About Sun City West Arizona Homes
About Sun City West Arizona Homes
Sun City West Arizona homes continue to carry with them, the Del Webb vision of creating purpose-built retirement communities focused on active lifestyles, but with upgraded amenities and slightly more upscale housing compared to the original Sun City development.
Sun City West is the newer and more upscale “sister community” to the original Sun City, designed as an active adult retirement destination.
Here are some facts about the area:
Location & Geography
- Located in Maricopa County, approximately 25 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix
- Situated just west of the original Sun City development
- Part of Arizona’s Valley of the Sun region in the Sonoran Desert
- Characterized by flat desert terrain with mountain views in the distance
- Hot, arid climate with mild winters (50-70°F) and very hot summers (100°F+ common)
- Year-round sunshine with minimal rainfall
- Elevation around 1,100-1,300 feet above sea level
Housing Characteristics
- Primarily developed in the 1980s and early 1990s (newer than original Sun City)
- Predominantly single-story homes designed with senior accessibility in mind
- Larger average home sizes compared to original Sun City
- More modern amenities and designs than the original development
- Range of housing options from condos and garden apartments to larger single-family homes
- Common features include covered patios, Arizona rooms (enclosed sunrooms), and desert landscaping
- Generally higher-value homes than in the original Sun City
- Strict age restrictions requiring at least one resident to be 55+ with no permanent residents under 19
Popular Neighborhoods
- Areas surrounding the golf courses (especially Pebblebrook, Grandview, and Desert Trails)
- Communities near the recreation centers
- Corte Bella (a gated section with additional amenities)
- The Westbrook Village area
- Neighborhoods with mountain or golf course views command premium prices
Amenities & Features
- Four championship golf courses (Pebblebrook, Trail Ridge, Grandview, and Desert Trails)
- Seven large recreation centers with extensive facilities
- Multiple swimming pools and fitness centers
- Tennis courts, pickleball courts, and lawn bowling
- Woodworking shops and craft studios
- Library facilities
- Bowling center
- Walking and biking paths
- Performing arts theater (Stardust Theatre)
- Nearby shopping centers and medical facilities
- Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center providing comprehensive healthcare
Community Aspects
- Strict 55+ age-restricted community (more consistently enforced than in some similar communities)
- Strong HOA presence with specific regulations about property maintenance
- Very active social scene with hundreds of clubs and organized activities
- Lower population density than the original Sun City
- Significant snowbird population during winter months
- Strong volunteer culture with residents running many community activities
- No school taxes due to age restrictions (resulting in somewhat lower property taxes)
- Community pride and well-maintained common areas
- Reputation for being slightly more affluent than the original Sun City
- Emphasis on security and quiet lifestyle
Give Us a Call
All Sun City West Arizona homes actively listed for sale are below. If you’re looking for average pricing, comparative market analysis reporting and/or specific neighborhood details, you’ll want to contact one of our real estate agents by contacting our team; we’ll be happy to provide you with listing and sale stats.
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Current Sun City West Arizona Homes for Sale
308 Matches Found
$180,000
19610 N STAR RIDGE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,086SF
Last Modified: 4:54pm, November 6, 2025
$185,000
13311 W BOLERO Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
777SF
Last Modified: 3:42pm, October 10, 2025
$187,000
18610 N MICA Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
777SF
Last Modified: 5:03pm, November 5, 2025
$188,000
13523 W PROSPECT Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
994SF
Last Modified: 11:23pm, November 3, 2025
$192,000
13424 W DESERT GLEN Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
888SF
Last Modified: 6:18pm, October 16, 2025
$192,950
19453 N STAR RIDGE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
994SF
Last Modified: 6:52am, October 19, 2025
$195,000
19613 N STAR RIDGE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,114SF
Last Modified: 5:03am, October 30, 2025
New Listing
$198,900
19606 N CAMINO DEL SOL, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,114SF
Last Modified: 8:15am, November 3, 2025
$199,900
19414 N STAR RIDGE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,086SF
Last Modified: 5:06pm, November 4, 2025
$209,999
19878 N STAR RIDGE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,086SF
Last Modified: 6:34am, October 24, 2025
$219,900
13518 W STAR RIDGE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,114SF
Last Modified: 5:10pm, October 27, 2025
$225,000
13210 W ALEPPO Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,138SF
Last Modified: 1:07pm, October 6, 2025
$225,000
19252 N STAR RIDGE Drive W, Sun City West, AZ
Active
1BD
1BA
1,086SF
Last Modified: 7:03pm, September 4, 2025
$225,000
13506 W PROSPECT Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
994SF
Last Modified: 3:44pm, September 11, 2025
$225,000
12514 W SENECA Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,577SF
Last Modified: 4:58am, November 6, 2025
$227,500
13435 W DESERT GLEN Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,341SF
Last Modified: 3:58pm, November 3, 2025
$229,900
13307 W COPPERSTONE Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
1.75BA
1,221SF
Last Modified: 3:13pm, November 2, 2025
$235,000
18655 N PALOMAR Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
1,138SF
Last Modified: 3:46pm, October 9, 2025
New Listing
Open House
$239,900
12507 W PROSPECT Drive W, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,419SF
Last Modified: 3:51pm, November 4, 2025
$240,000
13467 W DESERT GLEN Drive, Sun City West, AZ
Active
2BD
2BA
1,490SF
Last Modified: 9:45pm, October 23, 2025
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