The unique town of Sun City, Arizona is a master-planned community of the Del Webb Corporation. This age-restricted community is currently the nation's largest retirement village. The environment here is one of a lush desert oasis where residents enjoy some of the finest resort-style living in the southwest. Its fantastic location places it in Maricopa County, just ten minutes outside of downtown Phoenix.

There are currently some 38,309 residents living in Sun City, with a median age of seventy five years young. Of the Sun City residents who are currently employed, about twenty seven percent work in a professional or managerial capacity. Nearly a quarter of the town's residents work in the service industry, while an additional twenty one percent are employed in either an administrative capacity or in sales. The average household income in Sun City is currently $32,538 per year.

Sun City has some fantastic home options for potential buyers to explore. Over sixty percent of homes here are single family detached style, ranging from 920-square foot bungalows to over 3,500-square foot homes. Depending on the level of maintenance that best suits you, both large and small lots are offered. Single family detached homes start at around $125,000 and rise to over $600,000.

A different take on single-family housing are the city's casitas, which offer stand-alone homes with attached back yard walls. For those looking for homes with no outdoor maintenance, Sun City has an array of multi-family housing options as well. The area's garden apartments are town house styled and range from around $80,000 to nearly $200,000. For those who prefer a chic condominium, there are plenty of low-rise options, some of which offer health and spa amenities within the buildings.

Home ownership is an incredibly popular option in Sun City, with over three-quarters of locals choosing to own rather than rent their homes. Recent real estate reports indicate that the overall average purchase price of a home within Sun City is currently $112,550.

Sun City residents are noted for their active lifestyles, and this community in particular has become the national standard for age-restricted communities across the nation. While it is situated just minutes from Phoenix, residents need never leave their peaceful little town. Everything they could want or need is right here, including shopping, recreation and dining options.

There are a whopping seven golf courses to be found in Sun City, all of which are restricted to use by only residents and their guests. Of the courses, four of them are regulation length and three are considered executive length. Greens fees vary depending on the time of year and frequency of play, but are overall rated as some of the lowest in the state of Arizona. There are two additional, private, courses in the area. Hillcrest is open to the public and has hosted several LPGA and Senior PGA tournaments. Nearby Briarwood is a private country club. There are additionally seven separate recreation centers in town, offering swimming, tennis, bowling and a host of organized activities and special events.

It should be noted again that Sun City is an age restricted town. At least one member of the household must be fifty five years of age or older, and no one in the household may be under eighteen years of age. Residents here are some of the most active people in the nation, and enjoy a host of activities throughout the year. If you are a senior who is considering moving, consider the many possibilities to be found in Sun City, Arizona! To learn more about this spectacular community, simply request our free relocation packet today.