Approximately 45 minutes south of Phoenix and 55 minutes to the north of Tuscon, in the town of Casa Grande, Arizone (with a population of 40,000) lies the all ages master planned community of Mission Royale, which was developed by Meritage Homes. Mission Royale (the same name), a 55 years old plus age restricted community, is a 1,290 new and resale single family homes neighborhood. Construction began back in 2003 and will be completed in 2012; this part of Mission Royale continues to add new homes.
Eleven different floor plans exist from which you are able to choose when you are seeking to purchase a new home. Prices vary from $159,900 to $235,900, with sizes starting from 1,071 square feet and up, including two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and coming with an attached 2 car garage (the Casa Clara model) up to 2,212 square feet with three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and coming with an attached 2 car garage (the San Carlos model). Home exteriors are done in neutral colors, intended to blend into the encompassing desert landscape. All of these houses possess one story, a great room, spacious floor plans, a covered patio, concrete tile roof, a great amount of natural light, and a landscaped front yard.
Homes in Mission Royale have all the typical amenities, but one that truly stands out is the view of the desert and the Casa Grande Mountains. If they’re not taking advantage of the clear skies, crisp air or desert scenery, residents can enjoy other attractions. They could lounge in the 15,000 square foot clubhouse, modern fitness facility, three swimming pools, workout studio, four tennis courts, the computer center, the library or biking, hiking or jogging trails as well (these features are different from the other amenities). Additionally, Mission Royale is in close proximity to the Mission Royale Golf Course, a public golf course that has 18 holes, and a shopping center called the Promenade at Casa has just opened in close proximity that has 75 stores including a Best Buy, Target and Dillards.
It costs $275 in HOA fees each quarter, and these are put towards trash removal, outdoor upkeep, access to features and maintenance of the homes.
Although Casa Grande is a rural farming community, it’s rapidly expanding, and 35% of the population is over the age of 45. In the downtown section, there are 18 parks in the vicinity, four golf courses, an archery range, a public pool, two museums, a workout facility, two senior centers and some delicious restaurants. One negative thing about the community is that it has more crime than is typical.
Summers in Casa Grande will live up to Arizona’s reputation, with temperatures passing the 100 degree mark in July and August, but the winter temperatures will drop to just the 50s and occasionally 40 degree mark. Rain is usually less than an inch most months, and the sun will shine about 90% of most months. During summer monsoon months you might see 60% humidity in the mornings, but by afternoon it’s usually down to none.
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