Peoria AZ 55+ Communities (2026): Fees, Pros & Cons

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Peoria AZ 55+ communities: the short answer

Our guide covers four age-restricted 55+ communities in Peoria: Trilogy at Vistancia (guard-gated, about 3,300 homes, sold out), Trilogy Ridgecrest (new, 414 homes planned, from $479,900 per Shea), Westbrook Village (3,910 homes, two golf courses) and Ventana Lakes (about 1,700 homes on nine lakes). Recurring fees run from about $819 a year (Westbrook Village base, 2026) to $1,019 a quarter (Trilogy at Vistancia, 2026), plus one-time fees of about $4,000–$6,000 at purchase.

Peoria's own city GIS map has a "55+ Communities" layer listing Trilogy, Trilogy West, Ventana Lakes and Westbrook Village.

Sources: each community's guide page (dated fees and official HOA links); City of Peoria GIS: 55+ Communities layer, checked Nov 2, 2026. Fees change yearly; confirm in the resale packet.

55+ communities in Peoria AZ

Community	Location	Opened	Homes	Golf	Recurring fees	One-time fees
Trilogy at Vistancia	Peoria	2004	About 3,300, sold out (Shea Homes, via Peoria Times, Apr 2025)	18-hole Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia (Gary Panks design; public daily-fee)	$1,019 per quarter (per Greg Slaughter, local agent, figures as of 2026, verify before purchase)	$6,000 cap fee (per Greg Slaughter, local agent, figures as of 2026, verify before purchase)
Trilogy Ridgecrest	Peoria	Pre-sales Sept 2024; models opened 2025 (Shea / Peoria Times)	414 planned (per Peoria Times, Apr 2025)	No course in the community; Trilogy at Vistancia Golf Club is nearby (daily fee)	Estimated, unofficial: about $352/mo now, rising to about $452/mo once amenities open (from a July 2025 Huber Home Sales agent blog; Shea doesn't publish fees. Confirm current fees with Shea)	Estimated, unofficial: about $6,000 capital improvement fee (from a July 2025 Huber Home Sales agent blog; Shea doesn't publish fees. Confirm current fees with Shea)
Westbrook Village	Peoria	1982 (completed 1993)	3,910 (44 neighborhoods)	2 × 18 holes: Lakes (par 71) and Vistas (par 72)	$819 per year base assessment (2026)	$4,655 Preservation Fee + $350 disclosure + $50 CC&R docs
Ventana Lakes	Peoria	Association formed 1986; built from the mid-1980s	About 1,700–1,770 (published figures vary)	No golf course in the community	$360.36/quarter base per home (about $120/mo); Gardens adds about $262.50/qtr (verified May 2026)	$4,000 CARE fee + about $200 transfer + about $200 disclosure (May 2026)

Fees and rates are subject to change. Last checked October 2026. Verify with the HOA.

Fees and rules change, often yearly. Each figure is sourced and dated on that community's guide page. Confirm in the resale disclosure packet.

Trilogy at Vistancia

Shea Homes' guard-gated resort community in north Peoria, with the Kiva and Mita clubs and a championship golf course.

Fees: $1,019 per quarter (per Greg Slaughter, local agent, figures as of 2026, verify before purchase). One-time: $6,000 cap fee (per Greg Slaughter, local agent, figures as of 2026, verify before purchase).

Price range: 55places lists low $400Ks to low $1Ms (Oct 2026).

Trilogy at Vistancia 55+ guide → · Trilogy at Vistancia home values · Map of Trilogy at Vistancia

Trilogy Ridgecrest

Shea Homes' new 414-home Trilogy boutique 55+ community in Northpointe at Vistancia, north Peoria. Its Open Wellness + Social Club is planned for 2027.

Fees: Estimated, unofficial: about $352/mo now, rising to about $452/mo once amenities open (from a July 2025 Huber Home Sales agent blog; Shea doesn't publish fees. Confirm current fees with Shea). One-time: Estimated, unofficial: about $6,000 capital improvement fee (from a July 2025 Huber Home Sales agent blog; Shea doesn't publish fees. Confirm current fees with Shea).

Price range: Shea lists homes from $475,900 (Oct 2026).

Trilogy Ridgecrest 55+ guide → · Trilogy Ridgecrest home values · Map of Trilogy Ridgecrest

Westbrook Village

An established Peoria community with two 18-hole courses, two clubhouses and a central location near Loop 101.

Fees: $819 per year base assessment (2026). One-time: $4,655 Preservation Fee + $350 disclosure + $50 CC&R docs.

Price range: 55places lists mid $300Ks to mid $500Ks (Oct 2026).

Westbrook Village 55+ guide → · Westbrook Village home values · Map of Westbrook Village

Ventana Lakes

A non-gated 55+ community on the Peoria/Sun City line, built around nine stocked lakes with walking paths, fishing and non-motorized boating.

Fees: $360.36/quarter base per home (about $120/mo); Gardens adds about $262.50/qtr (verified May 2026). One-time: $4,000 CARE fee + about $200 transfer + about $200 disclosure (May 2026).

Price range: contact Greg for current figures.

Ventana Lakes 55+ guide → · Ventana Lakes home values · Map of Ventana Lakes

Living in a Peoria 55+ community: pros and cons

Pros

Four 55+ choices with very different price points and ages, from 1980s resales to new construction
Two gated options in the north (Trilogy at Vistancia guard-gated; Trilogy Ridgecrest gated, per Shea)
Low base assessments at Westbrook Village ($819/yr, 2026) and Ventana Lakes ($360.36/quarter)
Golf inside Westbrook Village (two courses) and Trilogy at Vistancia (daily-fee course)
Lake Pleasant Regional Park and spring training at the Peoria Sports Complex

Cons

The communities are far apart: north Peoria (Vistancia) and south Peoria (near Sun City) feel like different areas
Westbrook Village and Ventana Lakes aren't gated
Trilogy Ridgecrest's club isn't planned to open until 2027, and Shea doesn't publish fees
Older homes in Westbrook Village and Ventana Lakes need careful inspection
Summer heat: the normal July high at Phoenix Sky Harbor is 106.5°F (NOAA)

Based on the dated, sourced facts on our community pages. Every buyer weighs these differently.

Just outside Peoria: Sun City, Sun City West and Corte Bella are in unincorporated Maricopa County next to Peoria, and Surprise has six more.

About 55+ age rules (HOPA): Age-restricted communities operate under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act. It generally requires at least 80% of occupied homes to have at least one resident 55 or older, and each community sets its own rules in its CC&Rs. Ownership is open to anyone; occupancy rules are what's restricted. Confirm the current rules with the HOA before you buy.

A Peoria 55+ community may suit you if

You want a choice between an established resale and new construction in one city
You want lake living (Ventana Lakes) or golf inside the community (Westbrook Village, Trilogy)
You want to be near Loop 101 and Arrowhead, or closer to Lake Pleasant in the north
You want a lower-dues option without giving up a clubhouse and activities

These are general fit notes based on the sourced facts on this page, not a recommendation about who should live anywhere. Every community is open to any qualified buyer under fair housing law.

Homes for sale in Peoria 55+ communities

Browse current listings in Peoria's 55+ communities on Greg's live MLS search, then ask him which neighborhoods fit your budget and lifestyle.

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Community guides: Homes for sale in Trilogy at Vistancia · Homes for sale in Trilogy Ridgecrest · Homes for sale in Westbrook Village · Homes for sale in Ventana Lakes

Peoria at a glance

Population: 190,985 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census, via QuickFacts).
Spring training: Peoria Sports Complex, spring training home of the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners (per MLB.com).
Arizona taxes for retirees: 2.5% flat state income tax; Social Security isn't taxed by Arizona (Arizona Department of Revenue). See cost of moving to Arizona and Arizona property tax breaks for seniors (Senior Freeze, exemptions and the Property Tax Refund Credit).
Summer heat: Phoenix Sky Harbor's 1991–2020 normal July high is 106.5°F; January is 67.6°F (NOAA). See the snowbird & seasonal living guide and Arizona summer heat safety at 55+ (warning signs, cooling centers, APS and SRP help).
City services: City of Peoria official website.
Getting around without driving: senior ride programs, paratransit and volunteer drivers in Peoria and nearby.
Medicare & care nearby: Medicare guide for West Valley retirees and the hospitals & healthcare guide.

Other West Valley cities: Living in Surprise at 55+ · Living in Buckeye at 55+ · Living in Goodyear at 55+ · Living in Glendale at 55+

All West Valley 55+ communities (sortable fees) · Community map

More tools: Community map · Which community fits you? quiz · What's my home worth? · Market snapshot · Events calendar · Free Buyer's Guide (PDF)

Practical guides for daily life in the West Valley at 55+, beyond fees and floor plans.

Frequently asked questions

How many 55+ communities are in Peoria AZ?

Our guide covers four age-restricted 55+ communities in Peoria: Trilogy at Vistancia, Trilogy Ridgecrest, Westbrook Village and Ventana Lakes. The City of Peoria's GIS map lists Trilogy, Trilogy West, Ventana Lakes and Westbrook Village in its 55+ layer. Some third-party lists also include manufactured-home parks.

What is the cheapest 55+ community in Peoria AZ for HOA fees?

By base fees, Ventana Lakes ($360.36/quarter, verified May 2026) and Westbrook Village ($819/year, 2026) are the lowest in our guide. One-time fees and sub-area fees change the total, so compare the full cost for a specific home.

Are there gated 55+ communities in Peoria AZ?

Yes. Trilogy at Vistancia is guard-gated and Trilogy Ridgecrest is gated (non-manned, per Shea). Westbrook Village and Ventana Lakes aren't gated.

Are there new 55+ homes in Peoria AZ?

Yes. Trilogy Ridgecrest in Northpointe at Vistancia is selling new Shea homes, listed from $479,900 (Nov 2026). Trilogy at Vistancia is sold out as new construction, so homes there are resales.

What 55+ communities are in Peoria, AZ?

Our guide covers 4 in Peoria: Trilogy at Vistancia, Trilogy Ridgecrest, Westbrook Village, Ventana Lakes. See each community card below for fees, price ranges and a map link.

Does Arizona tax Social Security if I retire in Peoria?

No. The Arizona Department of Revenue lists Social Security as income Arizona doesn't tax. Arizona's individual income tax is a flat 2.5%.

Can Greg show me homes in Peoria if I live out of state?

Yes. Greg Slaughter does video tours, so you can walk through homes and communities before you fly in.

How can I see homes for sale in Peoria 55+ communities?

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Sources (checked October 2026)

Facts on this page were gathered from the official HOA, recreation-center, builder and city sources below in October 2026. Third-party agent and listing sites are noted as such. Fees and rules change, so always check the association's current documents.

55+ Communities in Peoria AZ