Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sun City West, AZ

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Sun City West, AZ area.

Sun City West, Arizona, presents an idyllic setting for seniors seeking quality living, with a staggering 98.2% of the population in their golden years. The community offers six senior living facilities providing a range of choices—from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing homes. Assisted living costs average $3,645 per month, underscoring Sun City West's affordability and appeal. In this article, we’ll delve into the best senior living facilities in Sun City West, offering insight to help you find the perfect community where your loved ones can enjoy their golden years in comfort and care.

100 Communities were found near Sun City West, AZ
The Auberge at Peoria
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Auberge at Peoria

13391 North 94th Drive, Peoria, AZ 85381 (7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort

20025 N 81st Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382 (7.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
Whispering Waters Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

Whispering Waters Assisted Living

11596 W. Purdue Ave, Youngtown, AZ 85363 (7.2 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
The Forum at Desert Harbor
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

The Forum at Desert Harbor

13840 N Desert Harbor Dr, Peoria, AZ 85381 (7.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
Inspira Arrowhead
Our Rating:
of 5
8.7

Inspira Arrowhead

20240 N 78th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308 (7.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.7
MorningStar at Arrowhead
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

MorningStar at Arrowhead

21432 N 75th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308 (7.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1
PrimeCare Home Solutions
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

PrimeCare Home Solutions

14050 N 83rd Ave, Suite 290, Peoria, AZ 85381 (7.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1
The Mission at Agua Fria
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

The Mission at Agua Fria

8880 N 107th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345 (8.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1
A Dignified Adult Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

A Dignified Adult Care Home

14952 N. 78th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85381 (8.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Hillcrest Assisted Living LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Hillcrest Assisted Living LLC

7254 W. Williams Dr., Glendale, AZ 85310 (8.4 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
DROBETA LLC DBA Elena's ALH
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

DROBETA LLC DBA Elena's ALH

16134 N 72nd Ln, Peoria, AZ 85382 (8.6 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
In Touch Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

In Touch Assisted Living

7233 W Paradise Lane, Peoria, AZ 85382 (8.7 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Paseo Village
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Paseo Village

10420 N 89th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345 (8.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Brookdale North Glendale
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Brookdale North Glendale

6735 West Hillcrest Boulevard, Glendale, AZ 85310 (8.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Family Matters Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Family Matters Care

7138 W Saddlehorn Rd, Peoria, AZ 85383 (8.9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Villa Lindo Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Villa Lindo Senior Living

6982 W Villa Lindo Dr, Peoria, AZ 85383 (8.9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Legends Senior Living 2
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Legends Senior Living 2

20371 N 65th Drive, Glendale, AZ 85308 (9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead
Our Rating:
of 5
6.3

Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead

17200 N 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308 (9.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6.3
My Parents Paradise Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6.3

My Parents Paradise Assisted Living

6827 West Rowel Road, Peoria, AZ 85383 (9.4 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
6.3
MorningStar at Golden Ridge
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

MorningStar at Golden Ridge

6735 W Golden Ln, Peoria, AZ 85345 (9.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
Ambience Care Home II
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Ambience Care Home II

9022 W Alice Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345 (9.4 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
Fairmont Village
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Fairmont Village

10401 N 79th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345 (9.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Charles Residential Care LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Charles Residential Care LLC

6343 W Del Mar Lane, Glendale, AZ 85306 (9.8 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Golden Age Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

Golden Age Senior Living

6134 W Beverly Ln, Glendale, AZ 85306 (9.9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
Quail Manor Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Quail Manor Assisted Living

13820 North 65th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85306 (9.9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Map of Assisted Living in Sun City West

Find the right senior living community by location
  • The Auberge at Peoria
  • Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort
  • Whispering Waters Assisted Living
  • The Forum at Desert Harbor
  • Inspira Arrowhead
  • MorningStar at Arrowhead
  • PrimeCare Home Solutions
  • The Mission at Agua Fria
  • A Dignified Adult Care Home
  • Hillcrest Assisted Living LLC
  • DROBETA LLC DBA Elena's ALH
  • In Touch Assisted Living
  • Paseo Village
  • Brookdale North Glendale
  • Family Matters Care
  • Villa Lindo Senior Living
  • Legends Senior Living 2
  • Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead
  • My Parents Paradise Assisted Living
  • MorningStar at Golden Ridge
  • Ambience Care Home II
  • Fairmont Village
  • Charles Residential Care LLC
  • Golden Age Senior Living
  • Quail Manor Assisted Living

Senior Living Statistics for Sun City West, Arizona

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Average senior living costs in Sun City West, Arizona, range from $3,158 per month for a detached cottage to $5,029 for a two-bedroom room in a nursing home. There are plenty of options in between, including assisted living at $3,645 per month and independent living at $3,719. For those needing more specialized care, memory care is available at $4,661 per month. Various nursing home options include a semi-private room for $3,777, a private room for $3,950, a studio for $4,412, and a one-bedroom unit at $4,370, offering a broad spectrum of living arrangements.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $3,645
Memory Care $4,661
Independent Living $3,719
Nursing Home: Private Room $3,950
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $3,777
Nursing Home: Studio $4,412
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $4,370
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $5,029
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $3,158

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Sun City West


The average cost of assisted living communities in Sun City West is $3,645 per month. For comparison, nearby cities Goodyear and Sacate Village cost $3,181 per month and $3,481 per month, respectively. Sun City West falls below the statewide average of $3,787 in Arizona and the nationwide average of $4,546 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Sun City West $3,645

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Sun City West compares to Arizona and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Sun City West $3,645
Arizona $3,787
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Sun City West


In Sun City West, there are 6 senior living communities. For those who aren't set on Sun City West, there are 484 facilities in the surrounding area and 610 in the state of Arizona.
6

Sun City West

484

Surrounding Area

610

Arizona

Sun City West Senior Demographics


In Sun City West, Arizona, an astonishing 98.2% of the population, with a total of 26,639 residents, are seniors, highlighting its strong reputation as a retirement hotspot. Among these seniors, 5.8% are in their 50s, 20.9% in their 60s, 43% in their 70s, and a significant 28.5% are aged 80 and over. The community is predominantly female, with women making up 54.9% and men 45.1% of the population. Marital status shows that 67.3% of seniors are married, 11.7% are divorced, only 4.7% have never married, and 16.3% are widowed. In terms of diversity, 95.9% of the population is White, 1.4% are both Hispanic and mixed race, with a small representation of other groups, including Asian, Black, and Native American, giving a picture of the town's ethnic makeup.

Population

Sun City West has a population of 26,639.
  • 45.1% Male
  • 54.9% Female

Marital Status

  • 67.3% Married
  • 11.7% Divorced
  • 4.7% Never Married
  • 16.3% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 98.2% of the population.
  • 5.8% in their 50s
  • 20.9% in their 60s
  • 43% in their 70s
  • 28.5% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 95.9% White
  • 0.7% Black
  • 1% Asian
  • 0.1% Native
  • 0.8% Identifying as Other
  • 1.4% Mixed Race
  • 1.4% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Sun City West

The most affordable senior living options near Sun City West, Arizona, can be found in Surprise, which average $3,501 per month. Costs vary widely throughout nearby cities, with prices reaching up to $3,797 per month in Gilbert. Other nearby options include Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, and Youngtown.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Scottsdale $3,759
Phoenix $3,789
Mesa $3,697
Chandler $3,759
Surprise $3,501
Glendale $3,715
Peoria $3,761
Gilbert $3,797
City Average Monthly Cost
Sun City $3,755
Paradise Valley $3,780
Tempe $3,619
Avondale $3,588
Casa Grande $3,693
Apache Junction $3,534
Youngtown $3,738
Litchfield Park $3,611

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.