Most Sun Cities are standalone resort-style active adult communities, but more and more, Sun Cities and other age-restricted communities are being built into larger all-ages master plans when built in the outlying areas.  You still have the privacy and security of a 55+ age restricted community, but this type of development lowers the cost to build a community and your new home. If who don’t mind the little drive and rural location your benefits will be virtually zero traffic, clean air, serene surroundings and much lower home prices.

Sun City at Merrill Ranch offers 24 single-family floor plans that range in size from 1,099 to 2,849 square feet.  You can choose homes that offer courtyards, front porches, 2 or 3 car garages and even homes with casitas. Home buyers can select from both new construction and resale homes.

Residents of Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch have a vast array of amenities to choose from.  Inside the community of Sun City at Merrill Ranch, homeowners will enjoy the 48,000 square-foot Union Center clubhouse featuring: Tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce ball courts, horseshoe pits, state-of-the-art fitness center with the latest state-of-the-art aerobics and strength training equipment, indoor lap pool and an elaborate resort-style outdoor pool area with a lounge pool and large spa, a restaurant and cyber cafe, ballroom and a variety of hobby and game rooms.

There also an indoor walking/jogging track that circles the indoor pool, so you can walk any time of day or year in a safe, climate controlled space. Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch also has a full-time activities coordinator who is continually providing a lot of fun activities and classes for the homeowners to enjoy.

In addition to the private Sun City amenities City Anthem at Merrill Ranch residents have the added benefit of being a part of the larger Merrill Ranch master plan where you can enjoy the Merrill Ranch basketball courts, sand volleyball courts and a rock climbing wall. Check the HOA’s website for the current list of clubs and interest groups.

Sun City at Merrill Ranch also has the continuing education programs from the ASU Lifelong Learning Academy.  It provides residents the opportunity to take classes without leaving the community.

Let’s not forget about the BIG Splash Water Park  that’s a big hit when grandchildren visit.

Sun City Anthem Merrill Ranch Golf

Poston Butte Golf  at Anthem Merrill Ranch is an immaculate 18-hole 7,300 yard Golf Course designed by Gary Panks and managed by Troon Golf.  The course winds throughout the community with memorable par three holes featuring island greens stacked stone walls and bunkers from tee to green hat will captivate players of all skill levels.  The course is open to the public, but Anthem at Merrill Ranch residents have preferred rates and pass programs. Annual passes do not include the “daily fee”, which is based on the season of play.  Golf rate range from $10-$30 per person per round, regardless of whether you use a club cart or your own cart.

There are several nearby state parks to enjoy right outside your door.  Lost Duchman State Park, San Tan Mountain Regional Park and the Casa Grande Ruins are great places to explore and go for a hike.

10 NEW MODELS:

RETREAT SERIES

Hideaway – 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage 1,573 Sq. Ft, Starting from $226,990

Sanctuary – 2 Bedrooms, 2-2.5 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage 1,715 Sq. Ft, Starting from $234,990

Haven – 2-3 Bedrooms, 2-2.5 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,859 Sq. Ft, Starting from $243,990

Preserve – 2-3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 2,010 Sq. Ft, Starting from $252,990

Refuge – 2-3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2-3 Car Garage, 2,191 Sq. Ft, Starting from $262,990

ENCORE SERIES

Pursuit – 2-3 Bedrooms, 2-2.5, Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 2,023 Sq. Ft, Starting from $264,990

Serenity – 2-4 Bedrooms, 2-2.5 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 2,337 Sq. Ft, Starting from $278,990

Endeavor – 2-3 Bedrooms, 2.5, Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage 2,474 Sq. Ft, Starting from $284,990

Journey – 2-3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 2,514 Sq. Ft, Starting from $293,990

Voyage -2-3 Bedrooms, 2.5-3.5, Bathrooms, 3 Car Garage, 2,736 Sq. Ft, Starting from $305,990

RESALE MODELS:

HOLIDAY SERIES

Chateau -2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,099 Sq. Ft.

Retreat -2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,268 Sq. Ft.

Oasis – 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,398 Sq. Ft.

COTTAGE SERIES

Jubilance – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,373 Sq. Ft.

Inspiration – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,494 Sq. Ft.

CLASSIC SERIES

Providence – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 2.5 Car Garage, 1, Sq.612 Sq. Ft.

Cambridge – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,673 Sq. Ft.

Newport – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1,816 Sq. Ft.

PREMIER SERIES

Arcadia – 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms + Den, 2 Car Garage, 1,960 Sq. Ft.

Paramount – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 3 Car Garage, 2,095 Sq. Ft

Concord – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Bathrooms, 3 Car Garage, 2,323 Sq. Ft.

ESTATE SERIES

Manchester -3 + Den Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 2,428 Sq. Ft.

Lexington – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2.5 Bathrooms, 3 Car Garage, 2,528 Sq. Ft.

Regence – 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2.5 Bathrooms, 3 Car Garage, 2,849 Sq. Ft.

45+ Community for new construction homes only.  55+ for resale homes

Homes Constructed By Del Webb
Homes Built 2006 – Present
4,000+ Homes /Planned
Sun City Anthem At Merrill Ranch 2019 HOA Fees
Quarterly Fee = $447.00
Disclosure Fee = $365.00 (Merrill Ranch HOA – onetime fee)
Disclosure Fee = $365.00 (Sun City HOA – onetime fee)
Merrill Ranch Working Capital = $210.00 (onetime fee)
Sun City Festival Working Capital = $945.00 (onetime fee)
Capital Improvement Fee = .25% of the gross sales price (onetime fee)

(Info is updated as of 2/2021)

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