Sunland Village East

Independent Assessment

Sunland Village East was independently confirmed to be a distinct legal and operational entity from both Sunland Village and Sunland Springs Village — a genuinely important distinction given how similar the three names are. Sunland Village East has its own separate homeowners association (svehoa.com), a different address and ZIP code (85209, versus Sunland Village's 85206), a later construction start (1984 versus 1974), and its own 18-hole golf course with resident-owned golf shares rather than shared access to Sunland Village's course. A specific, unusually low current HOA figure was also confirmed: 2026 annual dues of $917 (about $76/month), among the lowest of any community in this Mesa cluster, though condo owners should expect an additional fee layer for exterior maintenance and building insurance not reflected in that base figure.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want a low-HOA, established 55-plus community with a resident-owned golf course open to the public, and who are comfortable with the somewhat more flexible 80/20 age structure (allowing some households as young as 45), are the best fit for Sunland Village East. Its 1,657 single-family and 780 condo units also give buyers a choice between a detached home and a lower-maintenance condo within the same community.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Farnsworth Development began construction of Sunland Village East in 1984, following the completion of Sunland Village, delivering 2,437 homes — 1,657 single-family residences and 780 condominium units — centered on an 18-hole golf course owned by the community's homeowners.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

As of the last update, median resale pricing has been reported in the roughly $375,000-$421,000 range depending on the data source and period, with Sunland Village East's mix of single-family homes and condos producing meaningful within-community variation. Buyers should compare recent closed sales for the specific home type and section.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

There is no new-construction inventory in Sunland Village East — the community has been fully resale since its 1980s build-out. Buyers should budget for a full independent inspection and confirm the all-in HOA cost (base dues plus any condo/townhome maintenance fee) for the specific unit before purchasing.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes in Sunland Village East are subject to Maricopa County property tax, assessed and billed at the county level; buyers should confirm the current rate and a specific home's assessed value directly with the Maricopa County Assessor. Condo and townhome buyers should also confirm what the building-level insurance covers versus what a personal HO-6 policy needs to cover, given the separate maintenance/insurance fee layer described above.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Sunland Village East's lifestyle centers on its resident-owned, publicly accessible 18-hole golf course and its associated clubhouse restaurant, with the community's mix of 1,657 single-family homes and 780 condo units giving buyers a choice of home type within the same low-HOA governance structure. The 80/20 age rule gives the community somewhat more flexibility than a strict 55-and-older-only community for households with a slightly younger spouse or partner.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Sunland Village East sits in southeast Mesa, with its HOA office at 2145 S. Farnsworth Drive in the 85209 ZIP code, east of Sunland Village and generally accessed via Baseline Road and the Farnsworth Drive/Sossaman Road corridor. The location places it closer to Sunland Springs Village, the fourth and newest Farnsworth-family community, than to the original Sunland Village or Dreamland Villa.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Sunland Village East operates under an explicit 80/20 HOPA structure: at least 80 percent of households must include a resident 55 years of age or older, with the remaining 20 percent permitted to have a resident as young as 45, and no permanent resident under 19 years of age. This is a more explicitly documented age structure than several of its Mesa-cluster neighbors; buyers should still confirm current occupancy-verification procedures directly with the HOA.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

The base HOA figure of roughly $76/month is genuinely low, but condo and townhome owners should expect a meaningfully higher effective cost once the additional building-maintenance and insurance fee is added — buyers should request the all-in figure for the specific unit type rather than assume the base HOA rate applies. The golf course is owned by homeowners who may purchase separate golf shares at the pro shop, an additional cost beyond HOA dues for golfers. An extra fee of $276 per person applies for a third or fourth household occupant, worth factoring in for larger households.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Sunland Village East sits between the older Sunland Village (1974-1984, its own 18-hole course, a comparable but separately governed community) and the newer, larger Sunland Springs Village (1997 onward, 27 holes across two recreation centers) in this Farnsworth-family Mesa cluster. Its explicit 80/20 age rule and notably low base HOA dues are the two features most likely to distinguish it in a side-by-side comparison with its two similarly named neighbors.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current available resale inventory and recent closed comparables for the specific home type (single-family or condo) within Sunland Village East.

Is Sunland Village East the same community as Sunland Village?

No. Despite the closely related name and shared Farnsworth-family developer, Sunland Village East is a separate, independently governed community with its own HOA (svehoa.com), its own address, and its own golf course.

What is Sunland Village East's age restriction?

It operates under an explicit 80/20 structure: at least 80% of households must include a resident 55 or older, with the remaining 20% permitted to have a resident as young as 45, and no permanent resident under 19.

How much are HOA fees at Sunland Village East?

Base 2026 annual dues are $917 (about $76/month). Condo and townhome units carry an additional fee for exterior maintenance and building insurance on top of that base rate — request the combined figure for the specific unit.

Is the golf course included in HOA dues?

No. The 18-hole course is owned by resident homeowners, who purchase separate golf shares at the pro shop; it is open to the public and managed apart from HOA dues.