Chandler, AZ 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities
Chandler is one of the largest cities in Maricopa County, Arizona. The fourth largest city in Arizona is rich in history and culture, and is surrounded by natural desert areas. Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Chandler can enjoy the sunny weather while exploring the downtown area visiting museums, galleries, and festivals.
Chandler is one of the largest cities in Maricopa County, Arizona. The fourth largest city in Arizona is rich in history and culture, and is surrounded by natural desert areas. Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Chandler can enjoy the sunny weather while exploring the downtown area visiting museums, galleries, and festivals.
Chandler Climate & Geography
Located in the East Valley, Chandler experiences little rain. The desert climate means hot days that reach over 100 degrees and the coldest days fall to the low 40s.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment In Chandler
There are many places to explore in Chandler, including the KOLI Equestrian Center, Veterans Oasis Park, Tumbleweed Park, and Desert Breeze Park. There are also museums and galleries like the popular Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery, Arizona Railway Museum, Chandler Museum, Vision Gallery, and Huhugam Heritage Center, to name a few. Annual festivals include the Ostrich Festival, Great American Barbeque & Beer Festival, and Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Affordable recreation programs include aquatics, enrichment classes, outdoor discover, wellness and fitness, and social activities at the Chandler Senior Center. With Phoenix only half an hour drive away, residents Chandler has access to a multitude of activities both local and nearby.
Chandler Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Chandler is higher than the national average largely due to housing costs.
Residents of Chandler pay sales tax, both state and municipal, income taxes, property taxes, inheritance and estate taxes, vehicle taxes, and gas taxes. Arizona does not tax Social Security providing a break for residents of 55+ retirement communities in Chandler.
Health Care In Chandler
Chandler Regional Medical Center is ranked in the top 10 best hospitals in Arizona according to U.S. News. This community hospital employs almost 1,000 doctors and staff that specialize in a diverse range of health care services. Furthermore, other local options for residents of 55+ communities in Chandler include the Maricopa Integrated Health System. Maricopa Integrated Health has centers in Chandler, Paper Cranes Family Medicine, and Dignity Health AZ General hospital.
Communities Near Chandler
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Sunbird
- Low $200ks - High $400ks
- 1631 Homes (13 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 1988 - 1998
- 2 reviews
Solera
- High $300ks - Low $800ks
- 1149 Homes (6 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2001 - 2005
- 1 reviews
Springfield
- Mid $300ks - High $400ks
- 742 Homes (9 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 1996 - 2000
- 1 reviews
55+ Monthly Housing Market Trends in Chandler, AZ
Mera Chandler
- 184 Apartments
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
- 2021 - Present
- No Reviews
Lone Tree
- High $400ks - High $600ks
- 72 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2015 - 2018
- 1 reviews
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