Retiring in Southern Arizona
You bet the Sonoran desert is an in-demand commodity when it comes to considering it as a location for retirement. It may be hot, but the dry climate has abundant health benefits . Following is a list of some of the retirement communities in the area that might be worth taking a look at since Arizona falls so frequently on polls of “best places to retire.”Quail Creek Resport Community: Located in beautiful Sahuarita in the Green Valley area south of Tucson, Quail Creek commands a truly picturesque setting with the stunning Santa Rita Mountains providing postcard views. The surrounding area offers a multitude of things to do and see, including shopping centers, medical services and more. Madera Canyon nearby is renowned for exotic bird watching and hiking trails in the cool pines. Downtown Tucson is only a half hour away, and the Tucson International Airport is within a 20-minute drive.Voyager Resort at the Bay: The newest development at Voyager Resort, The Bay, is an upscale manufactured home community located in Tucson. The homes are custom built in Phoenix. The homes are ground-set and finished with a beautiful durable sand stucco finish and each is fully landscaped. Efficiency in heating and cooling is enhanced by dual glaze windows and high level insulation.Fairview Manor: Located in Tucson but nestled among the Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Fairview Manor is set among lush lawns and towering pine trees. Downtown Tucson, just 15 minutes away, offers 5 large hospitals, including one of the best Veteran Administration hospitals, fine restaurants, department stores and Tucson Mall, one of the largest in Arizona. New and pre-owned homes are available at Fairview Manor. Please contact the office for available floor plans and more information.The Villages of Rio Rico: Located in Rio Rico the Villages offer well-designed resort-style homes that blend beautifully with the desert surroundings. Set against panoramic views of the lush Santa Cruz River Valley and bordered by vast open natural areas, this community offers a variety of home designs for every lifestyle, while utilizing high-performance green building practices to ensure your new home is as energy efficient as it is inviting.There you have it. Four wonderful options to get you started in your pursuit of desert living at its finest!
