Roughly 25 miles from Phoenix in the West Valley, The Grand is an age-restricted master-planned community for residents aged 55 and older. Adults have plenty of options for staying busy and active here, with four popular golf courses spread throughout the community, and with two recreation centers featuring an array of indoor and outdoor activities. “It’s in a nice location, and you’ve got all sorts of things to do socially both in The Grand and right outside of it,” says Phoenix metro area resident Melissa Twitchell, a Realtor with eXp Realty. “The city of Surprise is right next door, so you kind of have the best of both worlds, especially during baseball spring training.” After a recent name change and rebrand from “Sun City Grand,” The Grand is looking to set itself apart from fellow communities under the umbrella of active adult community developer Del Webb, including the original Sun City and Sun City West.
Stay active and enjoy pickleball, a vibrant sport, in The Grand.
Granite Falls in Surprise is a golf course with a restaurant and a pro shop.
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Two recreation centers and four golf courses
Between the community’s two recreation centers, Cimmaron and Adobe, residents can find tennis, pickleball and bocce ball courts, fitness equipment, indoor and outdoor walking tracks and more. The Adobe Center has both indoor and outdoor pools, while the Cimmaron Center's one pool is outdoors. Golfers never have to worry about missing a tee time at The Grand, with four community courses to choose from, including the Granite Falls Golf Club’s two 18-hole courses and Desert Springs with its scenic White Tank Mountain views.
Experience the thrill of tennis on well-maintained courts in The Grand.
Surprise Farms residents can head to nearby Granite Falls Golf Club to get in a round of golf.
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A later addition to the Sun City lineup
Homes in The Grand are almost exclusively single-story, single-family detached houses that were built between the late 1990s and early 2000s and feature Spanish-style details like earth-toned stucco exteriors and red clay-tile roofs. Modest versions of these homes start at around $315,000, while larger luxury properties set on the golf courses can go for up to $1 million. Some apartment-style condominiums from the same era can be found in a small section of the community called LaSolana, and are generally less than $250,000. Sidewalks line residential streets, and lots are neatly landscaped with rocks and desert plantings.
Transform your outdoor space with serene desert landscapes in The Grand.
Elevate your yard with picturesque desert landscaping in The Grand.
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Ample shopping and dining along Bell Road and Grand Avenue
Shopping and dining options can be found within the community, both along Bell Road to the south and Grand Avenue to the east. Grocery stores include Trader Joe’s, Fry’s or Albertson’s, and big-box retail includes Target, Kohl’s and Best Buy. Residents can dine at local spots like Bonfire Craft Kitchen and Tap House for wood-fired pizza, barbeque and craft brews, and Oregano’s for classic Italian pasta, but there are also popular chains like Olive Garden and Red Lobster.
Experience lively moments at The Brookside Sports Bar & Grille in The Grand.
Savor unique flavors at Bonfire Craft Kitchen & Tap House in The Grand.
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Social club activities and spring training keep residents busy
There are dozens of clubs for all interests here, from modern dance to stained-glass making. Throughout the year, residents can enjoy regular live performances from tribute bands, dance groups and comedy acts at Sonoran Plaza, and in February and March, they can head to Surprise Stadium just south to catch a spring training game with the Kansas City Royals or Texas Rangers.
Access to Phoenix via State Route 303
While many people can be seen driving cars around here, most residents get around the community in golf carts, which are allowed on all the streets. Loop 303 wraps around the community to the north and east, leading to Interstate 10 and Interstate 17. Residents can get emergency and specialized medical care right across Grand Avenue at Banner Del E Webb Medical Center, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is roughly 40 miles southeast.
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Sun City Grand Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sun City Grand, Surprise sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sun City Grand, Surprise over the last 12 months is $442,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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There's no place like these homes in Surprise, AZ. Practically built just for you, our conveniently located homes come complete with in-unit washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. As a resident of our community, located near Albertson's Center, you'll enjoy modern amenities like a playground and attached garages. In unit Air ConditioningAlarm
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