Sun Lakes, Arizona is an active adult community located in the East Valley, in the southeast part of the Greater Phoenix area and is located about 18 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

Generally, Tempe and Mesa are to the north, Gilbert is to the northeast, Chandler is to the North and East and Phoenix (Ahwatukee) is to the north and west.

Sun Lakes is an Active Adult* community that covers about 6 square miles, with an elevation of about 1,195 feet.

County: Maricopa
Area Code: 480
Zip Codes: 85248

Nestled in the outskirts of the popular resort destination of Phoenix, Arizona, Sun Lakes provides the best of all worlds: A resort-style active adult community rich with beautiful landscaping, multi-million dollar clubhouse amenities, welcoming friends and beautifully crafted homes.  It is a community with small town values within a metropolitan area. 

This stunning 3,500-acre active adult resort community has been thoughtfully planned and is home to more than 16,200 residents from all around the country. A friendly country club community with value pricing, Sun Lakes appeals to people who’ve worked hard and want to live the life of their dreams.

Sun Lakes features several communities including Palo Verde, Cottonwood (Phase 1), Ironwood (Phase 2) and Oakwood (Phase 3)  Palo Verde, Ironwood and Oakwood are all gated with guard controlled entry.

Spectacular lakes, clubhouses, walking paths, dining, recreation, golf, fitness, tennis, swimming pools, hobbies, social groups, dancing, service clubs, health and support groups, along with religious organizations are all available to you at your leisure.