Scottsdale Real Estate & Community News

Scottsdale real estate is always at the top of mind for The Kay-Grant Group as we assist a lot of individuals every month interested in finding or selling their next piece of Arizona real estate; whether that's looking for Old Town Scottsdale condos for sale, a downtown Phoenix loft for sale, or selling their house in northern Phoenix. The Kay-Grant Group are your premier Scottsdale Realtors.

This blog focuses on topics relevant to the Scottsdale and Phoenix metro real estate community as well as to those residing in The Valley that are interested in things to do around The Valley or the general going-ons in Phoenix and Scottsdale.

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April 3, 2024

UNDER CONTRACT: Four-Bedroom Mesa Home

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Fairway Estates Home Under Contract 

This Fairway Estates home is under contract. Situated on a large corner lot, it boasts vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, stylish plantation shutters, and wood-like flooring. The updated bathroom features large marble tiled walls, a convenient dual vanity, and contemporary black fixtures. Step outside to the private diving pool and grassy area, perfect for sunny Arizona days.

Located on McLellan Road and Country Club, this home is near the Mesa Country Club and Loop 202. Are you in the market for a Mesa home? If so, let's connect!

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April 2, 2024

UNDER CONTRACT: Two-Bedroom Glendale Home

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Chaparral Ranch Home Under Contract

This Chaparral Ranch home is under contract. Nestled within a secure gated community, this home offers an inviting floor plan bathed in natural light, complemented by tile flooring and soaring ceilings. 

Located on 67th Avenue and Peoria, this home is near Sahuaro Ranch Park, The Rush Fun Park, and Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School. Are you in the market for a Glendale home? If so, let's connect!

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April 1, 2024

UNDER CONTRACT: Three-Bedroom Phoenix Home

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Lovely Marlborough Country Metro Home Under Contract

This delightful Phoenix home is under contract. It features an open-concept floor plan, an expansive living room with a cozy fireplace, and a generously sized primary suite with built-in shelving, a spacious walk-in closet, and additional cabinets. The kitchen boasts granite countertops and laminate hardwood flooring. Step outdoors to discover a large backyard with a fenced diving pool, RV gate, and covered patio.

Located on 40th Avenue and Peoria, this home is near Cave Creek Golf Course and offers easy access to I-17, Loop 101, and U.S. Route 60. Are you looking for a Phoenix home? If so, let's connect.

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March 29, 2024

Affordable 55 Plus Communities in Arizona

   

Retiring in Arizona

Retirement is not just about saying goodbye to a job; it's about embracing a lifestyle filled with relaxation, leisure, and the joy of community living, especially in one of the affordable 55 plus communities in Arizona.

Arizona, with its sun-drenched days, stunning landscapes, and a plethora of activities, has become a haven for those looking to make the most of their retirement. However, finding a home that doesn't break the bank while still offering a wide variety of amenities, comfort, and companionship can seem difficult. That's where Arizona's affordable 55+ communities come into the spotlight, offering a perfect blend of budget-friendly living and high-quality lifestyle options.

Affordable 55 Plus Communities in Arizona 

Where Are The Affordable 55 Plus Communities in Arizona?

In this article, we'll explore the hidden gems of Arizona's 55+ living communities, proving that you don't have to sacrifice your dreams for affordability. Whether you're a golf enthusiast, an art lover, or someone who enjoys strolls in nature, you will find what you're looking for. Let's take a look at some affordable 55 plus communities in Arizona.

Sun Village

Sun Village, located in Surprise, Arizona, is among the affordable 55 plus communities in Arizona. Here, residents gather at a vibrant clubhouse spanning 47,000 square feet. This social hub serves as the heart of the neighborhood, offering various amenities from fitness centers to a salon and restaurant.

Sun Village's central hub is bustling with activity. It offers a spacious ballroom, a dedicated woodworking workshop, and a creative area for arts and crafts. The community also has a church, a billiards room, and a library. For residents who enjoy activity under the Arizona sun, Sun Village boasts a resort-like pool and spa.

Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the access to Sun Village Golf Course, a popular public course that enhances the recreational opportunities of this vibrant community.

Sun Village boasts a variety of homes characterized by their single-level designs, offering low-maintenance living. Options include attached townhomes and single-family patio homes featuring open layouts and an attached garage. Many of these homes enjoy scenic views of the golf course. 

Sundance

In Buckeye's Sundance community, the action centers around a 15,000-square-foot clubhouse, which offers amenities for active people with diverse interests. This central spot is where the action happens, offering plenty of ways to stay active and entertained. You can hit the gym, take a swim in the pool, or enjoy a game of tennis, pickleball, bocce, or racquetball. Inside the clubhouse, there's even more to explore, including a place to play billiards and cards, a space for arts and crafts, a library filled with books, and a cozy restaurant overlooking the golf course.

The Sundance Golf Club elevates the golfing scene in this community. The stunning 18-hole course blends the beauty of the Sonoran Desert with manicured fairways and vibrant greens. Offering four sets of tees, the course stretches from 5,300 to 7,000 yards, accommodating golfers of various abilities.

Sundance offers a range of new and resale ranch-style single-family homes with several floor plans to choose from. Homes typically have two bedrooms, a den, two or two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a two-car attached garage. They often include covered patios and backyard pools. Many of the homes in Sundance offer golf courses or desert views.

Sun City Grand

Located in Surprise, Arizona, Sun City Grand is where active retirees thrive in a community tailored just for them. Retiring in Arizona doesn't get much better than this - from engaging in educational activities at the continuing education center to luxurious relaxation at the day spa; this community offers a fresh perspective on retirement living.

Discover the Adobe Spa and Fitness Center in the heart of the community. Inside, you will find an indoor lap pool, a walking track, and studios for dancing and exercising. Sun City Grand also offers pampering like facials and massages at Cimarron Day Spa.

Recreational activities thrive at the Village Center, the epicenter of community life. Meanwhile, the Sonoran Plaza features a dazzling 9,000-square-foot grand ballroom, meeting room, and versatile hobby studios. The Palm Center brings the community together, housing a visitor's center and Sun City Grand's own television station.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love the attractions this 55+ community offers, like resort-style pools and tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball courts. Golfers are treated to four meticulously designed courses: Cimarron, Desert Springs, Granite Falls North, and Granite Falls South, making Sun City Grand a golfer's haven.

Sun City Grand offers a variety of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family houses. Condos range from just over 400 square feet to over 1,000 square feet and offer one to two bedrooms and bathrooms. Some units feature spacious living areas, large walk-in closets, convenient eat-in kitchens, and relaxing outdoor patios.

Townhomes range from approximately 1,100 to 1,500 square feet and typically consist of one to two bedrooms, one-and-a-half to two bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage. 

Single-family homes at Sun City Grand range in size from 1,097 to 3,388 square feet, with one to three bedrooms, one-and-a-half to three bathrooms, and an attached two- to two-and-a-half-car garage. These homes often boast sizable great rooms, eat-in kitchens, walk-in closets, and covered patios, and many potential upgrades are available. 

Affordable 55 Plus Communities in Arizona

Province

Situated near the intersection of Ray and McQueen Roads in Chandler, Province, residents enjoy both an active indoor and outdoor lifestyle, surrounded by stunning natural scenery and a variety of amenities. Outdoors, homeowners can explore 125 acres of parks and natural spaces, as well as 50 acres of peaceful lakes—perfect for walking, biking, or fishing. The community also features a resort-style pool and patio for relaxation, along with an amphitheater for community gatherings and events.

For sports enthusiasts, Province offers a range of courts, including tennis, bocce ball, shuffleboard, basketball, and pickleball, in addition to horseshoe pits and an 18-hole putting green—ensuring there's always something enjoyable to do.

The heart of the community's social and recreational life is its 32,000-square-foot clubhouse. This clubhouse boasts an indoor pool and a modern fitness center for those looking to stay fit and active. The clubhouse is also a hub of creativity and learning, featuring an aerobics & dance studio, a sewing studio, and a ceramics studio for the artistically inclined. For relaxation and socialization, the clubhouse offers a café, a ballroom for community events, a library for the avid reader, and billiards and card rooms for entertainment. Province offers a diverse range of single-family and townhomes, both new and resale, with floor plans ranging from 1,155 to 3,100 square feet. Homes in the Province come with features like water-efficient and energy-efficient systems, and some single-family homes include private outdoor pools.

Arizona Traditions

Another Surprise community, Arizona Traditions entices its residents with a lifestyle enriched by diverse amenities and vibrant social gatherings, both indoors and out. The community boasts an 18-hole golf course designed by Dick Bailey, offering a stimulating challenge for golfers across the skill spectrum. This scenic course weaves through the neighborhood, serving as a green artery that brings together the community's outdoor life. Post-game, the Arizona Traditions Bar becomes a popular spot where friends and neighbors congregate to unwind.

Outdoor activities extend beyond golf, with the community providing an assortment of recreational facilities. Residents enjoy three swimming pools, a softball field, and miles of biking trails for exploring the beautiful surroundings. Arizona Traditions' 20,400-square-foot clubhouse boasts a ballroom that can accommodate 700 guests, making it perfect for large gatherings and social events. It also offers arts and crafts studios, a library, and a state-of-the-art fitness center catering to residents' health and wellness needs. This combination of indoor and outdoor amenities ensures that the social calendar of Arizona Traditions residents is as full and varied as they choose it to be, creating a vibrant community spirit.

Arizona Traditions offers just over 1,700 D.R. Horton homes. Homes range from approximately 1,100 to 2,400 square feet and feature one to three bedrooms, two to two-and-a-half bathrooms, and two to two-and-a-half-car garages. Homes boast modern design features and upgraded finishes, with some offering stunning golf courses and mountain views from select sites.

Sun City Festival

Located north of the White Tank Mountains in Buckeye, Sun City Festival embodies an active and vibrant lifestyle for retiring in Arizona, providing many amenities and activities tailored to residents' interests. There are two recreation centers: the Sage Recreation Center, featuring a cutting-edge fitness facility and outdoor pools, and the Saguaro Recreation Center, offering indoor fitness amenities and scenic outdoor spaces. Whether indulging in a round of golf at the Copper Canyon Golf Club, unwinding with friends at the Indigo Grille after a game, or participating in one of the numerous clubs and interest groups, retirees living in Sun City Festival enjoy a rich and fulfilling social life. The community's full-time activities director ensures a dynamic calendar of events, ensuring there's always something exciting happening for residents to enjoy.

Outdoors, residents can enjoy sports courts, a championship golf course managed by Troon Golf, and the Wood Shop & Craft Studio, which serves as a creative outlet for residents.

Sun City Festival is a close-knit community where residents can easily connect and create lasting friendships. With over 30 different single-family floor plans available, each with unique architectural styles and modern amenities, residents have the opportunity to find a home ideally suited to their lifestyle preferences. 

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Leisure World

Located in Mesa, Leisure World is a lively community that welcomes residents as young as 45. Enhancing its small-town charm, Leisure World boasts twelve beautiful man-made lakes. The community also has its own post office and newspaper. 

Leisure World's rich amenities cater to various interests. The clubhouse features several hobby rooms for arts, crafts, pottery, and sewing enthusiasts. A grand ballroom sets the stage for social gatherings, and the 10,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness center offers both group and individual training sessions.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love living in Leisure World, which has courts for tennis, pickleball, bocce, and basketball. Scenic walking and biking trails meander throughout the community. Golfers can tee off at two golf courses, and those seeking relaxation can browse the fully stocked library.

Leisure World offers reasonably priced homes ranging from just over 600 square feet to over 3,400 square feet. Many floor plans have vaulted ceilings and tiled floors, and HOA fees vary based on landscaping preferences (desert or lush landscaping).

Sun Lakes

Located in Chandler, just a 20-minute drive from downtown Phoenix, Sun Lakes is a beautiful community with 6,683 homes. It consists of five country club-style neighborhoods, each with a golf course and clubhouse. The clubhouses offer swimming pools, fitness centers, hobby rooms, and restaurants. Residents of this affordable 55 plus community in Arizona can enjoy various amenities and social activities catering to both golfers and non-golfers. Conveniently situated within minutes of I-10 and Loop 202, Sun Lakes provides easy access to Gilbert and Mesa.

Residents at Sun Lakes have many living options, including a variety of single-family floor plans ranging from 1,000 square feet to 3,500 square feet. In addition to single-family homes, Sun Lakes also offers attached villas or condos. 

Springfield Lakes

Located in Chandler, Springfield Lakes offers an array of enticing amenities. At the center of the community lies a clubhouse with a state-of-the-art fitness center and two outdoor pools. Hobby rooms, a well-stocked library, and a cozy movie theater are available, as well.

Sports enthusiasts will also find plenty to do. Surrounding the central clubhouse are tennis courts, bocce ball, horseshoes, shuffleboard, and a basketball court. One of the main attractions for golf fans is the 18-hole executive golf course intricately woven throughout the neighborhood. 

Homebuyers have options from ranch-style single-family homes spanning 1,000 to over 3,100 square feet. Each home includes two or three bedrooms, two-car garages, and tile roofs.

Looking for Affordable 55 Plus Communities in Arizona?

Are you searching for affordable 55 plus communities in Arizona? If you are retiring in Arizona, The Kay-Grant Group is ready to assist you in finding the perfect community. 

With our extensive experience and deep knowledge of Scottsdale and its surrounding areas, our agents are dedicated to helping you discover the ideal home in a vibrant and welcoming community. 

Reach out to The Kay-Grant Group today by filling out our Contact Form or calling 480-387-3990, and start your journey towards a comfortable and fulfilling living in one of Arizona's premier 55 plus communities.

 

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March 29, 2024

UNDER CONTRACT: Over Two-Acres of Scottsdale Land

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Scottsdale Land Under Contract

This vacant lot in North Scottsdale is under contract. It is an ideal opportunity to bring a dream home to life on a spacious two-plus-acre parcel in an upscale North Scottsdale neighborhood. There are no HOA rules to deal with, and the paved roads add to the convenience. 

This lot is near Scottsdale Road and Dynamite, close to shopping, dining, golf courses, hiking trails, and Loop 101. Are you looking for Scottsdale land? If so, let's connect.

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March 27, 2024

JUST SOLD: Three-Bedroom Phoenix Home

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Charming Cox Village Home Just Sold

This cozy Cox Village home has just sold. It boasts plantation shutters, wood flooring, and a floor-to-ceiling window that floods the living room with natural light. The sizable primary suite has a beautiful accent wall and a gorgeous tiled vanity. The backyard showcases a refreshing pool, perfect for sunny Arizona days. 

Located on 19th Avenue and Dunlap, this home is near shopping, dining, and I-17. Are you in the market for a Phoenix home? If so, let's connect!

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March 26, 2024

JUST SOLD: Three-Bedroom Show Low Home

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Timberland Acres Log Cabin Just Sold

This authentic Show Low log cabin has just closed. The custom-built home sits on over an acre of land and offers an abundance of natural light, vaulted ceilings, rustic log walls, and wood plank ceilings. The kitchen is equipped with ample cabinet storage and a central island, complete with a breakfast bar. The main level features two generously sized bedrooms along with a guest bathroom, while the primary suite is located upstairs. Downstairs, the partially finished basement offers potential guest accommodations with two additional rooms. Outside, the property impresses with a spacious covered deck, a cozy fire pit, and paved parking.

Located on Highway 260 and Timberland Road, this home is near Mogollon Rim Trail and Show Low Creek Meadow Trailhead. Are you in the market for a Show Low home? If so, let's connect!

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March 25, 2024

UNDER CONTRACT: Four-Bedroom Mesa Home

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Impressive Groves Home Under Contract

This incredible Groves home is under contract. The spacious home boasts gorgeous wood tiling flooring, vaulted ceilings, a cozy double-sided fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with an oversized island, custom cabinetry, and a gas range. The Ranch-style home features four sizeable bedrooms and a large office. The backyard oasis is complete with a covered patio, pool, hot tub, mature trees, and a grass area.

Located on Brown and Lindsay, this home is near Royal Hills Golf Course and US 60. Are you in the market for a Mesa home? If so, let's connect!

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March 25, 2024

JUST SOLD: Four-Bedroom Phoenix Home

Incredible Stetson Valley Home Just Sold

This impressive Stetson Valley home has just sold. The property features an additional ensuite bedroom instead of a tandem garage, bringing its size to 2750 square feet. The kitchen boasts an oversized island that seamlessly connects to the spacious great room and dining area. The primary suite is separated from the other bedrooms for privacy. The backyard showcases a pool, spa, bar seating, fireplace, barbecue, television, and clear views of Ludden Mountain.

Located on Happy Valley and 55th Avenue, this home is near The Legend at Arrowhead and the Shops at Norterra. Are you in the market for a Phoenix home? If so, let's connect!

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March 22, 2024

UNDER CONTRACT: Four-Bedroom Mesa Home

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Luxurious Groves Home Under Contract

This impressive Groves home is under contract. The spacious home offers four sizable bedrooms and an office. The renovated chef's kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops and custom cabinetry. The Ranch-style home exudes coziness and charm, highlighted by a double-sided fireplace and herringbone-patterned ceiling with exposed beams. Step outside the 12-foot sliders to discover an outdoor oasis complete with a pool and spa.

Located on Brown and Lindsay, this home is near Royal Hills Golf Course and US 60. Are you in the market for a Mesa home? If so, let's connect!

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