983-1996 with 1,073 traditional houses. Palo Verde Country Club features the 18-hole private Palo Verde golf course. The Palo Verde course measures 4,068 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 98 and a 59.9 USGA rating. The course features 3 sets of tees for different skill levels.
IronOaks at Sun Lakes
The IronOaks community is located in the city of Chandler and Sun Lakes. Comprised of two interconnected neighborhoods - Ironwood and Oakwood - IronOaks is among the most desirable retirement destinations in the Valley. The community features the Ironwood and Oakwood Clubhouses, 45 holes of golf, fitness, tennis & pickleball, softball, pools, trails, and much more. The Ironwood Clubhouse and Restaurant offers a happy hour as well as family dining.
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Built between 1987-2001, the gated Ironwood community includes 734 houses. Ironwood Country Club features the 18-hole semi-private Ironwood course designed by Forrest Richardson and Keith Foster. Ironwood measures 5,500 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 99 and a 64 USGA rating. The course features 3 sets of tees for different skill levels. Green fees, which include a cart, are some of the lowest in the area.
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Built between 1994-2006, Oakwood was the last and most upscale of all of the Sun Lakes communities, with 3,285 traditional houses and patio homes. Oakwood features the 18-hole,semi-private Oakwood golf course designed by noted architect Keith Foster. The Oakwood course measures 6508 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 135 and a 71.1 USGA rating. The course features 4 sets of tees for different skill levels.
Sun Lakes #1 Country Club
Built between 1972-2002, Sun Lakes Country Club #1(the original community) includes 2,139 mobile homes and traditional houses surrounding an executive golf course. Only Sun Lakes #1 has mobile homes available. The community's 18-hole "Sun Lakes" golf course features 3,811 yards from the longest tees for a par of 60. The course rating is 55.1 and has a slope rating of 99 on Bermuda grass.
Surrounding Area
Nearby Chandler offers exciting cultural and entertainment options, a vibrant downtown, great shopping and dining destinations, and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities. Chandler’s lively and historic downtown has quaint boutiques, award-winning eateries, art galleries, the Chandler Center for the Arts, and pedestrian-friendly gathering areas. Chandler Fashion Center (Arizona’s second-largest mall), is anchored by major retailers like Nordstrom, Dillard's, and Macy's, with over 180 brand-name stores, a Harkins Theatres, dozens of full-service and casual eateries, special events, concerts, and more. Chandler’s Price Road Corridor is home to major employers such as Intel, Orbital ATK, Microchip Technologies, PayPal, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and several other companies.
The AAA Four Diamond Awarded Gila River Hotels & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass is located on the ancient Tribal lands of the nearby Gila River Indian Community. Wild Horse Pass offers dining, nightlife, shows, concerts, and gaming. Restaurants include Shula's Steak House, Ling & Louie's Asian Bar & Grill, Fullhouse Café, and Spotlight Lounge. The Wild Horse Pass Shuttle (free) provides transportation between Gila River Hotels & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass, Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, Whirlwind Golf Club, and Phoenix Premium Outlets, an upscale shopping destination with over 90 designer and name-brand outlet stores (Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Adidas, Sunglass Hut, Kate Spade New York, Lucky Brand, Levi's Outlet, Starbucks, DKNY, just to name a few), events and more.
The Phoenix metro area is host to popular annual events such as the Waste Management Phoenix Open and the Barret Jackson Auto Show. For sports fans, Phoenix offers a wide variety of professional sports & events such as the Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB) /Chase Field, Phoenix Suns (NBA), Phoenix Coyotes (NHL), ASU Sun Devil Football, ASU Cardinals Football, Phoenix International Raceway (NASCAR), Turf Paradise (Thoroughbred Racing), Waste Management Phoenix Open, and The Cactus League Spring Training Baseball. Phoenix professional sports facilities: Chase Field - Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, tours available year-round; Talking Stick Resort Arena - Home of the Phoenix - Suns, Mercury, and Arizona Rattlers.
Home to the Waste Management Phoenix Open, the Scottsdale-Phoenix area boasts more than 200 golf courses, many of which are accessible to the public. Each year when the PGA Tour converges on TPC Scottsdale for the “Greatest Show on Grass,” thousands of recreational golfers escape the cold winter weather for sunny skies set against picturesque desert mountain vistas in central Arizona.
Popular Phoenix Area Attractions:
- Desert Botanical Garden
- Taliesin West
- Camelback Mountain
- Phoenix Zoo
- Phoenix Art Museum
- Heard Museum
- South Mountain Park and Preserve
- Old Town Scottsdale
- Heritage Square
Sun Lakes is conveniently located near several major routes: Interstate 10, Loop 202 (Santan Freeway), and Loop 101 (Price Freeway). Valley Metro operates a daily bus service with an extensive list of routes traveling throughout the Phoenix metro area. Several of the Sun Lakes routes also make connections to the METRO light rail traveling in Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa. Route maps, schedules for bus and light rail service are available on their website. The closest major airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport located about 21 miles (24 minutes) from Sun Lakes.
Partner with Sun Lakes Country Club REALTOR® - Cathy Carter
With a genuine passion for real estate, Cathy has been assisting home buyers and sellers in Sun Lakes and the surrounding area for over 25 years. Cathy's personal approach to the real estate process allows her to connect with her clients and uncover the right homes for them. She understands how important good communication is during a real estate transaction and is available to her clients whenever they have questions or concerns, promptly returning all phone calls, texts, and emails. Cathy's clients appreciate her honesty and transparency and feel it helps them as they make important real estate decisions.
Here's what her valued clients have to say:
"Cathy was a terrific agent from beginning to end. Her comps were accurate and helpful at the outset. Her marketing was the best we have seen in our experience and we have sold 7 previous homes. She handled all the selling and closing negotiations very well and helped us navigate several anxious turns in the process. Cathy is calm, judicious, and responsive and we found her opinions and ideas valuable. We would use her to sell or buy a house again without hesitation. Great to work with and got great results."
"Cathy Carter is a highly respected, seasoned real estate professional who is very responsive, knowledgable, and open-minded. She kept my deal together by going beyond the call of duty to do some of the work of a novice agent (representing the buyer) on the sale of my house. Plus, she really went to bat for me on the purchase of my new home, getting upgrades, and closing in 3-weeks. I highly recommend Cathy to represent you in selling and purchasing your next home or investment."
“I have dealt with many real estate agents and I would have to say Cathy Carter was a pleasure to deal with. We flew in from New York to see the area and Cathy gave us as much time as we needed. She showed us around and made us feel comfortable and welcome. As of today we are currently in contract for the sale of our home and are actively looking at homes in the Gilbert and Chandler areas. Cathy emails homes for us to look at on a regular basis and we would not use anyone else.”
“My husband and I worked with Cathy to find our home in the East Valley suburbs of Phoenix AZ. We were transferred to Phoenix from the east coast and Cathy did a wonderful job of orienting us to the area and helping us gain perspective into the different homes and neighborhoods in the East Valley. While working with Cathy, she was always very attentive and efficient. Cathy is extremely knowledgeable. She listened to our ideas about the ideal home, offered suggestions, and took us to see properties that were in line with our expectations. Cathy is extremely responsive and has even reached out to check on us after we moved into our hew home. I would highly recommend Cathy to anyone who is interested in selling their home or purchasing a new home.”
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Whether you are buying or selling, having a trusted professional like Cathy by your side means there's one less thing to worry about. She will protect your best interests, advocate for you, negotiate on your behalf, and do whatever is necessary to ensure the best results possible. To find out more about Sun Lakes homes for sale on golf course or homes for sale 55+ communities near me, please reach out to Cathy today at (480) 459-8488 or send her an email.
RE/MAX Cathy Carter Real Estate & Luxury Homes
Professional REALTOR®
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RE/MAX Alliance Group
725 W. Elliot Rd., Suite 111
Gilbert, AZ. 85233
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