Arizona is one of the most desirable retirement destinations in the country and offers a variety of retirement communities ranging anywhere from motor home parks to assisted living facilities. However, in recent years a new class of retirement living, active adult communities, have surfaced.
These communities by definition are for adults 55+ however many also allow for a percentage of residents to be as young as 40 years of age. Their homebuyers tend to be younger and more active than in other retirement communities with a large percentage still working.
“49% of residents at our communities are still working and not yet retired,” says Edward J Robson, owner of the active adult development group Robson Communities, Inc. These homebuyers have left behind high maintenance homes in family oriented neighborhoods and made the leap to active adulthood!
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“The lifestyle and amenities available at a Robson Resort Community…it’s like living in a resort every day,” states Ann Kuperberg. “From spectacular mountain views and friendly people to a variety of on-site classes and recreation facilities; a Robson Resort Community has it all.”
This trend is appealing to empty nesters that still seek that community environment they may have once had while raising a family. Some people may describe active adult communities as a cruise ship on land! You never run out of things to do or people to do them with!
In the Tucson area there are a few active adult communities worth checking out! The Robson Resort Communities provide country club amenities including championship golf courses, tennis and bocce ball courts, dog parks, creative arts and technology centers, performing arts theaters, state-of-the-art sports & aquatics centers complete with indoor and outdoor resort-style pools, and onsite restaurants.
What’s more, new luxury features have also been added to some of these communities, such as coffee and juice bars, wine bars, gourmet chefs, and expanded fitness centers with personal trainers, day spas, and salons.
SaddleBrooke - Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains, SaddleBrooke offers homeowners panoramic mountain and desert views. The property has two clubhouses, 54 holes of golf, creative arts studios, fitness centers, tennis centers, sports club & theater center and other amenities. Home prices start in the low 200’s. The sales office and model village is open 7 days a week. Call 520-818-6000 for more information.
The Preserve - Located in the northeastern section of the SaddleBrooke community, this exclusive luxury neighborhood opened in 2004. The Preserve is the jewel of Robson Resort Communities and offers active adults a secluded sanctuary nestled by the Santa Catalina Mountains and the ultimate in country club living. Home prices start in the mid 500’s.
SaddleBrooke Ranch - Overlooking the magnificent Catalina Mountains, just north of Tucson, SaddleBrooke Ranch is located approximately five miles north of its sister community – SaddleBrooke. It is home to a multi-million dollar sports & aquatic complex, La Hacienda Club, that features an outdoor resort-style pool with beach access and a resistance walking channel, adjoining lap pool, indoor pool w/lap lanes, whirlpool, fitness room, bistro & lounge, billiards, tennis complex including stadium courts, pickleball courts, plus a spa and massage rooms. Home prices start in the high 100’s. The model village offers ten models to tour, including a brand new one, The Dolce.
Quail Creek - Located in the beautiful Green Valley area in the town of Sahuarita, with the Santa Rita Mountains providing a picturesque backdrop, Quail Creek offers a creative arts/technology center, 27 holes of championship golf and a Sports & Aquatics Complex that houses a resort-style pool with whirlpool & lap pool, fitness center, lighted tennis courts and bocce courts. Home prices start in the high 100’s with eight models available to tour.
If you are interested in learning more about the active adult lifestyle, many communities offer a “try before you buy”. For an affordable low rate, potential residents can spend 3 nights in a fully furnished luxury home as well as: a free round of 18-hole championship golf, complimentary dinner at the community restaurant hosted by homeowners, community overview, privileged access to the recreational amenities including tennis, swimming, fitness and more as well as a golf cart and two bicycles for exploring the community.
This program is available at Quail Creek, SaddleBrooke Ranch, and SaddleBrooke. If you are interested in booking a Preferred Guest experience or for more information, log onto www.Robson.com or call 800-732-9949.