About Sun City, AZ
Population – 37,690 (April 2023)
Median home value – $270,000 (April 2023)
Sun City is located approximately 15 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix. This retirement community was built on the site which previously produced citrus fruits, apricots, olives, and cotton and in 1920 was purchased by the Southwest Cotton Company which later sold to Del E Webb Company, the future home builder. Building began in 1960, and now Sun City has over 26,000 homes and 11 golf courses.
Sun City was not only the first 55+ active-adult community in Arizona, but also the first in the country. It is renowned for its incredible home values, low property taxes, and minimal association fees. Located in one of the most desirable climates in America, Sun City offers a vast number of special-interest clubs and activities for its residents. There are seven unique recreation centers well located throughout the community. Over 130 chartered clubs offer something for everyone. From arts and crafts clubs - to educational clubs - to a variety of social clubs – all provide an excellent opportunity for residents to become active and involved in their community. With literally dozens of clubs, if there is not one in Sun City that suits your fancy, all you have to do is start one!!!! It’s no wonder Sun City is known as the “Community of Active Living.”
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