Corte Bella by Del Webb in Sun City West, Arizona is a luxury gated community for adults age 55 and better. With just 1,650 homes, Corte Bella is a highly sought after active adult community with an upscale feeling. Residents enjoy a world-class clubhouse, private golf course, gated entry and of course the famous Del Webb lifestyle. The amenities of Corte Bella are spread out among two facilities, the 11,500 square foot fitness center and the 9,000 square foot social hall. The fitness center offers state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight training equipment, an aerobics and dance studio plus a full-service spa offering relaxing massages, therapy tubs, saunas and more. The social hall offers ideal spaces to meet up with friends, attend club meetings or enjoy special events. The Anacap... 07/02/2011

Sun City West AZ Homes for sale by price range   Sun City West AZ in Phoenix West Valley Del Webb 55+ Active Adult Golf Community with 7 golf courses, Tennis, Pickleball, Billiards, Bowling, 4 Recreation Centers with indoor and outdoor pools. Sun City West also has a private country club Briarwood and a public course Hillcrest the home of a John Jacobs golf school. Sun City West AZ near Sun City Grand Az, Sun City, Corte Bella, Trilogy, Arizona Traditions, Surprise AZ and Happy Trails. Del Webb Sun City West has so much to offer there will be no time to get bored unless of course you are just in the mood to kick back and read, relax or take on a new challenge in life by joining one of the many clubs, stained glass, pottery, photography, bridge and I could go on and on with so many socia... 06/09/2011

I go to a lot of sales meetings withRealtors and explain the different types of financing we do in house.  I always get the question of how long after a BK, foreclosure, or a short sale can a client buy a home.  FHA and VA are definitely the easiest to qualify after these circumstances with a wait period of 3 years.  VA will actually only have a 2 year wait period.  Lets remember if the client didn't go late on the short sale we can fund day 1 after the sale closes.  This often happens on a divorce or a relocation.  Conventional financing will have a 7 year wait after foreclosure and 4 years after a short sale.  Where I believe guidelines are getting looser is with private mortgage insurance loan(PMI).  Most Mortgage insurance companies have lowered their credit scores from 720 to 660 n... 05/24/2011

The Palo Verde Quilt Clubis a chartered Club of Sun City West Recreation Center. Each year the Palo Verde Quilt Club of Sun City West raffles off a charity quilt. The proceeds of the raffle benefits the Palo Verde's charities.  This year's quilt is 93" x 93", the ideally suited for a king sized bed.  The quilt is hand embroidered and hand quilted, exquisite and meticulously crafted.  The workmanship and quality of the quilting demonstrate talent that abounds members of the Palo Verde Patchers. The lucky winner will surely be proud to own this quilt that clearly has 12 stitches per inch, indicative of more experienced quilters. Drawing for this fabulous work of art will be held at the Fall 2011 Craft Fair at Sun City West Recreation Center.  Tickets can be purchased at the craft fair. Fo... 05/19/2011

Sun City West Arizona Real Estate Market Snapshot 8May2011 Sun City West Arizona is an unincorporated retirement community (55+) with 17,300 residences that were built and developed by Del Webb Corporation. Sun City West is the home to approximately 35,000 people.  There are four recreation centers in Sun City West, 3 indoor pools, 3 outdoor swimming pools, bowling, billiards, tennis courts, handball courts, pickle ball courts, racquetball courts, pet park, softball field, over 100 established clubs and year-round activities.  It's an adult wonderland! There are nine golf courses in Sun City West. Pebblebrook, Grandview, Deer Valley and Trail Ridge are championship courses. Stardust, Echo Mesa and Desert Trails are executive-length courses.  Hillcrest Golf Club is owned by John Jacobs S... 05/11/2011

One of the most premier communities of Arizona, Sun City West is a great place to in which to live.  Popular for its golf courses and exclusive recreation, there are a number of people who choose to invest in this fabulous community. For those looking for affordable real estate in Sun City West, they can find a number of interesting deals in the area. The community has been developed by Del Webb and includes facilities like tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness centers, billiards, golf courses, recreation complexes, and more. The White Tank Mountains are close to the community featuring a number of trails. Sun City West offers a stunning lifestyle that you can enjoy. The community also offers some wonderful retirement homes. Whether you are looking for golf homes, houses with pools, or... 04/27/2011

Silent Saturday ~ Respecting Diversity   We look different from one another but all come from the same stem. Similarly to my rose bush Peace, peace can be realized only through love. Easter is a time in which we recognize that we are all the same without any differences in the eyes of the Lord. 04/23/2011

Sun City West Arizona Real Estate Sales March 2011 Just posted on my internet website March 2011 Sun City West Sales 13 Sun City West golf course properties sold in March 2011.  Average square footage: 2,296 sf Average List Price: $270,062 Average Sale Price: $256,077 Average Days on the Market: 121 days No foreclosed properties closed; 1 short sale closed    81 homes off the golf coruse sold in March 2011. Average square footage: 1,500 sf Average List price: $141,526 Average Sale Price: $133,671 Average Days on the Market: 103 Days 7 foreclosed properties closed; 2 short sales closed   To see past Sun City West Arizona real estate sales, go to: http://leolinda.com/default.asp_Q_f_E_cpg_A_pg_E_HomesSOLDinSunCityWest Please visit my website if you are thinking of buying or selling a home... 04/01/2011

Corte Bella is a Del Webb Golf Active Adult resort style community. The community consists of all single level, single family homes that were built between 2004 - 2007. This beautiful, gated, golf community is a wonderful place for active adults (55+) to live, work, play, and retire in luxury. It's the newest Del  Webb community in Sun City West. Corte Bella features only 1650 homes for all price points and needs. If you are looking for a seasonal home, Corte Bella's 1154 square foot Villa is just the right size and easy to maintain. But, if you are looking to live your best years in a more grandiose manner, the 3020 square foot Granada model may be just what you're looking for. There are 12 basic floorplans, so there's a perfect fit for everyone! All plans are available with golf cours... 03/20/2011

12835 W Junipero Drive SUN CITY WEST, AZ Amazing Active Adult sanctuary perfectly situated along the 6th green w/breathtaking golf course & mountain views. 2BR/2BA Single Family House $259,990 Year Built 2005 Sq Footage 1,904 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 10,383 sqft HOA/Maint $128 per month DescriptionNestled inside a gated resort style community, this move in ready 2BR +Den home sits on the 6th green with breathtaking golf & mountain views. The ¼ acre pie shaped homesite offers a SW facing bkyd with sweeping views of the spectacular AZ sunsets. Snuggle up by the outdoor gas fireplace on those cool AZ winter evenings. The Chef’s island kitchen boasts raised panel toffee maple cabinetry with crown molding, white appliances, under cabinet ... 03/19/2011

Fitzpatrick Ranch Sun City West Arizona retirement homes for sale 14706 West Blackgold CourtSun City West, Arizona 85375Community:  Sun City WestMLS 4552076offered at $390,000 Fitzpatrick Ranch contains 45 large home-sites in Sun City West Arizona with full Sun City West privileges.  Each lot is 10,000 sq ft and larger, fully contained with a wall and fencing.  This short sale home in Fitzpatrick Ranch has 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths.  It is a gently lived in Tuscan style home with separate guest house casita. Property features private front courtyard with built-in water feature, 20 inch tile, slab granite counters, 42 inch cherry cabinets, gas cooking, 10 foot closings, 8 foot doors, custom paint, walk-in shower in master bath, upgraded carpets plus much more.  The guest house casita has a pr... 03/15/2011

 Sun City West Arizona Retirement Community an Affordable Great Place to Retire!   Sun City West is an affordable Golf Retirement Community located in the West Valley of Phoenix Arizona.  It is situated 2.5 miles west of Sun City Arizona, the first retirement community created by Del Webb. Sun City West was built between 1978 and 1997.    Many home buyers who want reasonably priced homes in a large amenity-rich active adult golf course community choose Sun City West. Once you have decided on which community is for you, you now have to choose the type of home within the community and determine your price range for your house search. There are 16,900 homes with over 120 floor plans to choose from.  Real Estate in Sun City West includes 3 types of home choices (living options) houses, apar... 03/09/2011

Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal in Belfair Washington recently published an article about Gordy and Mary Jo Monten.  The Monten's purchased a retirement home using me as their Realtor®, in Sun City West Arizona.  They decided it was time to invest in Arizona real estate in this awesome age restricted community with its fantastic amenities. Gordy and Mary Jo describe living in Sun City West as living in a resort, "an adult Disneyland".  Gordy is busy with the metal shop and Mary Jo with the sewing club.  There are 17,300 homes in Sun City West with 35,000 residents.  At least 10 percent of the buyers in Sun City West come from Washington State.  Why? Besides pickle ball, it's our warm weather and fabulous activities geared towards baby boomers. Sun City West recreation dues are $355 pe... 03/03/2011

Sun City West Arizona Real Estate Homes for Salefor the Week Ending February 13, 2011  Under Contract in this week in Sun City West:  23 Closed Transactions this week in Sun City West:  11 New Listings this week in Sun City West:  28   Total Active Listings in Sun City West:  509   Total Sun City West Homes under Contract (Pending Close of Escrow):  106   Absorption Rate 41 weeks (Number of Weeks to Sell the Existing Inventory)   Active Listings Price Range 98 Sun City West golf course properties have list prices that range from $120,000 to $790,000 411 Non-golf course properties have list prices that range from $59,900 to $320,000 Please visit my website if you are thinking of buying or selling a home in any one of the many Arizona Retirement Communities.  I have created several Sun Ci... 02/15/2011

Sun City West Arizona Golf Courses   Deer Valley Golf Course is located at 13975 W Deer Valley Rd., Sun City West Arizona. This is the newest of the 4 regulation courses located in this Del Webb 55+ Active Adult Community. Designed by Greg Nash and Billy Casper this fine course has 4 sets of tees for all calibers of golfers. These courses are open to the public yet residents have priority on tee times.         Trail Ridge Golf course is located at 21021 N 151st Ave Sun City West Az. This Billy Casper designed golf course is regulation length and will challenge you throughout your round. This beautiful course is on the southwest side of Del Webb Sun City West 55+ Active Adult Community.         Pebblebrook Golf Course is located at 18836 N 128th Ave Sun City West Az. Pebblebrook was the ... 02/09/2011

This was taken on my way to my Sun City Grand home, I guess we all live in Packers Country!  Congratulations to the team, the fans, and most of all, my Corte Bella, Sun City Grand, Sun City West and Sun City Festival clients and friends who call Wisconsin home.  As with the rest of the United States, Arizona is Packers Country tonight!   02/06/2011

JUST POSTED my website!  Homes SOLD in Sun City West Arizona for January 2011.  You can also find archived Sun City West Arizona home sales.  Please visit my website if you are thinking of buying or selling a home in any one of the many Arizona Retirement Communities.  I have also created several Sun City West website searches for your convenience: Golf Course Homes for Sale in Sun City West Pool Properties Homes for Sale in Sun City West Search Sun City West Arizona properties by Price Range Homes for Sale in Sun City West with 2.5 or 3 car garages  Search Sun City West Arizona properties by Square Footage   02/05/2011

Del Webb 55+ Active Adult Community Sun City West Az 55+ Active Adult Community Sun City West Arizona. Retirement living at its best. 9 Golf courses, 4 recreation centers w/pools, softball, bowling and any kind of club or activity you desire. This is resort style living with the comfort of your own home. Go to http://www.jimbraunrealtor.com/  for information on Sun City West and other Active Adult Communities in the Phoenix West Valley. In this wonderful community it does not matter what you enjoy, Sports, Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Metal work, Woodshop you name it you can find the activity of your choice. This community is a great place to meet new friends from around the world and expand your horizons as you join others on an excursion or join a club or group of people that get together t... 02/03/2011

Arizona is experiencing colder than usual winter. Sun City West and Sun City Grand golf courses remain open but golfers are huddling inside keeping warm. While growing up on the Big Island of Hawaii, the coldest that I can remember was 50 degrees.  I remember waking to the nippy air looking at Mauna Kea and its snow tipped peak. I'm a woose for cold weather.  Whenever it's below 60, I just want to cuddle in bed with a good book (now my Nook).  I was showing property this morning in Sun City West.  The wind was blowing profusely.  The temperature inside my car registered 37 degrees.  There was no one out at Deer Valley golf course, just the ducks and one swan, Gus I believe. I joined another Realtor for lunch at Coco's Grand in Surprise today.  A customer walked in with a thick full-leng... 02/02/2011

Sun City West Arizona Real Estate Homes for Salefor the Week Ending January 16, 2011  Under Contract in this week in Sun City West:  11 Closed Transactions this week in Sun City West:  8 New Listings this week in Sun City West:  22   Total Active Listings in Sun City West:  289   Total Sun City West Homes under Contract (Pending Close of Escrow):  68   Absorption Rate 40 weeks (Number of Weeks to Sell the Existing Inventory)   Active Listings Price Range 103 Sun City West golf course properties have list prices that range from $139,000 to $825,000 428 Non-golf course properties have list prices that range from $61,900 to $320,000 SHORT SALES & FORECLOSURES There are 18 active short sale properties listed on MLS in Sun City Grand.  2 properties are awaiting bank approval.  11 short sale ... 01/16/2011