Senior Housing and Care Choices - More Than You May Think!
When it comes to decisions regarding housing at the time of retirement, most everyone is simply trying to decide where they want to live. Will they stay put or m...
Ron Smith
These are communities that combine resort amenities with luxury new homes targeted at the 55+ active adult community.
A 55+ community can consist of luxury multi-bedroom houses, condominiums, townhouses, apartments, mobile or manufactured homes or recreational vehicles that can be rented, leased or purchased. They are available all around the country and the amenities that they offer and how much they cost can vary significantly.
"Trilogy at Verde River is a new resort community located in Rio Verde, Arizona. This gated neighborhood will feature an elegant clubhouse with plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities that will keep residents busy all year long. Shea Homes offers a wide selection of modern single-family home designs within three luxurious collections. Residents living in Trilogy at Verde River will have everything they want or need in this new golf resort community.
Located east of North Scottsdale, residents living in Trilogy at Verde River will have easy access to shopping and everyday conveniences. They will also have a variety of outdoor recreation as well as attractions from nearby Phoenix.
Update: In addition to in person tours, prospective residents can now tour Trilogy at Verde River virtually if they're not able to travel to tour it physically. This community now also offers Virtual Livestream Events. These events include cooking classes, wine and spirits demos, fitness and wellness events, and much more."
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"Trilogy at Vistancia in Peoria, Arizona is an age-restricted active adult enclave in the award-winning Vistancia master-planned community. It caters to buyers with refined tastes for upscale active living in a luxurious resort-style setting. An exquisite level of detail and craftsmanship was built into every aspect of Trilogy.
In 2005, Vistancia was awarded the best master-planned community in the country by the National Association of Home Builders. One drive through the community and it is easy to understand why. Stunning views, towering palm trees, and lush landscaping make Vistancia seem more like a resort than a neighborhood.
The 7,100-acre Vistancia master plan is designed to be an all-encompassing community complete with schools, shopping, and recreation. In addition to the age-restricted Trilogy neighborhood, Vistancia is comprised of the family-friendly Vistancia Village and exclusive Blackstone Country Club. Ideally situated north of the 303 transit corridor, residents of Vistancia find the perfect blend of new construction amenities and uncongested roadways combined with easy access to the Phoenix valley's many attractions.
Update: This community now offers Virtual Livestream Events. These events include cooking classes, wine and spirits demos, fitness and wellness events, and much more. Prospective residents can even tour Trilogy at Vistancia virtually if they're not able to travel to tour it physically."
For more information check the website.
NOTE: Trilogy at Vistancia is SOLD OUT for new build opportunities.
"Sun City Oro Valley is a beautiful 2,400-home community 20 miles north of downtown Tucson, AZ. It spans over 1,000 acres and was built by Del Webb between the late 1980s to mid 90s. The community is well known for its magnificent views of the adjacent Santa Catalina Mountains, outstanding golf, reasonable home prices and a vibrant social calendar.
Del Webb combined several decades of active adult construction experience when designing this community. It boasts an exciting lineup of amenities uniquely crafted for active adults who want to enjoy a physical and socially active lifestyle."
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"Sonora at Rancho Sahuarita is an intimate Del Webb community with 428 homes located between Green Valley and Tucson, Arizona. As part of the Rancho Sahuarita master-planned community, Sonora residents enjoy the dual benefit of exclusive access to a private age-restricted clubhouse in addition to the amenities in Rancho Sahuarita. Rancho Sahuarita is a mixed generation master-planned community with two age-restricted neighborhoods for active adults."
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"SaddleBrooke Ranch is Robson's newest active adult community near Tucson, AZ. It is situated in high Sonoran desert terrain near the towering Santa Catalina Mountains. This highly sought-after community offers finely crafted homes, world-class amenities and a vibrant lifestyle.
Robson Communities has built some of the finest active adult communities across Arizona for decades. SaddleBrooke Ranch is a follow-up to the award-winning SaddleBrooke community located four miles south. SaddleBrooke is an established community with thoughtfully designed amenities and homes.
Active adult homebuyers looking for homes for sale near Tucson, AZ should consider everything SaddleBrooke Ranch has to offer."
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"Springfield in Chandler is a 55+ community in Chandler, Arizona. It is the ideal active adult community for homebuyers who want the benefits of living in a low-maintenance neighborhood in a smaller, more intimate setting. The neighborhood retains a small-town feel with close-knit neighbors and good friends.
Springfield's clubhouse is open exclusively to its residents. This facility is the social hub of the community that hosts parties, games, and activities that cater to the interests and needs of today's active adults."
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SOLD OUT on new builds - resale only.
"Solera in Chandler, Arizona is a Del Webb community 30 miles southeast of Phoenix. Set amidst the beautiful San Tan Mountains, homeowners in Solera enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding peaks. The community features luxurious single-family homes, world-class amenities and an 18-hole golf course.With just 1,149 homes, Solera is uniquely smaller than some of the larger Del Webb Sun City communities throughout the Phoenix valley. Solera was designed to provide residents with all the benefits of large-scale active adult living in a smaller, more intimate setting. Despite being smaller than the popular Sun City communities, Solera includes many of the sought after amenities demanded by today's active adult buyers."
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"Sunbird in Chandler, Arizona is an age-restricted community that welcomes homebuyers aged 55 and better. This community was designed by Robson Communities as a smaller and less expensive option to their nearby Sun Lakes community. The 1,631 homes in Sunbird provide residents with a more intimate, close-knit feel than some of the larger active adult communities in the area. Homebuyers can choose from reasonably priced single-family and manufactured homes in this gated golf course community. With over a dozen clubs, activities, and interests groups the social scene is always buzzing at Sunbird."
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"Quail Creek is a gated 55+ community in Green Valley, Arizona. Developed by Robson Communities, Quail Creek offers an envious lineup of resort-style amenities for recreation and entertainment, including an athletic club and a technology center. Residents benefit from living in a private community that offers numerous clubs and activities, championship golf courses, and lifelong learning opportunities. Quail Creek features modern single-family homes that offer main-level living a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to the homeowners' association (HOA). The Santa Rita Mountains lie just a few miles within the community, providing picturesque mountain views.
Active adults looking for homes for sale in Green Valley, AZ should consider the lifestyle that Quail Creek has to offer."
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"Trilogy® at Wickenburg Ranch by Shea Homes and Dorn Homes is a resort community in Wickenburg, Arizona. Situated along an 18-hole championship golf course, Trilogy is a gated neighborhood within the master-planned community of Wickenburg Ranch. Homeowners enjoy a lineup of amenities and a lifestyle catered to their needs and wants. Thoughtfully designed single-family homes are offered in a scenic area with a beautiful backdrop. Though this community has a quiet, rural feel, it's also conveniently located between Prescott and Phoenix.
Homebuyers looking for single-family homes for sale in Wickenburg, AZ will enjoy all Trilogy® at Wickenburg Ranch has to offer."
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"Solterra is a 55+ community located in Green Valley, Arizona. Dorn Homes and Fairfield Homes have joined forces to provide approximately 250 single-family homes ranging in size from 1,412 to 2,357 square feet, ideal for today s active adult homebuyer.
As a homeowner in Solterra, you are provided with a membership to Green Valley Recreation s (GVR) network of amenities. Solterra s Green Valley location provides residents the opportunity to lead a socially and physically active lifestyle with over 60 clubs and interest groups."
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"Sun Lakes Arizona by Robson Communities is a magnificent 6,683-home community. It is comprised of five country club style neighborhoods that each have their own golf course and amenity center. A generous assortment of world-class amenities and social activities cater to the non-golfers who reside in this age-restricted community. Sun Lakes Arizona is in a great location on the south side of Chandler just 24 miles from downtown Phoenix. The community is conveniently located in Sun Lakes, AZ, within minutes of I-10 and the 202 loop. Gilbert, Mesa and many popular shopping outlets in Chandler are a short drive from the community."
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"Trilogy at Power Ranch in Gilbert, Arizona is an ideal 55+ community for adults who want to live an active lifestyle in a luxurious setting. This gated community boasts a unique lineup of world-class amenities as well as a number of interest groups and activities for those looking to stay socially and physically active. Trilogy at Power Ranch offers six distinct collections of single-family homes, and is conveniently located near a variety of attractions.
Active adult homebuyers looking for single-family homes for sale in Gilbert, AZ will enjoy all that Trilogy at Power Ranch has to offer."
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SOLD OUT on new builds - resales only.
"Mission Royale is a 55+ community located in Casa Grande, Arizona. This golf course community features single-family homes with certain maintenance services provided by the homeowners' association (HOA). The community also has plenty of amenities, including a clubhouse and the Mission Royale golf course. Residents enjoy easy access to daily necessities, health care, and local attractions, as well. Furthermore, the community is conveniently located in the middle of the Phoenix-Tucson corridor, providing even more options to explore."
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SOLD OUT on new builds - resales only.
"Robson Ranch Arizona is a 55+ golf community located in Eloy, Arizona. With construction beginning in 2005, this community is expected to feature approximately 4,600 attached and single-family homes available on both a new and resale basis. Residents have access to all the benefits of active adult living, including unique amenities, such as a creative arts center, and a low-maintenance lifestyle provided by a homeowners' association (HOA). Members of the community can also easily meet with neighbors or discover new hobbies thanks to the wide selection of clubs and events that dot the social calendar. Homeowners benefit from a convenient location as well, with necessities, health care, and both Phoenix and Tucson easily accessible.
Active adult homebuyers looking for homes for sale in Eloy, AZ should consider Robson Ranch Arizona in their search."
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"Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch is a 55+ community in Florence, Arizona. This active adult community is situated southeast of the San Tan Mountains and about an hour from Phoenix. Residents of the Sun City age-restricted neighborhood enjoy exclusive use of a private clubhouse plus access to the Merrill Ranch master-planned amenities. The grounds of Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch are dotted with open spaces, scenic views, and miles of walking and biking trails. Homebuyers are attracted to Anthem at Merrill Ranch's single-family homes and carefree lifestyle. Owning a low-maintenance home allows for more time to get to know your new neighbors. Several clubs, classes, and activities are offered throughout the year, providing many ways to keep busy both socially and physically.
Homebuyers looking for homes for sale in Florence, AZ have plenty of options to choose from at Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch."
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"Encanterra® in Queen Creek, Arizona is a 55+ neighborhood located within the master-planned community of Encanterra® Country Club. Encanterra® began as an age-targeted community with no age-restriction that targeted active adults and Baby Boomers. In 2011, Shea Homes introduced Encanterra®, the 55+ age-restricted enclave within ncanterra®.
Encanterra® is located east of the beautiful San Tan Mountains and just 45 miles southeast of Phoenix. The community appropriately calls itself "city-close but country-quiet." The description is fitting based on the rural location in close proximity to the 202 loop and the Superstition Freeway (60) making a drive into Phoenix and other nearby suburbs like Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert easily manageable. Also, the new Interstate 24 makes reaching the community and other destinations even easier."
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"The Highlands at Dove Mountain in Marana, Arizona is nestled in the foothills of the Tortolita Mountains 25 miles northwest of Tucson. It is an intimate gated community favored by homebuyers who want all the benefits of a full-scale active adult community, without the crowds.
Active adult residents of The Highlands at Dove Mountain enjoy private amenities and dozens of clubs. Residents of The Highlands in Marana enjoy their low-maintenance homes and vibrant lifestyle among friends and neighbors who share the same interests."
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"PebbleCreek is a Robson active adult community in Goodyear, Arizona. This community is ideally situated between the White Tank Mountains, Estrella Mountain Park, and Downtown Phoenix. The planned 6,100 homes of PebbleCreek in Goodyear offer a myriad of enviable amenities and a lifestyle that keeps residents engaged. PebbleCreek is home to its very own golf course as well as a variety of additional amenities that make staying active easy at PebbleCreek."
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"Province is a 55+ community in Maricopa, Arizona composed of new and resale homes. This expansive community has designated over 30 percent of the land as parks and open space. There are 50 acres of scenic lakes and waterways, providing homeowners with ample opportunity to explore the outdoors. The community is also home to an extensive list of resort-style amenities. Interested homebuyers will be able to choose from multiple home collections and floor plans."
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When it comes to decisions regarding housing at the time of retirement, most everyone is simply trying to decide where they want to live. Will they stay put or m...
Ron Smith
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