Sun City Grand Homes For Sale

About

Sun City Grand is a 45+ active adult retirement community in the Northwest Valley of Phoenix, Arizona. It is about 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix just to the South of Sun City West in Surprise. A main street called Grand Avenue separates the two retirement communities. Sun City Grand is known for its lush golf courses, beautiful water features, 5-star resort amenities, and views of the white tank mountains.

The community sits on 4,000 acres, has over 20,000 residents and 9,500 homes. It is the third Del Webb community built in the area. Amenity highlights include four championship golf courses, four swimming pools, two fitness centers, and three onsite restaurants. You will find a variety of clubs and amenities that allow residents a full range of activities while enjoying the Arizona sun.  Sun City Grand is perfect for those looking for a medium-sized newer retirement community with many residence first-time retirees. As an age-restricted community, 15% of the homeowners can be 45 or older, and the rest must be 55+. Homes are appreciating in value.

Real Estate

Sun City Grand is a Del Webb community with almost 9,550 homes and 252 condos. The community's grand opening was in 1996, and the last house was built in 2005. You will find all one-story homes, as many seniors consider no stairs desirable. There are 50-floor plans. Most homes are single-family, ranging from about 1,000 sq ft to 3,500 sq ft. You will also find patio-style homes with small yards for easy maintenance.

LaSolana at Sun City Grand is the name of the condo community. It offers residents a beautiful ten-acre oasis with plush grass, colorful flowers, and nearly 100 stately palm trees throughout the property. LaSolana has seven buildings with several one and two-bedroom floor plans, of which many have small patios. LaSolana offers a lock-and-leave carefree alternative to a single-family home.

Who lives here (demographics)?

The current population of Sun City Grand is around 20,000, with a median age of 69. The community median household income is $54,144, and the average household net worth is $500,569.

Resale Homes

The price for resale homes can range from the low $ 200,000 for condos to the upper $ 200,000 for a single-family home.  Estate-style homes can sell for well over a million dollars. Water and golf course view lots fetch premium prices. Homes on the golf course start at $500,000. Pool homes not on the golf course start in the low $400k's. Sun City Grand is newer than Sun City West and Sun City, so you can expect to pay more per square foot for properties here. Sun City Grand real estate holds its value well, with homes appreciating.

LifeStyle

The amenities in Sun City Grand are pretty spectacular. The community has four 18-hole golf courses and two luxurious clubhouses.  The Abode clubhouse was built first, followed by the Cimarron clubhouse several years later. Abode has an indoor pool with an indoor walking track above. Cimarron is home to the communities popular pickleball courts and a day spa. Each clubhouse has state-of-the-art fitness centers with resort-style pools. Both have outdoor lap pools and jacuzzis. The Sonoran Plaza is the community's social HUB. Many events and activities are held outside during season, which is excellent weather time.

Sun City Grand has a bank, small retail, and two full-service restaurants, the Falls restaurant and Angela's restaurant, which are upscale with golf course views. Happy hour starts early and can be packed by 4 o'clock.

In Conclusion

Sun City Grand is a terrific choice if you are looking for an upscale mid-sized retirement community close to shops and healthcare. It appeals to those wanting a newer, younger community that offers 5-star amenities. Recently, the community changed the name on their entrance signs to "The Grand."  So, if you are checking out the community, be aware of the change. Many buyers that like Sun City Grand often consider PebbleCreek simultaneously until they narrow their search down to one community.