Arizona Traditions-Community sits at 17221 N Citrus Rd in Surprise, Arizona, in a calm and peaceful setting, surrounded by hundreds of mature pine trees with beautiful White Tank Mountain views, and you'll find it's a well-kept, gated community that has a friendly, neighborly feeling, even though it's a good size. The homes here are detached single-family houses, many with 2.5 or 3-car garages, some even offering detached guest casitas and views of the golf course, so folks can pick a place that matches what they're looking for. There's a sense of security with a guard at the entrance and an extra-gated section called The Retreat, which has its own small clubhouse and pool, plus a bridge for walking or riding a golf cart over to the main area, and the whole place feels safe and private.
Residents have access to a range of services, from independent living with maintenance-free homes to help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, and medication management, and meals are available if needed, which is nice for people who want less to worry about at home. There's respite care for short-term stays, and the staff has earned a reputation for friendliness and being helpful, with awards for Best Meals and Dining, Best Activities, and Most Friendly, and you see a lot of activity around the community's three centers, including reading in the libraries, Wi-Fi for staying connected, card tables, poker, billiards, and shuffleboard. It's an active adult community for people 55 and older, who enjoy social gatherings and staying busy, with kitchens in the community centers for potlucks or coffee meetups, and you often see neighbors chatting in the cozy lounge areas or around the fireplaces.
Physical activity comes easy here, as the walking trails, fitness centers, and swimming pools-three in total, with an adult pool near the Bocce Ball Court at the Retreat-encourage folks to keep moving. Tennis and pickleball courts and a well-respected softball field by the Neighborhood Center give everyone a chance to play, while the 18-hole golf course, designed by Bailey in a traditional parkland style, winds through the community, suitable for all skill levels and open to the public, with summer passes, memberships, and practice packages, and a pro shop where you'll find merchandise, lessons from PGA professionals, and even e-gifting options. The pro shop's open sunrise to 5 pm from October through May, and until 3 pm from June through September, which gives players plenty of time out on the course.
There's also a sports bar inside the main community center with views over the golf course and mountains, where folks can enjoy drinks, food, and conversation in a comfortable place, and the amenities match what larger Sun City developments offer but it keeps more of a small-town, close-knit atmosphere despite the big facilities like the 24,000 sq.ft community center. Most days, you'll see groups at tables and chairs scattered around the centers playing cards or just talking, and with the well-maintained lawns, tidy homes, and thoughtful design, it's clear the place aims for high living standards.
The resort-style living at Arizona Traditions-Community focuses on making life easier-no yard work or heavy house chores, simple monthly living costs starting at $2,239 for studio options, and support available if health needs change, including memory care, assisted living, and in-home care if necessary. All these things together help residents and their families feel secure and engaged, with plenty of activities for the mind, body, and spirit. Locals praise the helpfulness of the staff and the sense of belonging you get from living here, and with a review score of 9.4 from residents and their families, it stands out as a place focused on community happiness and comfort, for all who call it home.
