
Like the original Sun City, most Sun Cities are stand alone communities for those aged 55+ seeking an active adult lifestyle, and are true destinations in themselves. But more and more, Sun Cities and other age-restricted communities are being folded into larger all-ages master plans. Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch is within the all-ages masterplanned community of Merril Ranch. Younger "active adults" ages 45 or better will be happy to learn that you can purchase a new home here!
As a Sun City Anthem resident, one practical advantage you'll enjoy is having your own private, exclusive amenities while also having use of many in the neighboring all-ages community of Anthem at Merrill Ranch. Morning might call for a spirited game of tennis, while your afternoon is spent with the grandkids at Anthem’s Big Splash Water Park
On a personal level, you'll be able to enjoy the camaraderie of neighbors who are about your same age, while also getting to know people at every stage in life throughout the community.
Exclusive to Sun City Anthem:
Union Center for Wellness and Higher Learning • Clubs and classes for every interest • Cyber cafe with wireless internet access • Activities Directors • Walking paths and trails • Indoor walking track • Revere Plaza amphitheater • Multi-purpose rooms and social hall • Fitness center with aerobics and locker rooms • Indoor pool and spa • Outdoor pool and spa • 8 pickleball courts • Outdoor basketball/multipurpose court • 4 bocce ball courts • ASU Lifelong Learning Academy
Within the Anthem at Merrill Ranch Masterplan you'll find:
18-hole public Poston Butte Golf Club • Anthem Community Center • Big Splash Water Park • Anthem Aquatic Center • 60-acre Anthem Community Park • Anthem Tennis Center with 8 lighted courts • 10 sand volleyball courts • 3 basketball/multi-purpose courts • 6 soccer fields • Skate park
Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch just opened in 2006, so there is still plenty of new home availability. They offer 12 floorplans ranging from 1230 sq ft – 2849 sq ft, and priced from $149,000 to $386,000 (base prices do not include lot premiums, options, design center upgrades, etc)
FEES: are $86/month for basic HOA and includes access to all clubhouse facilities and social activities.
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GOLF & HOA INFO:
Poston Butte Golf Club at Anthem Merrill Ranch is an upscale daily fee, 18-hole championship golf course designed by Gary Panks and managed by Troon Golf. Poston Butte is open to the general public, but Anthem Merrill Ranch residents gets discounted green fees that equal about a 40% discount.
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